On this episode of BofC Live, we connect Albert Kim, CEO of Greenline POS, a leading cannabis retailer technology provider for Canadian cannabis retailers. Kim and Greenline POS have seen tremendous success building and scaling Greeline POS alongside the ramp up of cannabis retail in Canada.   Learn more about Greenline POS.

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Pod 213 - Scaling a cannabis retail POS technology company

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Paul Pedersen of Nextleaf Solutions. The BC-based extraction company has made identifying and securing intellectual property rights a key differentiator of their approach. Business of Cannabis connected with Pedersen to hear how Nextleaf Solutions is providing core services along the supply chain in Canada, as well as security intellectual property rights elsewhere.Learn more about Nextleaf Solutions.

Pod 212 - Developing unique processes in cannabis extraction

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Myrna Gillis, co-founder and CEO of Aqualitas. Aqualitas is a cannabis producer based in Nova Scotia growing with advanced aquaponics systems under Health Canada’s ACMPR. Their approach to growing was developed in association with Acadia and Dalhousie Universities – both in Atlantic Canada. Gillis joined BofC Live to talk about their approach to growing, their use of reclaimed plastic for their packaging and how Atlantic Canada’s cannabis ecosystem is creating a supportive and thriving cannabis industry there.Learn more about Aqualitas’ recent announcement about their use of reclaimed plastic for their packaging.

Pod 211 - How to differentiate a cannabis brand through sustainability

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with David Kerr of Gallagher’s Canadian office. Gallagher is the Official Insurance Provider of Business of Cannabis. Kerr has deep experience helping the cannabis industry access the appropriate insurance coverage for the specific needs of their businesses. As retail operators ramp up, understanding the coverage required for opening while also understanding how insurance coverage can help protect your business is essential. Kerr provides insights into how he works with retailers during as they build their business.Learn more about Gallagher’s cannabis offerings.

Pod 210 - How to access insurance for cannabis retailers

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Krista Raymer of Vetrina Group – a retail consultancy with deep experience working with cannabis retailers. Earlier in February, Raymer and Vetrina Group co-presented the first Cannabis Retail Series with Business of Cannabis. Following that event, Vetrina Group wrote this piece for Business of Cannabis:3 Things to Know About Designing and Building RetailRaymer connected with Business of Cannabis to talk about that early February event, as well as the March Cannabis Retail Series event focused on core tech stack requirements for cannabis retailers.BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.Register for the upcoming Cannabis Retail Series on March 3.

Pod 207 - Ways to think about store design and build out

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with David Wasserman of the CannDelta team. CannDelta is the Official Regulatory Advisory of Business of Cannabis. In this segment, Wasserman provides perspective – with data and insight to back it up – that there is still time and opportunity to open a cannabis retail store in Ontario.BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.

Pod 206 - How to think about opening a cannabis retail store

On this episode of BofC Live we connect with Joel Darichuk of 314 Pure Cannabis - a cannabis cultivator in Alberta. Darichuk joins BofC Live to talk about their facility, their team and their approach to the sector. As well, Darichuk serves on the Mount Royal University Cannabis Industry Advisory Board for their Cannabis Education Program. He will discuss the importance of educating the current and future workforce for building a strong legal industry.Learn more about 314 Pure Cannabis.Mount Royal University has developed an online cannabis workforce training program - helping prepare the future Canadian cannabis workforce. These online courses position students at the forefront of the sector - allowing students to gain specialized skills and knowledge designed to meet the demand for a trained workforce. Learn more about Mount Royal University's Cannabis Education Program.BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.

Pod 205 - How cannabis education builds a strong workforce

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Jeff Goldenberg, the founder of 2nd and Goal Ventures. Goldenberg’s company recently announced the launch of a cannabis brand with former NFL star Marshawn Lynch – Dodi Blunts. BofC connected with Goldenberg to talk about how the brand came to be, the uniqueness of Lynch’s personal brand and how Dodi Blunts will come to market.BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.Learn more about Dodi Blunts.

Pod 205 - How to bring an NFL legend’s blunt brand to market

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Dr. Mather Carscallen, the CEO and CTO of Algae-C – a plant biosynthesis company using algae to create plant-derived active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) – including cannabinoids. Carscallen describes the process of using algae for biosynthesis and the value it has to the cannabis sector – including cost, consistency and environmental impact.BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.Learn more about Algae-C.

Pod 204 - Understanding biosynthesis in the cannabis sector

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Nathan Mison, the CEO of Diplomat Consulting to understand how a cabinet shift in the Prime Minister’s government may impact the cannabis sector. Mison speaks about how broadening the argument around economic growth from the cannabis sector – including during the pandemic – may benefit the sector overall and the decisions the government may make in the next federal election.Learn more about Nathan Mison and Diplomat Consulting.

Pod 203 - Does a political shake up benefit cannabis in Canada

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Sherry Boodram of the CannDelta team. CannDelta is the Official Regulatory Advisory of Business of Cannabis. In this segment, Boodram provides an update on Health Canada’s approach on the regulation of cannabis-based Health Products that would not require practitioner oversight. BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.

Pod 202 - How cannabis health products are being considered by regulators

On this episode of BofC Live we connect with Serena Donovan of Because You Cann, a microcultivator in Alberta. Donovan will share her story about how she entered the cannabis sector – including her roles as a student, alumni and Advisory Board member of the Mount Royal University Cannabis Education Program.Learn more about Because You Cann.Mount Royal University has developed an online cannabis workforce training program – helping prepare the future Canadian cannabis workforce. These online courses position students at the forefront of the sector – allowing students to gain specialized skills and knowledge designed to meet the demand for a trained workforce. Learn more about Mount Royal University’s Cannabis Education Program.BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.

Pod 201 - Turning cannabis into a new venture

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Christian Sculthorp of Cozy Cannabis. Cozy Cannabis is a cannabis retailer in Toronto’s West End that recently opened during the COVID lock-down. Christian’s experience in e-commerce and in the cannabis sector have set apart his approach to retail and how he will attract and retail customers. BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.

Pod 200 - How to carve your niche in cannabis retail

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Elisa Keay of K’s Pot Shop in Toronto’s East End. K’s Pot Shop has made a name for itself as a shop that is very much ‘of the neighbourhood’ – creating both a unique shopping environment as well as one where consumers come back to regularly. Keay is a speaker at the Business of Cannabis Retail Series on February 3. Register today.  BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.

Pod 199 - Creating a unique cannabis retail shopping environment

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Jesse McConnell, CEO of Rubicon Organics. McConnell joined BofC Live to talk about the how and the why of Rubicon Organics – including his experience and learnings from Whistler Medical. With an emphasis on sustainability and premium flower – Rubicon Organics’ Simply Bare brand is a popular choice for cannabis consumers in the premium category. BofC Live is the daily news and interview program of Business of Cannabis. Business of Cannabis highlights the companies, brands, people and trends driving the sector.

Pod 198 - How to create sustainable premium cannabis products for consumers

Jay Rosenthal, President and Co-Founder of the Business of Cannabis, interviews people from all parts of the cannabis industry.

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