LeVanna Vassau, an OG in California's cannabis scene, shines as the creator of "The Bay Sesh," a radio show and podcast celebrating Northern California’s cannabis culture. Her mission: to empower and educate through grassroots broadcasting and a deep passion for the plant.
PRECIOUS Canna Co. (PRECIOUS) has launched as New Jersey’s first Black woman-owned pre-roll brand. Available in 20 dispensaries and distributed through QCC Group-Clade9, PRECIOUS is redefining the cannabis experience with premium offerings and setting new standards for inclusivity and excellence.
Puff puff pass and press play on these tracks... Debra Borchardt is co-founder and Executive Editor of the award-winning cannabis financial news site Green Market Report. Her uplifting Weedsday Playlist features hits by Led Zeppelin, the B-52's, Jill Scott and more.
Larkspur Botanicals creates floral narratives for events and businesses all over the world. Founder Lindsey Neff merges cannabis, art, and culture with her joy-making company that blooms everything from Bridgerton to block parties.
Cannabis educator Sanja Ganja, host of the Sanja Ganja Show, has devoted her life to educating people and healing with plant medicine. Today she is Director of Marketing and Operations Manager for marketing agency The High Country Girls (THC Girls).
Krysta Jones thrives in disruptive sectors, building brands such as marketing agency The High Country Girls (THC Girls) and marketing tool The Highly Connected App. The entrepreneur shares her thoughts on succeeding in the cannabis space and creating sustainable growth.
The "Motherhood Sex Marijuana" podcast, created by Ruby Doll and Kai Storm, explores diverse experiences in parenting, sexuality, and cannabis consumption. The founders speak about building the brand as a safe, inclusive space to love the plant and live authentically.
The Black Cannabiz Conference & Expo, held at Chicago's Swissotel, was a 2-day event bringing together leaders across the cannabis and hemp spaces. Speakers included State Senator Kimberly Lightford, Chris Ball of Ball Family Farms, and Whitney Beatty of Josephine & Billie's.
Sharoz Makarechi developed her company Plaid America to propel racial equity. Through cannabis and conversations with her benevolent brands Substance, Skewville, and Equity Flag, the creative entrepreneur is generating social change one step (or smoke) at a time.
Fashion and fragrance pioneer Victorine Deych created the acclaimed hemp brand Dusted to focus on the power of cannabis and scent. She shares her thoughts on the plant, Sherbinski's strains, and the future of the industry.
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.
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.
Juana, an AAPI, women-owned brand celebrating cannabis and mindful living, debuted with a soft launch in California. Co-founder Rachel Xin shares insights into the brand's goals for cultivating creativity and well-being in consumers.
Model, marketing visionary, and entrepreneur: Queen P. has become one of the nation's most influential brand strategists from fashion to cannabis. In her journey from Fashion Nova to brands like Sluggers, she tells a powerful tale of survival and resilience.
