The New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has issued interim guidance on ownership changes and license amendments amid staffing shortages. OCM is not processing ownership changes but allows interim actions at the licensee’s risk. Guidance also covers location changes with expected delays.
Puma Robinson, founder and CEO of Art2Ink, is a New York institution and worldwide sensation as one of the stars of VH1's "Black Ink Crew." Now he's taking his lifelong love for cannabis into the market with Honest Pharm Co and P Rollz.
Known as "the King of Unlicensed Weed Dispensaries," Jonathan Elfand of Empire Cannabis Clubs has 30+ years of experience in plant-based business. He and his co-owner, sister Lenore, share the family's journey from gangster life and prison to shaping New York's cannabis future.
Multimedia artist Ricky Heeraman has work exhibited at some of the world's most iconic restaurants and venues. He shares his journey from childhood graffiti to new horizons of pop culture-inspired visual craft.
The New York Cannabis Retail Association (NYCRA) advocates for stakeholders throughout the state's legal marketplace. Founders Jayson and Britni Tantalo and Coss Marte explain their 2024 legislative agenda.
Heman Shahi is the founder of Re-Legalize Nepal and Free the Plant Globally, social movements raising international awareness of cannabis consumption. He shares his journey in rediscovering Nepal's history with cannabis and bringing healing across the globe.
Actress, content creator, and cannabis advocate Shayna Blanca Nieve is known for her vibrant personality and knowledge-sharing across many platforms. From performing in the comedy series "Are We High Yet?" to educating on favorite products, she always brings the joy.
Karen Bernstein, one of the nation's leading Intellectual Property & Trademark law experts, shares her best tips for how cannabis businesses can build stronger brands in New York.
New York-based edibles brand MJ's Ed's produces award-winning cannabis gummies enjoyed by everyone from renowned artists to industry pioneers. Named for the owner's rescue cat, MJ's produces goodies with full-spectrum cannabinoids and positive health effects.
AngelDustCEO is known as “the hidden hand.” A fixture in legacy cannabis, recognized for his foundational roles with the juggernauts Certz and I Bud You, as well as his own Soil2Oil1130 and MedUSA 1130 SeshGods brands, Angel is laser-focused on his mission: Push the plant and the culture forward.
Euro V “The Voice of the Sesh,” sets the tone as an executive member of the legendary Certz Brand. Emceeing to hundreds, welcoming VIPs to the midtown lounge, he helped shape New York’s legacy space, surrounded by more vendors than he can count, and changing the culture one roll at a time.
Internationally acclaimed media personality and entrepreneur Hala Maroc founded #BADASSBOOTCAMP to teach others self-care and motivation. Now, following her retail space's closure in Staten Island, she shares her journey for justice and to new healing pathways.
Noted cannabis brand Ganja Pigs rings in 710 on the Jersey Shore with Scrambld Yegs and VIBES Papers. Founder Jonathan Rader also looks ahead to hosting the 2nd Annual Budstock Festival in upstate New York August 9-11.
27 unlicensed cannabis businesses that received shutdowns in recent weeks are suing the City of New York over the "Operation Padlock" enforcement actions. They allege that the immediate shuttering of their shops is unconstitutional.
On The Revel's Revelry Buyers' Club, New York's renowned B2B cannabis trade show, returned to Hudson for its third year. 1000+ attendees, 120+ exhibitors, a surprise from Rob Gronkowski, and much more lay in store.
