"From Investor to Operator: Navigating the Cannabis Industry's Unique Challenges" Paul Weiss, CEO of Paper Planes joins Dan Humiston to discuss his unique position as both a cannabis investor and operator, emphasizing the importance of having control of a brand in the ever-changing cannabis industry. He also highlights Paper Planes' focus on quality, consistency, and competitive pricing in their products, and their ongoing search for the right institutional capital partner to support their growth. Paul expresses gratitude for the podcast's contribution to the industry and looks forward to future conversations. Produced by PodConx

"Innovative Loyalty Platform Revolutionizes Cannabis Industry Customer Engagement and Retention"Jonathan Bohun, founder and CEO of Weedar,  joins Dan Humiston to discuss  his cannabis industry loyalty and distribution platform. With a background spanning nine years in the industry, Jonathan recognized the lack of effective loyalty programs for regular cannabis consumers spending over $400 monthly. Weedar offers an innovative approach using individual QR codes for product authenticity, customizable rewards, and gamification, aiding brands in customer retention while minimizing acquisition costs.Produced by PodConxMJBulls - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capitalDan Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humistonJonathan Bohun - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-bohun-27517a61/Weedar - https://www.weedar.io/Recorded on Squadcast - https://squadcast.fm/

"Revolutionizing Cannabis Cone Manufacturing: From Shortage to 100 Million Cones a Month" Bryan Gerber, CEO of Hara Supply, joins Dan Humiston to discuss the success of his cone manufacturing business. In response to a cone shortage, Hara Supplies established facilities in India, earning various certifications and producing high-quality, clean-room cones. With remarkable growth, the company now manufactures around 100 million cones a month, capturing a significant market share and eyeing potential strategic partnerships in the future. Produced by PodConx

"From Self-Funded Success to Consistent Quality: The Gelato Canna Co. Story" George Sadler, co-founder and CEO of Gelato Canna Co., joins Dan Humiston to discuss his background, his previous cannabis business win and the success of Gelato. The company has a family-driven ethos and prides itself on maintaining consistent, high-quality products. Despite rumors of outside funding, Gelato remains self-funded and values its self-sufficient growth. Produced by PodConx

"Utilizing Data-Driven Decisions for Raising Capital in the Cannabis Industry" Lara Fordis, founder of Fortis Consulting, joins Dan Humiston to discuss how cannabis companies can utilize data-driven decisions to raise capital successfully. She emphasizes the importance of vetting data sources and avoiding skewed data to avoid misrepresentation. For investors, Laura recommends seeking a second set of eyes to validate data presented in pitch decks to ensure reliability and credibility. Produced by PodConx

"Unlocking the Power of Cannabis Testing: Ensuring Safety and Quality in the Industry" Christopher Altomare, the CEO of Nova Analytic Labs, discusses the importance of testing in the cannabis industry. He highlights the risks associated with untested cannabis, such as exposure to pesticides and unknown health impacts. Chris also shares insights with Dan Humiston into Nova Analytic Labs' advancements in terpene testing and their plans for expansion into new markets, starting with New York. Produced by PodConx MJBulls - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital Dan Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston NOVA Analytic Labs - https://nova-analyticlabs.com/ Christopher Altomare - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-altomare-33030654/ Recorded on Squadcast - https://squadcast.fm/

Revolutionizing Cannabis Rolling Papers: Unveiling a 400-Year Legacy of Quality and Innovation Alex Boone, the managing director at Botani, discusses the history and expertise of his parent company, which has been involved in paper making for over 400 years. Botani focuses on providing premium botanical hemp and hemp rolling papers to the cannabis industry, offering lightweight rolling papers and hemp wraps that enhance the smoking experience. He joins Dan Humiston to talk about working with B2B customers, including white label converters and brand owners, providing them with sustainable solutions and helping them navigate the process of starting a brand in the cannabis market. Produced by PodConx MJBulls - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital Dan Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston Alex Boone - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-boone-1b2a8b13/ Botani - https://botani.com/ SWM International & Neenah, Inc. recently combined to become Mativ (NYSE: MATV) Recorded on Squadcast - https://squadcast.fm/

Revolutionizing Joint Rolling: The Story of an Innovative Machine Kyle Loucks, the CEO of Roll Pros, joins Dan Humiston to discuss his journey of creating a machine that automates the process of rolling joints. He shares how he was inspired by his college days and the need for a solution to the inefficient process of hand-rolling joints. With 85 machines already in the market, Kyle talks about the success of Roll Pros and potential opportunities for growth and investment in the future. Produced by PodConx MJBulls - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital Dan Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston RollPros - https://rollpros.com/ Kyle Loucks - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleloucks/ Recorded on Squadcast - https://squadcast.fm/

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in the Cannabis Industry: A Journey Towards Funding Success Kyra Reed, the founder of Women Employed in Cannabis, joins Dan Humiston to discuss her organization's shift in focus from education and networking to fundraising for women in the cannabis industry. Recognizing the funding gap for women-led businesses, she partnered with the Panther Group to create "The Roadmap to Funding," a comprehensive guide for securing funding. They also launched a Mentoring Program that follows the guide's chapters, providing support and guidance to women entrepreneurs throughout the fundraising process. Produced by PodConx MJBulls - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital Dan Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston Kyra Reed - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyrareed/ The Panther Group - https://thepanthergroup.co/ Mentoring Program - https://hopin.com/events/roadmaptofunding/registration The Roadmap to Funding - https://thepanthergroup.co/roadmaptofunding/ WEiC - https://womenemployedincannabis.com/ Recorded on Squadcast - https://squadcast.fm/

The Importance of Cannabis Insurance Brokers: Expertise, Advocacy, and Transparency Eric Schneider, the managing director at Alpha Ru, discusses the importance of having a broker when obtaining insurance for cannabis companies. He highlights the specialized nature of the industry, the need for brokers with expertise in cannabis, and the role of brokers as advocates for their clients. Schneider emphasizes transparency, storytelling, and the value of broker relationships with insurance companies. He also mentions that Alpha Ru was acquired by Baldwin Risk Partners and clarifies that they are not currently raising capital. Alpharoot - https://alpharoot.com/ Eric Schneider - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericschneider5690/ Baldwin Risk Partners - https://baldwinriskpartners.com/