Back in January, none of us could’ve predicted how 2020 would play out for the industry. Now that we’re in the fourth quarter, it’s worth looking at where things stand and how MSOs can effectively scale in the current environment. Continued industry growth is a given. But how that growth happens—through either federal legalization or […]
Capital
Should cannabis companies get out front on leaseback plans?
Cannabis Business by Joe Caltabiano Companies in need of capital have a wealth of options in how they can raise it. From traditional bank loans to venture funding, line-of-credit accounts to angel investors, the sourcing choices are numerous. But that doesn’t mean they’re all equally available in all markets at all times. And right now, […]
How CFOs Play a Key Role for Growing Cannabis Companies: Breaking down the Role
What exactly does a CFO do in a company and how does this person add value to your growing cannabis company? When does it make sense to bring on a CFO? These are all questions confronting many cannabis companies and, as the pandemic lifts and growth returns, they will become front-burner topics again. In general, […]
Corporate Investment, Shifting Consumer Tastes, Brand-Building Drive U.S. & Canadian Cannabis Sectors
By Jim Kohl, Partner Howard & Howard/Las Vegas Given polling results that show Americans continue to be more and more comfortable with legalized marijuana, the rise of publicly-traded cannabis companies seemed likely. The speed at which these companies have been accepted by investors and corporate partners looking to expand their brands has been eye-opening. Aided by legalization […]