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📣 Vegas Insights Conference Speaker Highlight:  Get ready to dive into a groundbreaking conversation at the 37th Annual Las Vegas Insights Conference, "Women in Cannabis: Data-Driven Conversations About Equity in the Cannabis Industry." Greg Hasty and Victoria Billones of Hasty Storytelling lead this groundbreaking study, delving into uncharted territory - examining how women are navigating the cannabis industry. Dive into their comprehensive report on the challenges, aspirations, and opportunities for women in this burgeoning space. Key Insights Await:  🌟 Explore gender disparities in emerging markets, with a focus on cannabis.  🌟 Uncover the evolving landscape for women in the cannabis industry.  🌟 Learn from the Heroine's Journey, empowering cannabis entrepreneurs and supporters. Be part of this transformative conversation that strives for inclusion and empowerment in the cannabis industry. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gCCPjrXp   #SCIAInsights #InsightsAssociationWestChapter #SCIAVegas #SCWVegas #EnergizeAndInspireVegas #InspiringInsightsVegas23 

Today, we would like to highlight the work of Garden Society, a trailblazer in the cannabis industry that is breaking barriers and empowering women. Co-Founders Erin Gore and Karli Warner of Garden Society are working to break the stigma and completely redefine cannabis for women. As women, they understand how to bring cannabis into women's daily life in ways that are easy to relate to. Their focus is to make the cannabis experience as seamless and human as possible, not only for women, but for all. Learn more about Garden Society's mission: https://lnkd.in/ecXsbjed

Happy Friday Community. TGIF. Let's delve into the topic of Women in Cannabis, focusing on the critical issue of Retention. While there's no shortage of Women eager to enter and thrive in the industry, what's lacking is an enabling environment. Unfortunately, the current Cannabis landscape isn't conducive to fostering sustained female leadership. Shockingly, data from the MJ Biz diversity report and Yahoo Finance reveals a significant decline in women executives from 36.8% in 2019 to a mere 20% in 2023. What's behind this alarming trend? It's largely attributed to the entrenched "bro club" culture, among other formidable barriers. Moreover, the lack of diversity is glaring in cannabis cultivation, where a mere 1% of businesses are owned by Women. This status quo urgently demands a shift. Women in the industry are grappling to endure and flourish. Let's pledge to actively support Women-owned businesses not just this month, but every month. Happy Women’s History Month!!! #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenOwned #WomenInBusiness #WomenLeadership #Cannabis #CannabisIndustry #CannabisBusiness #CannabisCulture #Diversity #cannabiscultivation #cannabiscommunity

You should be at HIGHER this weekend! If you are a woman of color on the east coast and within train or driving distance and you are in the cannabis space whether you are plant touching or serve the industry in any way, then you cannot miss this event. It will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside, empowered, and leaving having found your tribe. You will experience the most supportive environment, have conversations with some of the well known names in the industry who you admire and follow on social media. This is one event that you do not want to miss. It is for us and by us and there’s no better place than to be in Philly at Higher. So grab your crew and head to Philly for a weekend of empowerment, networking, and TRUE sisterhood. Trust me YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT. Here is a list of SOME of the panels: - Death of DEI - Navigating Culture in Corporate - Beyond the Bud: Navigating Non-Plant Touching - Breaking the Cycle: Prioritizing Self-Care and Wellness for Women Of Color - Transformative Health: Cannabis Therapeutics and Holistic Practices for Women of Color - Health Equity: Addressing Healthcare Disparities for Women of Color - Intersectional Identities: Women of Color in the LGBTQ+ Community - Cultivating Opportunities: Cultivation and Agriculture for Women of Color - Mary Jane Money: Financially Empowering Women of Color in Cannabis Keynotes - Roz McCarthy, Chenae Bullock Get your ticket today! If you cannot attend in person but want to still be apart of what’s happening then you can attend virtually. The panel discussions will be informative. https://lnkd.in/eyez3VnC

Empowering Women in the Cannabis Industry: Overcoming Government Obstacles Discover the challenges faced by women like Milani in the global cannabis community. Despite championing diversity, their local, state, and federal governments hinder their progress. Explore the impact of these obstacles and gain insight into the future of the industry. #WomenInCannabis #DiversityMatters #GovernmentObstacles #CannabisIndustry #FemaleEntrepreneurs #BusinessChallenges #IndustryInsights #WomenEmpowerment #BreakingBarriers #FutureOfCannabis

Encouraging female entrepreneurship is critical in any industry, and new markets are a great place to get started! Join Vicente Partner Shawn Hauser to get insider insight on how to make moves in the budding cannabis industry. #entrepreneur #cannabis #womanownedbusiness

THIS! 👏👏👏 It is worth the time (and expense) to go through due diligence and draft actual legal documents with disclosures. Let’s set realistic timelines, provide simple, yet comprehensive diligence request lists, and put together legal documents. It can all be done without “losing” the deal. Contact me if you need help drafting real legal documents😉

Calling all cannabis enthusiasts! Do you have any favorite women-owned/operated cannabis brands? Let's celebrate and support the amazing women making strides in the industry. Share your top picks and tell us about any up-and-coming women cannabis entrepreneurs. Let's give them the recognition they deserve! #WomenInCannabis #SupportWomenEntrepreneurs #CannabisIndustry #WomenInBusiness

One of my focuses and passions is assisting companies in implementing affordable, accessible, and actionable strategies in areas crucial to impact: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Sustainability, and Social Impact. Despite the constraints on resources and investments in our sector, it is imperative to continually advance in these areas. Failing to do so will lead to costly and resource-intensive course corrections down the line. My aim is to ensure that companies remain proactive in moving the needle forward, even within existing limitations, to foster lasting positive change and resilience in the face of evolving challenges. Sarah Sinclair's article "10 ways to inspire inclusion in cannabis" is beautifully aligned, let's rejuvenate our collective commitment to being a true force for good in the world.

🤔 Why do Women in Cannabis groups exist❓ Women's Cannabis groups are thriving, and here to stay, until the challenging landscape women face changes. That's why I'm so excited to be a part of groups like Blunt Brunch, and their event at MJBiz Con this month! Highlighting the potential for women to thrive in this dynamic field will ensure its survival. 👀 It's a fact that women face gender bias, unequal pay, limited access to funding & workplace harassment. 😞 🚨 Only ~16% of cannabis companies are women-owned... and the # is decreasing. In MA & OH < 10% of businesses are women-owned. (https://lnkd.in/gqYRg2m8). Navigating complex regulations is a huge hurdle for women-owned businesses (https://lnkd.in/ggdsACqg). . . This is why we work to highlight the progress we've made -- and share growth opportunities. ⚡ MJBiz reported 39% of execs in cannabis are women, a significant increase from 22% in '21 and 36% in '19. (https://lnkd.in/gt8GrMrP). We show up for each other -- because mentorship and food models are crucial in promoting gender diversity. 🫂 Successful women entrepreneurs significantly impact the professional development of the next gen of women cannabis leaders. 🫱🏼🫲🏿 (https://lnkd.in/gTqBcaP7). **Towards a More Inclusive Future:** 🚀 Collaborative efforts from industry leaders & policymakers are needed to create a supportive environment for women-owned businesses (https://lnkd.in/gHvfvAMu). It's vital to acknowledge these challenges, celebrate women's successes, and advocate for gender diversity to create a more empowering space The industry is moving towards an inclusive future, but this empowerment requires support and advocacy from well-resourced orgs... As an industry leader, you have the platform to contribute to this evolving narrative, driving change and fostering an equitable industry. Yes -- YOUR voice can emphasize the importance of collaboration, advocacy, and empowerment. Equal opportunities are essential to address these gender disparities... So how is your company uplifting women? ** Share your Success Stories and Empowerment Initiatives below 👇🏽 ** #womensempowerment #womensupportingwomen #womeninbusiness #cannabisindustry