The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast: Recent Episodes
Yatz Solutions
The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast’s goal is to strengthen the industry by engaging with our community to understand multiple perspectives in order to make impactful changes through conversation.
On the twenty-first episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing Andrew DeAngelo, a distinguished industry veteran with over three decades of experience. Andrew's narrative and contributions to the cannabis industry are commendable and noteworthy.
The objectives of both Harborside and The Last Prisoner Project, spanning business and non-profit endeavors, are causes that I believe deserve support. These initiatives are rooted in education across the cannabis supply chain while upholding standards of quality and affordability. The work of freeing all cannabis prisoners is a necessity for incorporating cannabis into our society.
Beyond that, I admire Andrew's willingness to give himself to the cannabis space so selflessly. I am eager to see his predictions come to fruition in regard to the cannabis plant as a whole. I hope to contribute a modicum of what Andrew has in the cannabis space.
On the twentieth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, I got to speak with Jason Reposa founder of Good Feels, a beverage and beverage additive company based in Massachusetts. Jason’s story is an intriguing one. His love of diving deep to understand the world around him shows how much care went into founding Good Feels. I admire his hustle, impressive tech background, and at-home cannabis education. Jason is always up to something new at his company, finding ways to help his community, and being a family man. Jason’s ad campaign “Will it Infuse” might be one of my favorites thus far in our space his genuineness shines. I hope you enjoyed listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed it.
On the nineteenth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, I had the privilege to interview Devin Alexander founder of Rolling Relief. A cannabis delivery service in the state of Massachusetts servicing the greater Boston area. Devin is a wickedly smart young entrepreneur, he’s able to move in and out of different crowds naturally, and he constantly displays that he knows what cannabis consumers want. In our short episode, Devin breaks down what it took to get Rolling Relief off the ground, what it takes for him to be successful, and what our future holds. I hope you enjoyed listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.
On the eighteenth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast. We interview some of my favorite people in the cannabis space BUDTENDERS! Dillon Leneave and Aaron Ellis are some of the colleagues I got the pleasure to work with while I was an employee at a dispensary in southern Ohio. This episode is special for a few reasons. It is the second time we recorded an episode in person, it is the first time we had the privilege of consuming cannabis during our interview, and we have our first budtender episode. Deservingly so this episode is the first to surpass the 30-minute mark. Please join us and consume some cannabis before this episode, if you hadn't already. Enjoy listening to some friends and I talk about why we love dispensaries so much and what we think could change. It's no doubt in my top favorite episodes.
On the sixteenth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we got the privilege to interview one of Ohio's State Representatives, Juanita Brent a strong leader from District 22 (Cuyahoga Falls). Juanita does a wonderful job painting a stark picture of what we need to do in order to spark some change within our program. Juanita was nice enough to mainly stick to the topic of cannabis throughout our interview. This conversation was very eye-opening and productive. Juanita's outlook toward what we are going through aligns with my outlook for the most part. I am appreciative of the conversation we got to share and hope that you all gain as much from it as I did. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the fifteenth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast. We interview Toni Conn owner and operator of Green Bliss. An accounting firm that helps cannabis businesses and entheogen-based businesses keep up with their financials. A huge undertaking for many of us in this space. Toni dives into her experience and helps us understand why you might want to hire someone with her services. Toni's gaining meaningful traction in Michigan and hopes to continue to expand her practice. It will be interesting to see what kind of predictions and future insights come to fruition. Is the removal of 280E the answer, SAFE banking, or is there another catalyst that will make our space easier to operate in? Toni offers her thoughts. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the fourteenth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Chris Robinson a person who has been finding their way through the cannabis space. Chris graduated from The Ohio State University and has held a few different roles within the space. Currently, he is looking for new opportunities and concentrating on launching his own blunt and joint filter tip. I have met Chris quite a few times at different social events for the Ohio cannabis market. He is just one of those people I gravitate towards. He likes fine cannabis, rosin, building Lego sets, and finding or cooking the best food in town the kind of stuff I like spending my personal time on as well. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the thirteenth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Paul Vandergrift an account executive from the SAAS industry. I was grateful to meet Paul in Las Vegas while attending a social function for MJ Bizcon. Paul's genuine warmth drew me to conversating with him that evening. During our interview, Paul does an incredible job at explaining SAAS in cannabis and what his perspective from that space has been. Paul's relationship with the space, his position, and the plant is inspiring. I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I enjoy recording them. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the twelfth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Christine DeJesus director of cultivation at Galenas a vertically integrated cannabis company that operates in Ohio and Michigan. Christine's love for the plant and growing things with care are abundantly clear. You don't have to speak with her or get to know her. If you had a bag of cannabis from Galenas you can taste it on the first inhale. I admire Christine's activism within our community to bring about change, expressing her love for breeders, and her commitment to her locale even with the restrictions on cannabis. It's no wonder Galenas has the following they do. I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I enjoyed hosting it. Go try Galenas the Wizards compel you!! Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
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On the 11th episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Geoff Korff CEO of Galena’s. The first Ohio-owned Certified Kind cannabis cultivation operation. Geoff helps operate one of the patient’s favorite grows, and for good reason! He also has been behind the curtains helping push legislation along. Geoff says quite a lot in a short period. If I hadn’t already, I’d be taking notes. Galena’s is vertically integrated in Michigan where they grow outdoor cannabis. I highly recommend checking out their work in both states if possible. The wizards compel you! Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
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On the 10th episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Lenny Berry founder of Ohio Cannabis Health and Business Summit. A community engagement located in Cleveland. During the episode, Lenny describes the summit and some other businesses and backgrounds he is a part of as well as what it took to produce them. One thing is for certain Lenny and his teams surely care about the patients as well as getting the right people in the right room. He is a testimate if you work and ask, ye shall bring to fruition. If you have any questions about OCHBS or anything else Lenny is pretty easy to find and very approachable. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the 9th episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Jason Kabbes, co-founder of Bridge City Collective, Diamond Science, and Ohio Clean Leaf. Good things come to those who wait. Ohio Clean Leaf surely practices that with its flower and in many other ways. Jason explains to us what he and his team have focused on to be in the legal cannabis space for 10 YEARS now. What an accomplishment! The slow cure they put their cannabis flower through here in Ohio creates a truly enjoyable experience. If you’re in Oregon check out the menus at Bridge City Collective. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the 8th episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Drew Evans Owner and Operator of Holistic Hammock. Drew has been in the industry for about 4 years now. She has moved from dispensary work to owning a CBD and Hemp infused massage experience amongst other services. Give this episode a listen as Drew explains to us how she got where she is and where she plans to go. If you’d like to book a massage or have Holistic Hammock show up at your next event please visit her website Welcome | Holistic Hammock LLC or find her Instagram handle @holistic_hammock . Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the seventh episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we speak with Codi Peterson of Cannigma a resource to help folks understand and navigate their relationship with cannabis. This is a special episode because we were in attendance at MJ Bizcon and Codi is our first out-of-state guest. We got to hear Codi's thoughts on the supply chain for Cannigma to produce such great informative content. If you have questions for Codi he and the Cannigma crew have an open space for you to ask. Remember no questions are the only wrong questions. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
For the fifth episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Andrew Morris a brand ambassador for Buckeye Relief one of the largest Ohio-owned vertically integrated brands in the state. We hear about Andrews's work in the community, his thoughts on the current state of the industry, and some of what it takes to produce in his position. If you are a part of the day-to-day operations in sales or retail work, you know Andrew has a lot to bring to the table. Andrew is always looking to connect people and help within the industry find him on Instagram as @ace.boogie_1 or on LinkedIn under his name. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com.
On the 6th episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Broderick Randel II the business development and outreach manager for Beneleaves a Yatz Solutions favorite. We hear Broderick's thoughts on what it takes for him to produce business development at Beneleaves, as well as his devotion to ensuring that education is equitable and inclusive while this industry unfolds. Broderick is an important community member of Ohio's program if you need anything reach out to him through Instagram @makin_envisioned_moves or on LinkedIn under his full name. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
For the 4th episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast. We interview Jeremy Dahmer the lead brand ambassador of Farmaceutical Rx. We discuss what it takes to produce successful patient education days. We discuss how to engage with and speak with patients in Ohio. Lastly, we discuss how transparency is an important factor in the cannabis industry's supply chain. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you'd like to be a guest on the show.
On the third episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast, we interview Justin Kenyon a sales executive at Firelands Scientific and a sales industry vet from the craft beer sector. We hear about his supply chain's unique challenges and how being in a small regulated market can be beneficial. Advocacy and awareness remain at the forefront of Ohio's mind in expanding our current market. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you'd like to be a guest on the show.
For the first episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast. We interview Bill Williams a founder at Beneleaves and one of the reasons for Yatz Solutions and The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast getting this far. We discuss Beneleaves Supply Chain and what Bill sees as ways to engage in our current environment as well as set ourselves up for the future. Please reach out if you would like to tour the Beneleaves facility or if you have any interest in being a guest on our show by emailing Info@yatzsolutions.com
For the second episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast. We interview Alex Sandorf the lab director for Lighthouse Sciences. Alex is a industry vet with 14 years of experience across the cannabis industry. We get to hear his thoughts on vetting your supply chain and what it takes to produce quality products here in the Ohio program. Feel free to reach out to info@yatzsolutions.com if you’d like to be a guest on the show.
On the inaugural episode of The Cannabis Supply Chain Podcast. I interview myself. Mainly for listeners to understand a bit more about Yatz Solutions, me, and the reasoning behind the Podcast. It is a little lengthy but it's 100% me unfiltered, learning to do something I care about deeply, in hopes to engage with the audience Yatz Solutions wants to learn more from.