Pennsylvania marijuana legalization bill receives bipartisan support for economic and social reforms
Pennsylvania lawmakers are making waves with a new bipartisan bill that seeks to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. Supported by Democrats and Republicans alike, the bil
Diversity in Illinois cannabis industry increases, Chicago takes the lead in social justice initiatives
Chicago is making a major effort to increase diversity in Illinois' recreational cannabis industry, with the goal of creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups. Th
How to protect your children from the dangers of social media
A new generation is coming of age in a world of cell phones and social media… the first to grow up learning “phone” like a language. And the language is something most parent
Illinois Cannabis Diversity: Opening of 100th Social Equity Dispensary
Illinois is making headlines for the diversity in its cannabis market as it celebrates the opening of its 100th dispensary operated by social equity applicants. This milestone unde
Cannabis can help introverts be more social
Introverts have it tough, extroverts think they need help but really they need time and space to adjust and think. Some introverts have anxiety, but not all. Introverts cannot be &
Cannabis and social justice in the USA
Cannabis industry and social justice in the USA As you navigate the complicated terrain of marijuana legalization, keep in mind that beyond legalization there are social justice is
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10 Weed Faux Pas You Should Avoid in Social Situations Like any culture, cannabis culture has its customs. Long-time cannabis lovers have learned many of these customs through expe
Social media and marijuana
Twitter’s transformation into X was big news, the global online chat room has been causing a stir ever since Elon Musk acquired the company for $44 billion. In February of th
New York Cannabis Social Equity Fund Secures $150 Million Investment
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced last week that the state’s cannabis social equity fund has secured a $150 million investment to support entrepreneurs who are licensed to
The governor of Washington signs legislation expanding social justice licenses
Washington will add dozens more retail cannabis stores to its existing adult-use market over the next decade after the state’s governor signed into law Monday. The measure, s
Colorado launches lending program for cannabis social equity companies
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis on Monday announced the launch of a new federally funded lending program for cannabis social equity companies. The new program is designed to provide fund
B2B Social Selling in the Cannabis Industry – Tips and Best Practices
Social selling first gained popularity more than a decade ago with the proliferation of the use of social media. In 2014, a study by IDC found that 75% of B2B buyers and 84% of C-L
Why did Curaleaf’s rich, white CEO say social justice programs were going too far? And is he right?
The commercialization of the cannabis market has led to its transformation from a movement to an industry. This shift brings with it additional responsibilities, particularly in th
A few hundred people in a Swiss town will try recreational marijuana as part of a major social experiment
A rare opportunity has arisen in the vibrant Swiss metropolis of Basel. The city has just launched its cannabis pilot project, giving exclusive access to a privileged few. A select
Washington State Announces Social Justice Motions for March 1st
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) has officially announced that it will file social justice requests on March 1st. The application window only lasts 30 days and
Soft launches of second New York pharmacy, Social Equity Fund status up in the air
By Adam Jackson A second New York City dispensary is slated to open in Manhattan more than two weeks after the state saw its first legal adult sale. Union Square Travel Agency: A C
Weed Etiquette 101: What You Should Know Before Going Social
Whether you are a guest or a host, there are some important rules for smoking weed that should always be followed. Here we take a look at the most common rules that should apply wh
The governor of Connecticut elects the chair of the Social Justice Council
Connecticut’s adult-use law was packed with provisions to ensure a fair industry, and now the state’s Social Equity Council has a new chair. Connecticut Governor Ned La
New Jersey Announces New Cannabis Social Equity Funding Program
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) last week announced the creation of a grant program to help small businesses with the costs associated with starting a busines
Los Angeles selects 100 more social justice applicants after lawsuit
The City of Los Angeles Department of Cannabis Regulation announced last week that it “successfully conducted the Retail Applications Lottery, also known as the Phase 3 Retai