Proud To Work In Cannabis

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By: Karson Humiston

Join Karson Humiston from Vangst, the cannabis industry's end to end HR technology platform, for conversations with the people behind the cannabis industry. Each week, Karson will interview cannabis industry employees ranging from entry level to executive, to hear their story and learn why they are so #proudtoworkincannabis. Produced by PodConx

Pioneering the Cannabis Beverage Market With Luke Anderson From Cann
#13
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Behind the Scenes of Cann Beverage: From Startup Struggles to Market Dominance

Karson Humiston is joined by Luke Anderson, co-founder of Cann, where he discusses the journey of founding and growing the company. Initially, Luke reflects on the early days of Cann, highlighting the challenges and milestones of launching a microdose THC beverage in California. He shares insights into the struggles of raising capital, navigating the cannabis industry, and building a strong brand identity.

As the conversation progresses, Luke delves into the pivotal moments and decisions that shaped Cann's trajectory. He talks about the strategic...


Aaron Miles Talks Cannabis: The Road to Verano and the Future of MSOs
#12
03/06/2024

"Navigating Highs and Lows with Aaron Miles: Verano's Investment Strategy Unveiled"

In the latest episode of the "Proud to Work in Cannabis" podcast, listeners were treated to an engaging and insightful conversation with Aaron Miles, the Chief Investment Officer at Verano.

Aaron talks to Karson Humiston about his unexpected journey into the cannabis industry, which began with a serendipitous text message while celebrating his 40th birthday in Italy. Despite initial skepticism, Aaron's curiosity about the industry's potential led him to pivot from a traditional corporate path at Pier One Imports to the dynamic world of...


From Closet Grows to Corporate Success: The Evolution of Clade9 with Dave Holmes
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02/28/2024

"Navigating the Wild West of California Cannabis: A Founder's Journey"

Live from MJBizCon 2023 in Las Vegas, Karson Humiston is joined by Dave Holmes, founder and CEO of Clade9. The conversation kicks off with a candid discussion about Dave's early exposure to cannabis, starting from a young age due to his older brother's involvement in selling weed. Dave shares how his upbringing around drugs shaped his perspective on the industry.

As the discussion progresses, Dave delves into his journey in the cannabis business, from his initial experiences with cultivation to navigating the evolving legal landscape in...


The Art of Distribution in the Cannabis Industry with Jason Vegotsky, Founder and CEO of Petalfast
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02/21/2024

Petalfast and the Evolution of Cannabis Distribution: A Conversation with Jason Vegotsky

In this episode, CEO of Vangst, Karson Humiston, had the pleasure of sitting down with Jason Vegotsky, the visionary founder of Petalfast, a company that's revolutionizing the cannabis distribution landscape. Jason's journey is a fascinating one, and he shared insights into the challenges and triumphs of navigating the complex world of cannabis distribution, drawing parallels with the alcohol industry, and his own personal growth as an entrepreneur.

Jason began by giving an overview of Petalfast, a distributor that outsources logistics and warehousing in...


Navigating the Cannabis Industry: Insights from CannaDataCon with Ian Dominguez
#10
02/14/2024

From Challenges to Opportunities: Unpacking the Cannabis Market with Delta Emerald Ventures

Karson Humiston reflects on the recent CannaDataCon conference with the show's organizer, Ian Dominguez, the founder and chief investment officer at Delta Emerald Ventures. The conference, held in Miami, aimed to address the repetitive nature of cannabis conferences and to foster a space for sharing best practices among operators and technologists in the cannabis industry.

Karson describes the conference as intimate and small-scale, with a setting that encouraged mingling and networking among participants. The event saw an increase in attendance from the previous...


Ascend Wellness Co-Founder Frank Perullo on the Evolution of the Cannabis Industry
#8
02/07/2024

Navigating the Highs and Lows of Cannabis Business with Frank Perullo 

Broadcasting live from MJ BizCon in Las Vegas, Karson Humiston had the pleasure of sitting down with Frank Perullo, the co-founder of Ascend Wellness, a name that's become synonymous with success in the cannabis industry.

They dove into a rich conversation about the evolution of the cannabis industry, Ascend's growth, and the challenges and triumphs of being a cannabis entrepreneur. Frank's journey began in 2012 when Massachusetts passed its medical cannabis law. As a political consultant and lobbyist, he saw an opportunity where others hesitated, l...


"From Columbia Care to The Cannabist: A Conversation with Nick Vita"
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01/31/2024

"Building a Cannabis Business: Persistence, Leadership, and the Rebrand"

Karson Humiston is live from MJBizCon in Las Vegas with and guest Nick Vita, co-founder and CEO of The Cannabist Company (formerly known as Columbia Care), to discuss the journey of building a successful cannabis business. They delve into topics such as the challenges faced in the industry, the importance of persistence and leadership, and the recent rebranding of the company.

The conversation begins with a reflection on the growth and changes in the cannabis industry over the past decade. Nick Vita highlights the momentum and...


The Making of a Cannabis Pioneer: Jason Wild's Transition from Pharmacist to Chairman
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01/24/2024

Building a Cannabis Giant: Jason's Leap from Pharma to Pot

In this episode of the Proud to Work in Cannabis podcast, host and fellow entrepreneur, Karson Humiston, sits down with Jason Wild, the chairman of TerrAscend one of the large publicly traded company in the cannabis industry. The episode is recorded live from MJBizCon in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The conversation begins with Karson expressing admiration for entrepreneurs and their inspiring stories. She asks Jason to take the listeners back to the beginning of his career and share how he got started. Jason reveals that he...


“Historic Shift - Cannabis Rescheduling Possibility Explained”
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01/19/2024

The National Cannabis Roundtable Discusses Historic Recommendation to Reschedule Cannabis

The team from the National Cannabis Roundtable (NCR) joins the Karson Humiston to discuss the recent historic recommendation to reschedule cannabis from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3. The episode begins with an overview of the background and context of the recommendation, including the previous speculation about the HHS recommendation and the release of hundreds of pages of documents confirming the recommendation.

The NCR team, consisting of Saphira Galoob, Erin Moffet, and David Mangone, provides insights into the significance of the recommendation and its potential impact on the...


Overcoming Challenges and Building a Scrappy Culture: Insights from the CEO of Curaleaf
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01/17/2024

From Assistant Store Manager to CEO: The Journey of Matt Darin in the Cannabis Industry

In this episode of the "Proud to Work in Cannabis" podcast, Karson Humiston had the pleasure of interviewing Matt Darin, the CEO of Curaleaf, the largest public cannabis company in the United States. They recorded this episode live at MJBizCon, one of the biggest cannabis conferences in the industry.

Matt shared his journey into the cannabis industry, starting back in 2014 when he read about Illinois passing a medical cannabis law in the newspaper. Intrigued by the potential of the industry...