If you’re thinking of investing, working, or starting a business in the cannabis industry, then you need to listen to Plant Problems, a podcast that takes a different approach to cannabis than what you’re seeing and hearing from the mainstream media. Hosted by Tony Frischknecht, the podcast provides high level information to help you understand the business more and make your decision on the direction you want to take. Tony has been successful in the cannabis industry for over fifteen years, and he’s going to take you along on a ride that will help widen your horizon and your industry knowledge about this amazing plant. The cannabis industry is still very new. Therefore, there are a lot unknowns. These unknowns are rather scary, but we will take you on a journey to help uncover the unknown. In Plant Problems, he’s going to be breaking down and tearing apart the myths of the cannabis industry along with shedding some light on the opportunities in the industry. Born and raised in Colorado, Tony always enjoyed the challenge of starting and building a business. At the young age of 25, he became an entrepreneur with two small construction companies. In 2005, he got introduced to the medical marijuana industry in Fort Collins, Colorado, and started a small MJ caregiving business called Highway to Healing. By the time he was 35, he had two dispensaries with an annual revenue of $6.5 million in sales, including two indoor grow facilities in Denver, Colorado – all four locations having 19 city and state licenses.In late 2012, Tony joined a group of industry leaders to build Organa Brands and started a successful cannabis brand called O.penVAPE. The maker of vaping products and edibles posted a top-line sales of $100 million in 2016 and prides itself of selling a product every nine seconds. It buys ten tons of marijuana a year and creates over 1 million grams of concentrated cannabis oil a year. Organa Brands is the only cannabis company with products on the market in ten states, including at 1,200 dispensaries. Subsequently, Tony has moved on to other ancillary businesses involving small scale extraction and commercial grow technologies. He is also the author of the newly released book, From Black Market to The Man, which outlines the 10 steps to becoming a multi-millionaire in the legal cannabis industry. With the fast evolution of the industry and the acceptance by those who used to be skeptics, the opportunities are vast. The Plant Problems podcast will make that much easier to navigate for you as Tony will be featuring and interviewing some people he knows personally and some who are working in the industry that are large influencers at this point in time to help facilitate and address a lot of your concerns and your needs. Be prepared to take in as much information as you can along with understanding as we all learn together from the experts and come out with an amount of insight that will be very valuable. Come along with Tony Frischknecht for the ride here on the Plant Problems podcast as he shows you more of the industry than anybody out there. Be in the know about how to invest, work, or start a business in the cannabis industry. We look forward to having future conversations with you as we go along this journey.
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We all have our reasons for starting a business. But, we have to know how to get things going. To this end, Tony Frischknecht explains how customer service works in the cannabis industry. In this episode, he emphasizes that we have to constantly ask questions and have weekly meetings so we could better understand our customers. Sometimes, we end up losing focus on what really matters. We get busy with other aspects of the business. That’s why it’s important to get right on track! Learn how to start mapping out the customer journey.
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Cannabis is ever-changing, and there are so many things that we are getting in front of us daily that are changing the way we look at our businesses. As we look at it, the future of cannabis is expanding. Tony Frischknecht discusses cannabis and regulation, tax investing, and much more. The IRS knows that cannabis is going to be legalized. In this episode, he emphasizes why good records assist in monitoring. Be prepared to enlighten yourself on how you could go in the right direction in your cannabis business!
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One of the more challenging parts of managing a cannabis business is the hiring process. How do you know which applicant to hire? How do you know which positions you need? Some of the answers only come when you’ve made the mistakes. But if you want to avoid these mistakes and prevent a bad hire, this episode is for you! Tony Frischknecht shares a list of key reminders when finding a person to join your business. He’s made the mistakes and learned the lessons. Today, he iterates those insights to help you in your cannabis business journey. Stay tuned!
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Marketing is a significant issue that you need to tackle when building a cannabis business. What can you use to engage customers more often or stay connected to them and create loyalty? You have to know the regulations around it and implement strategies that are allowed in your state. Join your host Tony Frischknecht as he discusses marketing techniques for cannabis. Figure out how you can build connections with your customers and grow your cannabis business. If you're new to cannabis and you're just opening your store in a new state or county, or you want to grow your business, this episode is for you.
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Do not sell. You may think you can't afford to come up with any more money to buy on, but don’t panic-sell your stocks. The cannabis industry is a risky industry to get into but the opportunities are there. It's like one minute you think you already know what's going on the next you don't, it's challenging. There's a lot of different things that are happening that are hard to explain. What's happening in the cannabis stock world right now? Tony Frischknecht discusses where it is right now, earnings before interest tax depreciation, and the challenges we could expect to face. Tune into this episode and hear the good news on legalization and cannabis stocks. Embrace the big wins that are to follow in your journey!
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The cannabis industry has a wide range of opportunities that many people don’t know about. This time, Tony Frischknecht takes a look at the coffee shop model of Spain’s El Capitan. Join in as Tony talks with Miguel Fersen and Mark Sanchez Cabrera from Spain about the benefits of cannabis and how to educate people who are in doubt to tip their toes in the water. In this episode, Miguel and Mark talk aboyt a coffee shop in Barcelona operating in a very smooth way where you could only get in if you’re a member. They also share their personal experiences on how they started the business. Tune into this episode and learn that you could stay healthy and productive by using cannabis in the right way.
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Always keep your records as if you'll be audited. The show's guest today is Cannabis Lawyer Rachel Gillette, a staunch protector of Cannabis retail businesses against the IRS. Join in the conversation as Rachel discusses with Tony Frischknecht what safety measures you need to take to ensure you won't get tangled up with the IRS. Make sure you keep all your receipts and have everything documented. Good record-keeping will always help you! Also, you need to understand the impact of 280 on a real-time basis to make educated decisions. Tune in to safeguard your business!
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The cannabis industry may not be the easiest venture to get into, but it’s definitely developing and growing. With the right people, managing a business smoothly is more than possible. In the second part of Tony Frischknecht’s interview with Matt Gillard and Chris Gillard from Jamaco, LLC, they tackle environmental issues and other challenges in the cannabis industry. Sharing the problems they incurred, they also talk about the quick adjustments they made and their whole approach to managing their business.
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Finding a new business and taking risks is certainly a challenge nowadays, especially during a pandemic. The cannabis industry is not an easy industry to consider, but the COVID pandemic even made it harder. Join Tony Frischknecht with Matt Gillard and Chris Gillard from Jamaco, LLC.as they delve into growing your business and building your organization with the right people. Supplying different areas with high quality and sustainably grown cannabis is a challenge, but it's possible. Matt and Chris prove that entering this market is a success for them. They discuss how they successfully created crops and got some return on their initial investment. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the cannabis industry and explore the opportunities and endless possibilities.
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Going from the black market to the licensed market can be tough. Yet, this is the path many in the cannabis industry must face as cities become more and more open to cannabis. Sharing his knowledge and experience, Juan Hernandez, the CEO of CVALT (Central Valley Alternative), joins host Tony Frischknecht. In this episode, he tells us what he is doing to make his business grow and thrive, especially in the highly competitive California market. Juan also tells us how he transitioned from the licensed market to working with localities. He also shares how they have set up their systems to be so efficient and what they see in the future in terms of growth. Join Juan and Tony in this conversation as they discuss more.
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Since the pandemic, entrepreneurs have experienced drastic and sudden changes in the way they do their business. Now more than ever, e-commerce has grown massively because the game has changed. And almost everyone is shifting to craft their strategies in the digital marketing world. Ryan O’Connor shares his professional journey and how he faced the changes brought by the pandemic. Ryan is the co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a Portland-based email marketing agency and the former founder of a multi-million dollar store selling phone accessories. In this episode with Tony Frischknecht, they explore ways to execute your marketing strategies for your business to thrive in the noisy digital world. They also discuss challenges in marketing like Facebook advertisements and more.
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If you don’t know the store owner, you can’t ask what the numbers are. But you can watch out for telltale signs in management. Tony Frischknecht’s guest in this episode is Chet Melton of Canna Nutrients. Chet gives a simple formula to size up if a store is worth acquiring. When you walk in, how responsive are the staff? Check out their inventory. Are they holding on to something they shouldn’t? Join in the conversation to have a better eye for acquisitions.
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Many people dismiss the idea of cannabis as an alternative treatment simply because they don’t understand how it works. In this episode,Tony Frischknecht chats with Charlie Piermarini, CEO of Restorative CBD, to talk about the science of cannabis. Charlie is an experienced physician’s assistant and healthcare services provider with a hefty educational background. He has invested a lot of time studying cannabis and how it has helped his patients. He also talks about how he got into creating The CBD Education Series to teach more people, both patients and medical professionals, all about the science of cannabis and the benefits it holds.
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There's so much need out in the world. But what are those that relate to cannabis? Join Tony Frischknecht and Jamie Pearson in this impressive talk about women's honest and passionate leadership to execute change most uniquely. Jamie L. Pearson, president and CEO of Bhang Inc., shares about product innovation, social responsibility and her goal-driven passion in leading the cannabis industry and making a great impact on people's lives. She elaborates on her collaborative approach to the national campaign project she's been working on that would create a huge difference in the quality of people's lives, especially those suffering unjustly.
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Wherever you are in business, the more efficient you can become, the better. In the cannabis industry, that could be in your utilities. Introducing us to some great ways we can create efficiencies in our business is Bob Gunn from Seinergy. In this episode, he joins Tony Frischknecht to share some advice that could help us become more efficient with our lighting, heating, and cooling. In particular, he talks about cannabis grow-light incentives. He takes us throughout the process—from pre-approval to post-inspection—and explains the regulations to the energy code in California. What is more, Bob then talks about the importance of coming together for some collective bargaining when it comes to utilities, benefiting each other in the long run.
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Hemp farming, like all agricultural businesses, comes with a degree of risk. After all, it is Mother Nature you’re dealing with. Good thing crop insurance is an available option for all farmers. In this episode, our host, Tony Frischknecht is joined by risk advisor, Bret Gum. Bret discusses risk management and crop insurance, and shares details on the federal program that insures hemp crops. Bret also shares what he’s learned about mitigating risk with your crop.
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Mushroom! These delicious little fungi aren’t just a treat for the palate, but can be a treat for the senses and health as well. The mushroom farming business is growing and full of untapped potential, and now is a great time to learn about it. Tony Frischknecht is joined by mushroom farmer and founder of Fresh From The Farm Fungi, Gary Heferle in a lively discussion about mushroom growing. Gary talks about getting his start in the industry, using hemp farming byproduct, and the challenges he faced during the early days of his business. Gary also discusses mushroom growing techniques and gives great advice on starting your own mushroom farm.
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Although the cannabis industry thrives with potential huge profits as it continues to grow, cannabis business owners face the difficulty of finding more funding options. Tony Frischknecht talks with Scott Jordan, founder of the Alternative Finance Network that aims to serve cannabis business owners by providing a one-stop shop for all their loan needs. Scott tells Tony all about the problems business owners face, from having confusing laws and regulations to high taxes, and getting loans to buy profitable businesses. He also talks about the Safe Banking Act and how it can affect the industry, especially business owners. Learn more about the Alternative Finance Network and see how it can help you if you’re interested in starting a business in the cannabis industry.
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This bonus episode is for my listeners to let you know what is going on in the next couple of months. We will be taking a small break from publishing to record a bunch of new episodes and you can expect me back on June 16th.
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Wholesaling cannabis can be tricky, but it does give you a fair amount of options for what to do with that extra product. For one, you can control the amount you sell depending on market prices. You can use it to create products of your own or white-label it with some other company. You can even use it for bartering to help out a struggling friend in the business. These are just some of the possibilities that Tony Frischknecht sees as he makes the case for wholesale as a feasible, if not lucrative business model. Listen in for more.
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The decriminalization of small amounts of drug use such as cocaine, meth, and heroin has been happening in various states in America. This has led to many people talking about growing cannabis, which may cause a federal movement for cannabis decriminalization. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht discusses the various implications of these recent developments. What future industries may arise from these events? What law enforcement initiatives must be put in place for drug regulation? Tune in to this episode and get updates on some recent stories involving cannabis.
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The boom of the cannabis market in Colorado, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada can pose a few threats to many new businesses. When these markets become saturated, it can be difficult to position yourself among the competition and thrive. Fortunately, Tony Frischknecht has the episode just for you. With his four tips, he shares how you can best survive a saturated market. Tune into this episode to find out!
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The year 2020 has been a wonderful year for the cannabis industry, with many states reporting booming revenue for the past year. But what may be the recent landmark many people are rooting for is cannabis legalization, which is currently embraced by 36 states, either for medical or recreational purposes. In response to this significant industry change, Tony Frischknecht presents some useful tips on how to scale your garden according to the government's rules and regulations. He explains the most practical improvements for your water system and lighting, as well as the benefits of going greenhouse. Tony also goes deep on saving money on energy by addressing the most common heating and cooling issues in a cannabis garden.
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Putting your business ideas into actuality can be tough, most especially if you don’t know how to attract the people who can help take you there—the investors. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht shares four tips you can do whenever you are talking to a millionaire and get them to invest in your business. Join him as you learn how to go about your explanations, promises, proposals, finances, and more.
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How does one enter the world of Comic Con to that of Cannabis? Allow K.C. Murdock to enlighten us in this episode. Joining Tony Frischknecht, K.C. takes us to his career journey from starting as a musician to becoming a podcast host of Chronicles of Comic Con and Down the Road Show. Venturing out to the world of cannabis, he then shares with us his new docu-series, The Cost of Cannabis, about the industry, where he sheds light on the amazing benefits of cannabis to our health. K.C. then lets us in on his take on the efforts to legalize the use of cannabis and what he is looking forward to using his platform to spread awareness.
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The market transition is expected as everything around us is constantly changing and frequently upgrading. How to adapt to the transition from the traditional market to the regulated cannabis business is a progression for growers and owners. Join Tony Frischknecht as he gives some extremely important information and strategies to guide you in this big move in the market. He shares some tips, which you can consider as a drill, to become the business entrepreneur that you are and to expand your network. So sit back and listen to this episode on how to get your business license and be taken seriously by authorities and investors for your cannabis business.
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In recent years, the cannabis industry is gaining wider acceptance as it has been legalized in some states. If you are looking into the significance of the cannabis industry on the economy and watching how the cannabis business is unfolding, you are on the right track. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht talks about the development of cannabis companies and investment opportunities with cannabis trading. Based on his life-changing experience as a cannabis investor, he offers tips on what to look for in choosing cannabis stocks in the market. Don’t miss today’s episode and get insights and understanding of the status of cannabis stock in the current political and economic condition of the state.
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Pricing cannabis seems like a no-brainer until you dig your boots into the ground and realize that it’s really not. Being in a new industry, buyers and sellers tend to rely a lot on guesswork instead of an established flower pricing system, which does not exist at all for both wholesale and retail. Aware that this is a moving target at present, Tony Frischknecht nevertheless believes that there is a way that buyers and sellers can agree on standard flower prices. For this, he proposes to use simple grading systems based on three flower qualities: density, smell, and potency. Listen in and learn how you can apply this principle in your own business.
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There are a number of growers in the industry who started their careers in the closet. This is all too familiar with Matt Gillard, whose journey started from illegally smuggling to legally growing his own commercial cannabis with Jamaco LLC. Picking up right where we left off, Tony Frischknecht continues his interview with Matt, where he now shares the tough decision he has to make in business: looking to bring on an investor and choosing what direction to go to. He takes us across some of the challenges he has to overcome and his plans for the coming 2021. Join in to see how it all pans out in the end and why you, too, can achieve the dream you’ve been working hard on.
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Cannabis is an industry most people ignore, and therefore they miss all the fun and benefits it has to offer. Matt Gillard saw the opportunity to grow commercial cannabis ever since he was young, though his dream did not start in the most legal way. As he sits down with Tony Frischknecht, he shares the interesting story of how he left his illegal smuggling ways in favor of starting a legal cannabis greenhouse to grow the plant for legal purposes in the form of Jamaco, LLC. He details how he has surpassed his brother in terms of business growth, how the people around him gave him the best pieces of advice, and his plans for his company's future.
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More and more businesses are working on running cash-free in this digital age, especially in the cannabis industry, where it has a banking problem. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht sits down with Dan Stofka, the CTO of KIND Financial, to talk about the digital currency that will make your store and customers safe. He talks about the hurdles many faces when it comes to banking and finding partners and shares the benefits of going cashless. Follow Tony and Dan in this conversation as they teach you how to take cash out of the equation and make everyone’s life easier.
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You can’t always do it on your own if you’re looking to make big moves in your cannabis business. Having a business partner can make things a lot easier, but it can also be your undoing if you do it wrong. There are a number of reasons why business partners work out and there are millions of reasons why people have bad relationships with business partners. How do you determine who a good business partner is and what they're going to bring to the table? Tony Frischknecht tackles this in this last installment of his conversation with Locomotion Cannabis owner, Flavia Hungaro.
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There is a lot going on behind the scenes in an entrepreneur’s personal life as they build a thriving cannabis business. As a result, personal finance becomes this one, huge consideration in their business plan. For many, it is a delicate balancing act between being able to pay personal bills while taking care of the things that the business needs to grow. The failure to achieve this balance has been the undoing of many a business, and you simply don’t want yours to be one of them. Tony Frischknecht and Locomotion Cannabis owner, Flavia Hungaro tackle this topic in relation to Flavia’s attempt to build a her own business that takes advantage of the massive social equity opportunities in Massachusetts.
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What is a triple net lease and what’s included in it? In part six of eight segments, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, discuss triple net lease lessons. They also touch on the limits to grow operations and how you can eliminate them.
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As with any business, opening and marketing a cannabis store involves a lot of struggles. In part five of a series of eight interviews with Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia talk about the challenges one may encounter when opening and marketing a dispensary. Tune in to this episode to find out what they are so you can make the necessary preparations with your own business.
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Going into business with a family member or friend adds a different dynamic to it. You have to be very mindful of your decisions because at the end of the day, they’re giving you some financial backing from their own pockets. In part 4 of 8 episodes, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, talk about the role your friends and family play in setting up your business. Costs are expensive and everything's going up, but with people who care for you on your side, everything is possible.
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Social equity is concerned with fairness of social policy and justice. In the third part of Tony Frischknecht’s interview with Flavia Hungaro, the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, Flavia talks about the massive social equity opportunities she has found in Massachusetts, focusing on lease options and the importance of leases for your business. She goes through the social equity programs being implemented in the areas where she has leases, and outlines the multiple roadblocks she encountered in setting up her business in those places. Don’t miss this part of the interview for some lessons you need to learn along the way to building up your cannabis business.
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In the cannabis space, the opportunities in grow and retail are increasing. In the second episode of an eight-part series on Massive Social Equity Opportunities in Massachusetts, Tony Frischknecht and Flavia Hungaro, a cannabis entrepreneur and the owner of the new company called Locomotion Cannabis, talk about the vast opportunities in grow and retail and whether one has to be an expert to build a cannabis business. At the end of the day, it's all about numbers when you get into a higher level in this industry.
Fresh opportunities are waving to aspiring cannabusinesses who wish to take advantage of social equity programs in the state of Massachusetts. On the thick of building a business around this incredible opportunity is Flavia Hungaro, owner of a new company called Locomotion Cannabis. In this eight-part series, Flavia and host Tony Frischknecht walk us through these opportunities and the things that Flavia is doing to set her business up for success. In this first episode, we get to know the woman behind all of this. Immigrating from Brazil as a young woman in 2003, Flavia became a medical cannabis caregiver and eventually jumped into growing after she finished school. She created her company in 2019. Join in and take part in this engaging discussion that imparts important learning points on starting a cannabis business.
Have you ever considered investing in cannabis stock? How do you even begin to do that? On today’s podcast, Tony Frischknecht walks us through some great stock that’s been doing well for him since he purchased them. He also talks a little bit about an explosive cannabis stock which gained 696% since it went public. Do you want to know what it is? Stay tuned to this episode.
If there is anything to be said about the current environment we are in, it is that it really pays to be prepared. With everything being already unpredictable as they are, business owners should create back-up plans to save themselves from any damages later on. Fitting in this context, Tony Frischknecht talks about how you can be financially prepared if there is a second lockdown. Join him in this brief episode to get right to it.
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99% of the states out there have some form of hurdle that you, as a business owner, will need to overcome to do legal business, especially in an industry like the cannabis industry. Fortunately, there are some exciting things that are happening in the Midwest States. They are now taking social equity seriously. Tony Frischknecht keeps us on top of these things as he talks about the leap the Midwest is doing and what it allows those in this field. Join him as he expands more.
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How do you define success in business? Is it a certain dollar value? Is it a certain lifestyle? Is it a certain level of contribution to making the world a better place? Is it the joy of being able to do something you believe in? We are ticked differently from each other and there are as many definitions of success as there are entrepreneurs. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht reflects upon these questions in the context of cannabis business and shares the three things that define success for him. Listen in, find out where you stand in each of these three things and start redefining your goals to success.
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The coronavirus pandemic has seen a lot of industrial businesses pivot to hand sanitizer production as demand for these products increased exponentially. Among these is Helios Sanitizer Company, a newly-founded hand sanitizer business which – believe it or not – was repurposed from a white label CBD production facility owned by cannabis entrepreneur, Axie Blundon. Seeing a need for the product in the market, as well as an opportunity to simultaneously attract customers to his cannabis business, Axie took a shot and started on the new business with passion. What does the business look like six months after its inception? What’s coming up next for Axie and Helios? Listen as he shares all about these, as well as his new company’s vision, mission and core values, in this conversation with Tony Frischknecht.
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Most businesses in most industries are struggling in these difficult times, but cannabis business owners are receiving a double blow because of the 280e provision of the tax code, which still applies to cannabis, which is classified by the DEA as a Schedule I controlled substance. Because of this, cannabis businesses are not only taxed more heavily than they should, they also find themselves ineligible for federal funding, including PPP loans. How can you make the most out of this situation? The answer may be in your balance sheets. Join Tony Frischknecht as he interviews the 280e CFO, Kevin Wannlund. Kevin helps cannabis business owners increase their profits and business valuation by giving helping them create audit-proof paperwork that can save them thousands of dollars in IRS penalties. Listen in as he explains what the 280e is and how cannabis business owners can set up their accounting to make the most of existing tax laws and end up with less liabilities and more profit.
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Many people still interchange Cannabis with Hemp. Here to make it all clear for you is Tony Frischknecht himself as he joins the Medically Assisted CBD podcast of Charlie Piermarini. Taking the hot seat, Tony gives us the parallels between the CBD and Hemp industries as well as their differences. He shares his insights into what he is seeing in both of them in the future and whether they are going to soar or sink. Join him in this crossover episode, where he discusses more with Charlie the Cannabis and Hemp space.
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There is an exciting thing brewing in California that could be a lifesaver for many people on the West Coast. The California Cannabis Industry Association, alongside the coalition of cannabis industry leaders, businesses, and organizations, strongly support SB 827 budget and fiscal review committee. What does this mean? How will it affect the cannabis industry? Where is the future heading with this? Tony Frischknecht answers these questions and more in this brief yet timely episode, preparing you of what's ahead should this new development provide the much-needed tax certainty for licensed cannabis businesses.
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Are you familiar with 280E for your dispensary business? In this episode, Tony Frischknecht goes into a deep dive on how Section 280E affects your cannabis business and a different method of accounting to work around 280E. The way the taxes are set up for a cannabis business doesn’t allow you to grow your business. Tony shares some firsthand knowledge that can help you mitigate the impact of 280E and scale your dispensary. Through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, learn how IRC Section 471(c) can help reduce the taxes on your business. Tune in and get to know how you can apply this workaround to your business and keep the revenue you worked hard for.
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Understanding your customer as a dispensary owner or grower plays a huge part. In this episode, Brooke Bevan joins Tony Frischknecht to share her perspective on cannabis as a new user and how she changed her view on cannabis from something negative and disruptive to positive. Get to know how Brook opened up to the idea of using medical cannabis for her condition and how the Canadian government is helping through their healthcare system. Brooke and Tony discuss the benefits of using cannabis and the effects it has had on the community and the whole environment of it. Learn the importance of educating new users and the community in general on the positive impacts of using cannabis as a dispensary owner or grower.
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New markets are opening up for recreational cannabis as some states begin to ease up on their restrictions and open up to the product. Naturally, new cannabis customers would need time to adjust to buying recreational cannabis from a licensed physical store. How can you allay their fears, make them comfortable and make sure that they come back and spread the word about your business? How do you build trust with the customers and the rest of the business community? Tony Frischknecht shares some tips on what you can do to give the best experience to you end user and get your new cannabis business on the radar.
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Why is cannabis prohibition a waste in so many levels and what does legalization mean for the economy and social justice? These issues are close to the heart of Barry Grissom, who joins Tony Frischknecht in this episode. Barry is the United States Attorney for the district of Kansas from 2010 to 2016. He also works as general counsel for Electrum Partners, where he works with people in the cannabis industry to give them a direction on how they can be successful in whatever endeavor they're involved in. In this interview, Barry tells us why cannabis legalization is not just a drug enforcement issue – it is an economic and social justice issue that begs to be resolved once and for all.
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When people talk about cannabis, they usually focus on growing, selling, and the business side of it as well as its medical properties. However, there are many nutrients, minerals, and vitamins that are in the plant that are hardly ever discussed. On today’s podcast, Tony Frischknecht chats with Miguel Neumann from CBDMEX about the nutrient side of the plant and why it’s considered the world’s first ultra-food. Miguel is an experienced business owner with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry.
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When you are trying to grow a business or investing in one, it’s no secret that you will encounter struggles or make mistakes along the way. On today’s podcast, Tony Frischknecht shares six major mistakes he’s made as an investor. A simple mistake can cost a lot, especially when you’re investing in something seriously. Remember these simple guidelines to help you keep yourself in check when you're looking at future deals.
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There are big and tough competitions out there in the cannabis industry that small businesses find it difficult to break through, offer their products, and make a name for themselves. Understanding that most businesses in the industry are more or less a startup, David Melnick started his company, Feel State—working with the primary business model to work with independently-owned and operated Feel State branded dispensaries to help the small business entrepreneur. In this episode, he sits down with host, Tony Frischknecht, to share the amazing work they have been doing and some insights on what it is like to be a young operator in the market. David then provides some of the ways you can get your chance at becoming the business you want and work your way to success.
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One of the many confusions that many people who are just starting out in the cannabis industry struggle with is the various strain names of cannabis. More often than not, it becomes overwhelming to identify which is which, especially as strange brand names start to pop up. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht interviews Conal Rosanbalm, the wholesale manager of Kind Love in Denver, Colorado, to help us become familiar with the different strains available out there and how you can get yours. Conal also takes us into what they do over at Kind Love, how they pick their strains, test out their products, and sell. Listen in on this conversation to get valuable insights about the world of cannabis strain names.
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In the midst of their busy day-to-day lives, many business owners encounter difficulty finding the time to really look at their business market and see what’s missing. Sometimes, it helps more to take your foot off the gas, relax for a while, and regain perspective on what’s really happening out there. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht flies solo to talk about the many sides to get business analytics without burying your head deep in your own business processes. He talks about gathering data from feedback and even camaraderie and then shares data from BDS Analytics about emerging markets and more. Keep your options open when gathering data. That way, you’ll grow your business even more.
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When Colorado allowed people from outside of the state to come and purchase cannabis legally, it felt like a tidal wave was happening. The cannabis industry and business owners were caught surprised at how many people took an interest in the state, planning not only their vacations but also businesses. Speaking about the changes brought forth by this move in 2014 by the State, Tony Frischknecht invites to the show Susan Dupej, a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of Guelph whose research interest focuses on the impact of cannabis legalization on the tourism industry. Here, Susan lets us in on how she is going about her study on how social responsibility can be used as a framework for forming best practices for suppliers. Join in on this eye-opening conversation that marries academia to the realities of everyday people and how the cannabis and tourism industries impact each other.
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Despite its amazing benefits to its users, the CBD industry is relatively young and has had some challenges in terms of maintaining the product quality in accordance with medical and legal constraints. Charlie Piermarini, the CEO and Founder of Restorative CBD, believes in doing things right and putting out the best quality product. CBD is a rapidly booming business, and stakeholders should take positive steps to see it move forward. Charlie sees the value of education as a critical component in getting patients and medical professionals on the same boat about what the product can and cannot do. Listen as he joins Tony Frischknecht on the show to talk about his CBD business journey, his passion for CBD education, and getting creative in CBD marketing.
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Social equity programs are a relatively recent development in the cannabis industry that is designed to help individuals, families, and communities victimized by cannabis criminalization and the war on drugs. Many of these programs, however, are doomed to fail, owing to such problems as corruption, lack of transparency, and severely limited funding. Ironically, this dire situation exists at a time when social equity is just gaining traction in public opinion. Joining Tony Frischknecht to talk about this is Chris Nani, the Founder of the cannabis publication, Endo Insider. Chris has worked in the social equity subfield of the cannabis industry for the last three years, developing the Social Equity Assessment Tool, which is the first and only rubric currently used to grade the efficacy of existing social equity programs. He has recently released a book with a dozen other authors called Understanding Social Equity. His experience in the field of social equity research helps us unpack the realities of social equity programs in a time when they are most needed.
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Encountering problems in business is inevitable. While some can be resolved quickly, there will be cases where you have to get attorneys involved; and yes, you will have to pay for them. For those who are new to the cannabis industry, this means additional expenses and less profit. How then can you avail an attorney to help you resolve these conflicts? Tony Frischknecht has the guest for you in this episode. He invites Bill Stierle—founder of Corporate Culture Development, a master of conflict resolution, and host of Purchasing Truth—to share how you can pay less to attorneys and keep your profit instead. In particular, Bill gets into how we can effectively get off that wheel of conflict, where attorneys are involved, shortening the time spent with them and avoiding losing the money out of the back end. Don’t miss out on this great conversation where you not only learn how you can save your profit, you also learn how to save time and heartache—all these three by minimizing conflict.
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As the world becomes more globalized, producing a product for your business comes with more options than ever. Cutting costs, an efficient way to do this is producing products overseas, and one of the countries that immediately comes to mind is China. However, manufacturing your products outside of the country comes with its own sets of challenges. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht brings over father and son, Gary Ross and David Ross of Essential Extraction Corporations, to tell us their knowledge and experience on how to produce a product the right way in China. They break down the processes that need to be thoroughly checked and then tell us about the extraction machine that they are developing right now. Having been in their own career journeys that took them from one industry (and even country) to another before setting up their cannabis business, Gary and David share the importance of relationships and communications through it all. Follow along in this great conversation to learn more about product production and the cannabis extraction business!
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With hemp being completely legal already, some farmers are taking a large acreage of their lands and flipping to hemp. Today, Tony Frischknecht talks with Reid Vander Veen, the Director of Marketing at Hemp Processing Solutions based in Harrisburg, South Dakota. Reid talks about automating hemp, building the industrial side of the hemp processing, the measures they are taking, and how it affects other crops and even cattle. He introduced the BudRubber and BioMaster machines, both breaking down the plant and separating the fibrous material from the flower material, but following different processes. He also talks about the current situation of the hemp industry, as well as his predictions for the hemp building materials.
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Because a small business, as its name implies, does work on a much smaller scale, as a business owner, you have to be much more careful. It’s a scary time, and your small business could and will suffer if you don’t have the proper protective measures in place to protect you, your employees, and your customers. Kurt Badertscher is the Co-Owner of Otoké Horticulture. He joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about preventive and protective measures a small business should implement. If anything, as a business owner, you have to make sure that safety is your number one priority. Make sure you’re a part of the effort to stop the spread of disease.
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In recent years, Mexico’s leaders have driven a movement to legalize cannabis. In 2017, President Enrique Peña Nieto signed a bill legalizing cannabis for medical use. In 2018, Miguel Torruco, Mexico’s Tourism Minister, called for recreational use on a state-by-state basis. In the same year, former President Vicente Fox held a cannabis conference with high-level government, scientific, and business leaders in Guanajuato. On today’s show, the former president’s right-hand man, Juan Garcia of Red Eagle Global Resources, joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about finally ending the cannabis prohibition in Mexico. He shares his insight on why Mexico has no other choice but to legalize the recreational consumption of cannabis at the federal level, and why Mexico’s cannabis industry could soon be fertile ground.
In many industries, women leaders still seem to be somewhat of a rarity because women are still trying to navigate the spaces that have been set up before them. With the rise of women leaders in various industries, especially the cannabis industry, empowerment is at an all-time high, and cultivating women leaders has never been easier than it is today. The President and CEO of Bhang, Inc., Jamie Pearson is a second-generation cannabis executive. She joins Tony Frischknecht in a frank discussion about how women leaders are finding their way in the cannabis industry. With Jamie’s impressive achievements, her story is one that you should definitely not miss out on.
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As its name implies, over-the-counter medication is astoundingly easy to get, despite the threats that some of their ingredients pose to the regular person. Of course, different medications affect different people in different ways, but we tend to underestimate the harm that continued use of some common over-the-counter medication ingredients can bring. Tony Frischknecht explores the problems that can be caused by over-the-counter medication. It’s important to get a better understanding of the risk you’re taking by relying on some of that easy-to-obtain medication. Let Tony guide you through some facts and figures that will have you seeing over-the-counter medication from a new perspective.
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The production of white label CBD is changing the cannabis industry as we know and understand it. The boom in white label CBD has created a renaissance of sorts for the industry, encouraging more variety in the products being put out there. Tony Frischknecht chats with Axie Blundon, the CEO and Founder of Brandstracts, and the Co-Founder of Straight Hemp. With the growing number of redundant CBD products saturating the market, Axie believes that white label CBD can promote the production of more kinds of cannabis, to cater to more people with differing concerns. Cannabis is truly a wonder plant, and Tony and Axie’s discussion only serves to highlight the many different things cannabis can do when given the opportunity.
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The concept of social equity as a subset of human rights is often ignored by the system that we currently function in. Especially under the watchful eyes of a government-mandated drug war, social equity is placed by the backburner and this often blows back on less privileged communities. Tony Frischknecht is joined by Chris Nani, an attorney, journalist, social equity advocate, and the Founder of Endo Insider. Chris talks about social equity in relation to the ongoing drug war and how social equity, down the line, can protect the communities being targeted by the drug war. It’s a touchy topic, but together, Chris and Tony discuss the solutions we should be taking going forward.
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The FDA has addressed a report to the US House Committee of Appropriations and the US Senate Committee of Appropriations concerning CBD. On today’s show, Tony Frischknecht looks into this report and reflects back on some similar meetings that took place in 2008-2009 about medical cannabis, relating it to the current issue at hand. He highlights the concerns he has about the report, mainly the associated health risks of CBD that were pointed out. He also points out that included in the report is FDA’s willingness to open their doors for discussions. Tread carefully when dealing with the federal government. Learn more about this report for further information.
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With the growing interest in the cannabis industry, there’s a wide range of people that are excited about being in it. On today’s show, Tony Frischknecht describes the three types of cannabis business owners and share his thoughts in between them. At the end of the day, there is no perfect person to work with. But you got to decide where your dollar goes the furthest and how you can be successful.
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Every single year, regulations and legislations placed around the sale of cannabis shift, thus the cannabis market is also in a constant state of change. With all these changes happening, it’s important that retailers are also aware of how the market changes, and what they can do to keep up with any burgeoning trends around them that, at first, they may not even notice. Coming from decades of experience in the cannabis industry, Conal Rosanbalm is the Wholesale Manager for Kind Love Dispensaries. He speaks with Tony Frishknecht about trends in the cannabis market that retailers should definitely be aware of. Good working knowledge of the market in its current state is essential to any growing business, and it’s doubly so in a relatively newer industry like cannabis.
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As a cannabis business owner, it is very crucial to see the operation of your business, even from states away anywhere in the world. Today, Anthony Frischknecht interviews Dan Stofka, EVP of Engineering and Software for KIND Financial, about his track and trace technology and programs for cannabis compliance that bridges the gap between the government and commercial business. Dan further explains what tracking cannabis from seed to sale means and how his tracking and tracing business has helped many growers, regulators, and even the market for patients and caregivers. On the side, Dan also shares how the Internet of Things fit into his program, their system for tracking, using tags, and more.
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As the cannabis industry continues to grow, more and more investment opportunities are opening up as well. If you’re wondering what the best one to choose is, then this special solo episode will help guide you. Host, Anthony Frischkneckt tackles the topic of investing in CBD and trying to create your niche in the supply chain. Before that, he lays down some foundation by sharing where the market is heading, giving you a view on how to plan the best strategy for what is to come. Anthony then shares his experience starting in the industry and offers some advice on getting your business off the ground. Tune into this episode to learn more about starting out in the cannabis industry and putting your ideas into action.
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As the cannabis industry grows, more opportunities are being opened for business people. Most often than not, greed comes with growth. A Sales Representative of CANNA, Christopher Coats, reminds everyone that greed won’t do you and the industry any good and tells us the current standing and situation of the hydroponics scene in line with cannabis. Being a veteran in the cannabis industry, he gives a warning for those aspiring to make it big in this business with unlimited potential. Chris then provides some points to ponder about the multiple reasons why Colorado is one of the top places cannabis investors should look into for both the long and short term.
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As more and more states legalize cannabis, business opportunities and demands also rise proportionately. The industry is in the phase of figuring out the best methods for processing cannabis and with what equipment. The Buying Assistant of Aaron Equipment Company, Andy Cohen, joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about what’s happening to their side of the fence which is equipment. Andy gives his insight on the flow of the cannabis market and why information is a powerful tool in this industry. He also touches on how the companies and banks behave when it comes to this business, and the big role processing equipment plays in whether you succeed or not.
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Many of us always have reasons to drink alcohol, and most of these reasons stem from our very own minds. Today, Tony Frischknecht interviews Belle Robertson, a sober coach and the author of Tired of Thinking About Drinking. Sharing her journey to sobriety, Belle narrates how she was able to resist all reasons prompting her to take a sip and illustrates the challenge of quitting and staying sober. She believes in the importance of rewarding yourself for being sober and how anyone can do it by taking one step at a time with your sober coach.
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The cannabis industry has experienced a large boom the past few years, especially with the worldwide influence of social media as a platform. That said, there are still challenges that the industry has to face, considering that marijuana as a product is still not completely legal all over the world. Chet Melton has been a leader in the growing marijuana industry for decades. He joins Tony Frischknecht to talk about the rapidly changing landscape of the marijuana market. It’s only a matter of time before this industry sees another large boom internationally.
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Taxes going up is as natural as prices going up. In this episode, host Tony Frischknecht talks about a realization during an MJBizCon event in 2019. A lot of what was being discussed through the different people that he met along the way was California and their tax increase. With this tax growth comes a normal feeling of being scared especially when competing with the black market. Tony explains to us why tax is being raised, including the ramifications of these taxes and how they’re going to hit you, most likely devastating your businesses.
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A lot of people have expressed interest in working in the cannabis industry, but how do they go about doing that? One thing is for sure, it’s not that difficult but it’s going to take a little bit of work on your side. In this episode, Tony Frischknecht reveals the best-kept secrets to cannabis employment. This episode will save you a lot of time and will also help you determine if you want to be an employee in the cannabis industry.
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The hemp industry has long been on its road to sustainability, and farmers are making their way to economy and environmental efficiency. In this episode, Anthony Frischknecht talks to Michael Savarie, a Sustainability Enterprise Catalyst for hemp technology startup, Hemp Black. Michael encourages everyone to adopt on the sustainability process, not just for your products but also for your employees, who are your major investments. He then distinguishes the differences between Canada, the US, and other countries on hemp production. Listen to Michael as he dives deeper on how their startup can minimize negative environmental impact with lesser expenses.
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Unique things are happening in the cannabis industry in Taiwan. Bringing on a guest to give light to the situation, Anthony Frischknecht talks with Zoe Lee of the Zhu Lu International Legal Office where she represents a variety of clients in cannabis and hemp-related cases. In this episode, Zoe lets us in on the legality of CBD in Taiwan and discusses where she works to clarify and pioneer its policies and overcome the barriers that lead to the opening of CBD legalization. Turning over the microphone, Zoe then interviews Anthony about his own cannabis origin story and becoming a pioneer in the industry.
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Unique things are happening in the cannabis industry in Taiwan. Bringing on a guest to give light to the situation, Anthony Frischknecht talks with Zoe Lee of the Zhu Lu International Legal Office where she represents a variety of clients in cannabis and hemp-related cases. In this episode, Zoe lets us in on the legality of CBD in Taiwan and discusses where she works to clarify and pioneer its policies and overcome the barriers that lead to the opening of CBD legalization. Turning over the microphone, Zoe then interviews Anthony about his own CBD origin story and becoming a pioneer in the industry.
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Starting your own company and having the skillset to handle it doesn’t keep you from experiencing setbacks. You have to have the knowledge and get as many advice on how you can overcome it when the time comes. Proving he is The Unshackled Owner, Aaron Scott Young, has fallen into this business death spiral and came out to the other side as the success that he is now. In this episode, he shares his early years as an entrepreneur, the multiple setbacks he met along the way, and the learning points he took from them. He gives great wisdom for those entrepreneurs who are still finding their way around the business, explaining why you need more than technical skills to succeed and why your audience has to know you exist.
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What does it take to put your passion for cannabis cultivation to a full-blown business? In this episode, host, Anthony Frischknecht, chats with Matt and Chris Gillard of Indoor Plant Kingdom and Jamaco, LLC about their cannabis cultivation business. They talk about funding your startup, operating under the Massachusetts law, and planning your business for sustainability. They also discuss giving back to the community and why they choose not to run their cultivation venture like the multi-million dollar players. Discover why we live in an exciting time for the cannabis industry with Matt and Chris.
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A partnership can make or break your business. Today, Anthony Frischknecht talks about partnerships, how they work into your business, and how can they help you. He emphasizes the importance of choosing the right partners and planning an exit strategy in case the worst happens. Learn more from Tony as he shares to us what he knows about business partnerships.
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Often, doing more than you know you can handle can lead to burnout and negative results for your business. Today, Anthony Frischknecht interviews Kat Nieh—a certified mindset coach, award-winning author, and NLP Practitioner—about the struggles many workaholics face. Sharing tidbits from her book, Dear Workaholics, Kat lets us in on her own journey and how she learned how to embrace being a workaholic and, at the same time, find a way to channel it properly into her passion and become more productive and fulfilled. She talks about how you can take a step back, delegate tasks better, and letting go of the people-pleasing personality and, instead, figuring yourself out to authentically and uniquely help someone.
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A great business structure is one that gives you peace of mind that your business will not go the wrong way with the wrong people. Today, Anthony Frischknecht teaches us the importance of creating a system that works for your business. He highlights the importance of finding the right partner, if necessary, and creating a corporate structure. He believes that a good system is when you can delegate who’s doing what and what they’re responsible for. Anthony notes that you must be able to run your company according to how you like it.
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The good thing about starting businesses is that you don’t need to do it alone. One great support that you can lean on is association groups. In this episode, Anthony Frischknecht guides us into the world of these information-based groups and why you need them. He shares tips for finding the right association group that can help you throughout your business growth and further explains the things you need to understand in fitting in your association. Don’t miss out on the valuable information that Anthony is going to share and more!
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While the legalization of marijuana has led to many benefits for patients in need, it also spun out a number of bad effects like substance abuse. Not uncommon in the state of Colorado, substance abuse has caused a lot of accidents throughout the years. Maria Loya, Director and Owner of La Trenza Counseling, Inc. in Commerce City Colorado, strongly believes that marijuana substance abuse should not be taken lightly. In this episode, Maria talks about the fatalities caused by people who are under the influence of cannabis and how she is planning to make marijuana strictly medical. Guiding others to recovery, she further explains in detail helping users who are trying to get out of that vicious cycle.
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Are you just starting out in the cannabis business? In this episode, host, Anthony Frischknecht, talks about some of the essential facets of selling cannabis that new business owners need to know. He lays down the importance of understanding the people, the extraction companies, and the manufacturers you trust to grow your cannabis. Hear Tony’s discussion on knowing how to source out your produce, along with his experiences and learnings from growing to selling cannabis.
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Being an entrepreneur comes with big challenges. You are fully responsible of turning those challenges into opportunities to achieve your goals. Award-winning inventor and philanthropist Garyn Angel has faced more than his share of challenges and made it back up to create the best services in his business. In this episode, Garyn talks about the entrepreneurship mindset and how he managed to connect the positives and the negatives in the cannabis industry to create his product and help many people. He also reveals his strategies on pivoting and making a business grow.
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In this episode, host Anthony Frischknecht, the author of From Black Market To The Man, gives us a quick rundown into starting a cannabis business. Starting this business as a challenge to himself, Tony was eventually able to grow it and is now running two dispensaries with an annual revenue of $6.5M in sales. Listen to this podcast as Tony shares what to expect and what to do when starting your own medical marijuana business.
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Are you planning to grow and produce your own cannabis supply or venture in this growing industry? If your answer is yes, Nicolas Botti gives you the right guidance for starting your own plantation. Today, Anthony Frischknecht interviews Nicolas as he shares his story on how he started Grow With Jane. He talks about his hopes about the future of cannabis being welcomed by the law in Argentina. Working with growers, he discusses the top three problems that they have and gives some tips for anyone wanting to grow their own products at home.
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Many cities across America have been welcoming cannabis into their legal doorsteps. However, despite such welcome, there are still complexities you need to understand regarding the rules and regulations surrounding its use. In this episode, Anthony Frischknecht interviews Amanda Ostrowitz, who founded RegsTechnology and its current product, CannaRegs, as a tool to aid attorneys, business people, and governments with localized tracking of regulatory issues. As interesting as how a former Federal Reserve bank examiner got into the cannabis industry, Amanda points out the changes in regulations regarding cannabis use. She talks about its importance to business owners and to any cannabis user in Denver and other areas. Sharing some sad stories of establishments being fined for illegal cannabis, Amanda also touches on the California market and their enforcement, taxes, and policies in using the plant.
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Investors continuously have trouble finding the best opportunities for their investment. Do you put your money into stocks or direct company investments? In this episode, host, Anthony Frischknecht, shares his insights on how you can identify where to invest and how to keep an eye out for the risks involved. While at it, he explains the importance of doing background checks on the people you invest your time and money to. Don’t miss out on this great episode where Anthony gives you advice with an entrepreneurial mindset.
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Picking the right business is very important to achieve success. Today, Anthony Frischknecht talks about the importance of choosing the cannabis business that fits you. Building the right business is all about knowing who you are and picking the one that fits your personality and talents. Listen to this podcast episode as Tony helps us figure out which cannabis business best suits us.
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Having a good business plan helps you to realize your vision and follow through your passion. In this episode, Anthony Frischknecht shares some tips on creating a good business plan. Building a company, especially in the cannabis industry, can be challenging and it takes good planning and serious understanding of the whole landscape to be successful. Listen to this podcast episode to learn more about the importance of having a plan when starting your own business.
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One of the biggest hurdles among entrepreneurs in starting a business is finding the financial startup capital. In this episode, host, Anthony Frischknecht, talks about this hurdle and gives understanding about the finances needed to build your business. While sharing his own experience, he taps into the overhead expenses entrepreneurs also need to consider along with their own personal finances that might be affected in the process. What is more, Anthony then gives some tips on how to look for the startup capital you need.
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Choosing a place to put up your cannabis business is not as simple as it seems. In this episode, Anthony Frischknecht provides a guide on knowing and understanding the location regulations. He shares what he does when looking into a place for your business, checking not only the locality but the states around as well. Letting us in on the possible worst-case scenarios, Anthony shows the importance of finding the right attorneys as well as keeping yourself in the know of these regulations. After all, regulations are part of the business. You either grow and adapt or fall out.
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Keeping up with the laws can be very challenging. That is why it is important to seek professional advice from an attorney when it comes to building your business. This also hold true for the cannabis industry. Today, Anthony Frischknecht shares with us some of his experiences and tips on hiring an attorney. It is valuable to have someone you can seek advice from any time you need it. Listen to the podcast to know more about what to watch out for on the legal side of things in your cannabis business.
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As with any business, there are a lot of stress and challenges with taxes in the cannabis industry. The good news is there are also solutions. In this episode, Anthony Frischknecht shares how you can deal with your taxes in your cannabis business. Narrating the times when he had his back against the wall, Tony shares how he went about getting help to alleviate the stress in handling taxes.
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There is a lot of progress in the cannabis industry, and more and more people are starting to respect and change the image of a typical cannabis patient and business owner. In this episode, Anthony Frischknecht talks about this change. The future of the cannabis industry is bright, and now is the best time to get into the business. Listen to this podcast episode to discover Tony’s insights into the present and future state of the cannabis industry.
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This year marks the first year anniversary of the legalization of Cannabis in Canada. Today, Anthony Frischknecht discusses the different situations that happened throughout the past year in the cannabis industry, especially in Canada. Listen to this podcast as Tony shares with us his insights to what we should do and not do based on the positive and negative things that has happened in Canada’s legal medical marijuana industry.
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It’s almost always harder to raise capital than many thought it would be. Aside from the time frame, you need to have some solid knowledge when starting your business to move forward. Scott Jordan, founder of the Alternative Finance Network, is someone who, despite his expertise, also didn’t have it easy when starting out in the cannabis industry. In this episode, Scott talks about his hurdles when he first started his business and what transitioned him to the cannabis finance industry. He shares
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People often look at the medical marijuana field from a bad angle, thinking it as an addictive drug and nothing more. However, when you do your homework, get the right information, and investigate, you’ll find that there is actually more than what meets the eye. In this cross-episode, Anthony Frischknecht takes his turn on the hot seat and gives the microphone to Mark Yuzuik, a world-renowned hypnotist and transformation expert, to talk about the marijuana industry. With his book on-hand, From Black Market to The Man, Tony shares with us the value and the benefits of this business, making the information simple to help you find where you need to be in the business. Don’t miss this episode to learn more about Tony’s book along with Mark’s insights about the changes in the marijuana industry.
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As entrepreneurs, we get confronted with situations that will really test our limits and dedication to our businesses. Kicking off Plant Problems, host Anthony Frischknecht opens up about one of his most trying times when starting out in the medical marijuana field. As he takes us back to 2006, follow him in this nerve-wracking time of hiding out in a small basement area with 70 plants. At the end of it, Anthony imparts great insights on what it really means to find business success amidst all the intimidating times.
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