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👋 WEBINAR ALERT! Join us tomorrow for a deep dive into the data, to better understand the evolving buying habits of cannabis consumers across the State of California. We're so excited to be joined by Amanda Reiman PhD MSW, Chief Knowledge Officer of New Frontier Data, who will share her insights on the market today and where its headed. 👉 RSVP here: bit.ly/catrends

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The Cannabis Data Companion Guide for 2024 is here! 🌿 Whether you're an ancillary cannabis business or exploring new opportunities, this free eBook is your roadmap to navigating market trends, state regulations, and emerging growth strategies. 📖 What’s Inside? ✅ Market insights for top-performing states ✅ Key data on legalization trends ✅ Actionable strategies to scale your business 👉 Download your FREE copy today and stay ahead of the competition! 🔗 https://hubs.la/Q02_cxJz0 #CannabisData #CannabisBusiness #MarketInsights #CannabisTrends #B2BData #DataTrends #CannabisCommunity

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🎉 Announcement!!! Seed Angel Forum is foregoing our typical quarterly pitch event in June in honor of Techstars Boulder Accelerator’s final Demo Day! CALLING LOCAL INVESTORS! Join us on June 6th for snacks & libations to pregame the final Techstars Boulder Demo Day and celebrate the Colorado startup ecosystem! We’re holding a Seed Angel Forum Reunion for Local Accredited Investors and prior Seed Angel Forum CEO/Founders. Investors: sign up to attend if you are an accredited investor and have made at least three early-stage investments in the last 12 months… and if you want to connect with some great founders and investors! Founders: you can RSVP if you’ve previously pitched at any Seed Angel Forum event over the past ten years. If you’re interested in pitching your company at a future event, please look to our Q3 and Q4 events to apply to pitch. RSVP: https://lu.ma/saf24q2

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It is not only the gifts raised which is so compelling, but also the donor engagement. There is something so compelling about multi-channel engagement which has a VEO associated with it. I find it hard to verbalize, but chatbots remain a sterile and impersonal form of engagement. Siri/OK Google/Alexa suffer similarly. Somehow, an AI-agent gets around this - even when the person being engaged is fully aware the agent is AI generated.

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🌿🌟 Explore Brand Creation in California's Cannabis Industry with Viridian! 🌟🌿 At Viridian, we're at the forefront of California’s innovative cannabis market, and we're excited to collaborate with passionate individuals and companies eager to launch and promote their brands. Whether it’s a personal passion project or a strategic business initiative, we are here to support and elevate your vision. Are you thinking about creating your own cannabis brand or looking for a partner to help navigate and succeed in this vibrant market? Let’s connect! We specialize in helping brands grow from concept to market with a focus on sustainability and innovation. 📈💡 We invite you to discuss your ideas, challenges, and aspirations with us. If you're ready to make an impact in the cannabis industry, reach out via DM or comment below. Let’s bring your brand to life together! #CannabisIndustry #BrandBuilding #CaliforniaCannabis #Viridian #Innovation #Sustainability

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In a nutshell, Lookout is winning the battle for brand distinction, community impact and consumer relevance with its employees, partners, communities and members. And market awareness and growth is following; along with national marketing awards and community accolades to honor the bold impacts the Lookout team is making. Born in 1951 as Idaho State College's credit union, it evolved by 1963 into Idaho State University Credit Union. Over time, that long name became an acronym that needed lots of explaining, ISUCU. By 2020, the credit union needed a new brand identity, to reflect its new focus on inclusivity and community, to honor its university roots and to jump start market growth. Strum Agency was chosen to craft a brand and name that captured the essence of the credit union's values, regional beauty and purpose in helping its diverse groups of members. Lookout Credit Union emerged – a name reflecting guidance, reliability, and community support, backed by Idaho's natural beauty. A bold and highly differentiated brand identity, anchored by the tagline “Tread Fearlessly” emerged and the transformation was underway. The new brand and storytelling sparked interest, engagement, and remarkable growth: a 10.3% increase in assets; 11% surge in deposits; $7.2M in business loans, and record employee engagement scores. It earned immediate national recognition with seven CUNA Diamond awards in its first year. As Lookout Credit Union continues to thrive, its journey inspires others to embrace transformation, act boldly to stand out, and build strong brands that connect with audiences young and old. Read the full brand case study here: https://lnkd.in/g6av3ZmG #BrandTransformation #CommunityEngagement #StrumAgency #FinancialBrand #CreditUnionMarketing #CreditUnions #Renaming #DiamondAwards

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The cannabis industry is evolving fast as we close out 2024 and head into 2025! 🌱 From Oregon's tightened licensing rules to Florida's ballot initiative and California's cannabis cafes, key changes are shaping the future for growers, businesses, and consumers alike. Stay informed on the latest state-by-state updates in our latest article! 🌿 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g-C5DT25 #OLCC #CannabisNews #IndustryUpdates #GreenThumbHustlers

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What's not only supporting, but driving Cannabis industry growth? The infrastructure. MSO is one of the nation's premier cannabis infrastructure investment and consulting firms. With more than 170 cannabis projects under our belt, we're leading the way helping drive what's already surpassing the growth of Cloud Computing! Contact us today to learn more about partnerships, investing, and why Cannabis Infrastructure through MSO is taking the industry by storm. #CannabisInfrastructure #CannabisInvesting #CannabisWellness #MSOforInfrastructure #CannabisConsulting

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As we step into the weekend, it's essential to reflect on the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of the legal cannabis industry in California. At Vibe by California, we believe in not only providing top-quality flower but also fostering a community that appreciates the myriad benefits and opportunities emerging from this flourishing sector. The cannabis industry represents a burgeoning frontier for business and investment. With the market projected to grow exponentially, it is an exciting time for investors to explore the vast potential within. As traditional sectors experience volatility, the cannabis industry remains resilient, showcasing consistent growth and innovation. Cannabis is more than just a product; it's a catalyst for economic revitalization. The industry's positive impact on the economy is undeniable, from job creation to substantial tax revenues supporting public services. At Vibe by California, we are proud to contribute to this economic uplift, providing quality employment opportunities and fostering a sustainable business model that benefits our community. Innovation is at the heart of our mission. We continuously strive to enhance the consumer experience through cutting-edge cultivation techniques, sustainable practices, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Our goal is to set new standards in the industry, ensuring that our products not only meet but exceed consumer expectations. Investment in the cannabis sector is not just about capitalizing on a 🌿 Click Photo to Learn More 👇

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📢 California’s cannabis scene is unmatched, but the industry faces challenges. 🌱💡 How can California ensure its legacy thrives? This article explains some of the biggest challenges currently facing the CA cannabis market, and possible solutions. From innovation to market pressures, this is a must-read for anyone passionate about the future of cannabis. 🔗 Dive into the article here: https://hubs.ly/Q02ZBsGF0

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PHI's Getting it Right from the Start has released its 6th Annual State of Cannabis Policy in California Scorecards, offering a comprehensive overview of cannabis policies in cities and counties that allow retail sales. The 2024 scorecards show that 67% of Californians are now living in areas where legal cannabis is available, up from 55% in 2019. The scorecards also identify critical opportunities to shape a safer local cannabis marketplace amid rising public health concerns. "As cannabis products have become increasingly potent and industry marketing ever more appealing to youth, there is an urgent need for stronger regulatory protections that recognize rising public health concerns. Our scorecards provide a resource for communities looking to adopt evidence-based practices and set a standard for responsible cannabis regulation," said PHI's Lynn Silver, MD, MPH, FAAP, Senior Advisor and Program Director for PHI’s Getting it Right from the Start.

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Yesterday, Ed Schwarz walked through the newest addition to the BLAZE® software suite, BLAZE Fulfill™. Check out this clip from our 4/20 webinar with Weedmaps to see how easy it is to manage multiple online order sources in one centralized dashboard. #cannabistech #cannabisretail

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It's been just over 1️⃣ week since Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board completed Phase One of their implementation with EasyVista. We're excited to share a few excerpts from our conversation with Deputy CIO Jillian Murphy about what's next for WASLCB and their IT in 2024 - and beyond! Read the interview below ⬇ 🔶 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙇𝘾𝘽 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙛𝙛? One benefit that employees will see Day 1 is a business-friendly IT service catalog. We worked closely with members of the Lead Support Team on the initial design and can’t thank them enough for their time and input. We will enhance the service catalog as we progress in our implementation, and leverage feedback we receive to improve it as well. An IT service catalog is used to clearly communicate what technology services are available to requesters. For it to be meaningful, it’s important that the information is concise, accurate, and presented in a way that makes sense to them. 🔶 𝙒𝘼𝙎𝙇𝘾𝘽 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙡𝙤𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙣𝙤𝙬, 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙛𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙣? This is a strategic initiative planned as part of the 2022-2026 IT Strategic Plan, under Goal 2 – Communication and Collaboration. Replacing our current IT Service Management solution ensures that the agency remains in compliance with statewide security policy. And, it will alleviate a lot of pain points experienced by users today. 🔶 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙡? For me, it’s the improved user experience and what we’re going to be working closely with staff to design next, which is all about improving the employee onboarding/offboarding process! 💻 Like our partnership with WASLCB, FMX is proud to work closely with organizations to understand their goals and help them 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘦𝘥 them. Learn more about our ITSM solutions and integrations today: www.fmxsolutions.com #ITSM #ESM #ServiceManagement #ITImplementation George Williams Tia Holcomb

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🌱🏛🔍 Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board leaders and the public welcomed a board member to their new post as Chair, plus rulemaking  and petition actions included adoption of social equity rules which drew criticism in public comments. https://lnkd.in/deY66fdT #cannabis #cannabispolicy #cannabisindustry

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