Moving Up the Quality Curve: Providing Capital to the Cannabis Industry

In this episode, we sit down with Guillermo Rodriguez, a Summit virtual CFO with expertise in the cannabis industry. We discuss the role of a virtual CFO, the financial strategies for cannabis companies, and the impact of rescheduling cannabis and the IRS tax code on the industry. Rodriguez emphasizes the importance of profitability and maintaining relationships with banks. He also shares upcoming projects, including a podcast and webinars, aimed at educating and sharing knowledge within the cannabis industry. _______________________________________________________________________ Featured Guest(s): Guillermo Rodriguez, Summit virtual CFO by Anders https://anderscpa.com/ Meet The Host(s): Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga Sign Up for Our Newsletter! https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribe __________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions. #CannabisInsider #finance #business

In this episode, Javier and Elliott interview Dan Neville, the CEO of Advanced Flower Capital (AFCG), a NASDAQ-listed cannabis-related business. They discuss AFCG's approach to the cannabis industry and its unique perspective as a lender in the space. They also talk about AFCG's spin-off of Sunrise Realty Trust and the rationale behind it. Dan explains the current opportunities in the cannabis market, including the rise of cannabis 3.0 operators and the demand for capital in states transitioning to adult-use and medical cannabis. They also touch on AFCG's dividend strategy and the state of debt in the cannabis industry. _______________________________________________________________________ Featured Guest(s): Dan Neville, CEO - Advanced Flower Capital https://advancedflowercapital.com/ (NASDAQ: AFCG) Meet The Host(s): Javier Hasse https://www.twitter.com/JavierHasse Elliot Lane https://www.twitter.com/ElliotLane10 __________________________________________________________________ 📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribe __________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions. #CannabisInsider $AFCG

In this episode of Benzinga's Cannabis Insider, Caleb Counts, CEO of Connected Cannabis Co., shares his journey in the cannabis industry and the success of their premium strains like Biscotti and Gelato. The popularity of their products among artists like Migos and Travis Scott has helped propel their brand. Counts discusses the challenges and opportunities of expanding into new markets, such as Arizona and Florida, and their plans for further national expansion. He also emphasizes the importance of genetic development in creating unique and targeted products. Counts highlights the sustainability efforts of Connected Cannabis, including reducing inputs and recycling materials. _______________________________________________________________________ Featured Guest(s): Caleb Counts, CEO - Connected Cannabis Co. https://connectedcannabisco.com/ Meet The Host(s): Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga Abbey Higginbotham, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga __________________________________________________________________ 📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribe __________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions. #CannabisInsider #Biscotti #Gelato #cannabis #migos #celebrities #favorite #strain

In this hilarious episode of Benzinga's Cannabis Insider, Lucky Yates, the voice of Dr. Krieger on Archer, joins the hosts to talk about his latest venture in the cannabis world. Lucky has teamed up with Grasshopper Farms to launch exclusive cannabis strains. He shares his journey with cannabis and how it has impacted his life. The conversation also touches on the cannabis industry in Michigan and the need for legalization across the country. Favorite Quotes from this interview: "Grasshopper Farms will bring you the finest products that will make you laugh until you uncontrollably sob and perhaps urinate and defecate yourself." "Cannabis is nature's Valentine to us, and we should just embrace it as you do your favorite Valentine from your favorite love from the favorite time in your life." _______________________________________________________________________ Featured Guest(s): Lucky Yates - American Voice Actor, Cannabis Enthusiast www.instagram.com/luckyyates/?hl=en Grasshopper Farms + Lucky Yates' strains https://grasshopperfarms.com/ Meet The Host(s): Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga Abbey Higginbotham, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga __________________________________________________________________ 📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribe __________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions. #CannabisInsider #luckyyates #cannabis #strains #archer

Sourcing capital in cannabis is notoriously difficult, but it’s not impossible and the second half of 2024 is poised to be one of the strongest fundraising years in recent cannabis industry history.Join the Benzinga Cannabis team and cannabis finance titans, Adam Stettner, Seth Yakatan, and Henry Miller for a special virtual event about the ins and outs of cannabis capital. Register below to save your seat!Featured Speakers 🗣Adam Stettner, CEO | FundCannahttps://fundcanna.com/Seth Yakatan, Partner | Katan Associates Internationalhttps://www.katanassociates.com/Henry Miller, Vice President - Originations | Pelorus Capital Grouphttps://peloruscapitalgroup.com/Meet The Host(s):Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzingahttps://www.benzinga.com/author/patricio-liddle-0Nicolas Jose Rodriguez, Cannabis Writer - Benzingahttps://www.benzinga.com/author/nicol-s-jose-rodriguez📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribeDisclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions.#CannabisInsider

In this episode of Cannabis Insider, the hosts interview Christine Apple, CEO and Founder of Grön, and Dan Neville, CEO of AFC Gamma. They discuss the partnership between AFC Gamma and Grön, the current investment landscape in the cannabis industry, and the importance of social fairness. They also talk about the expansion plans of Grön, including entering new markets and developing new products. The episode highlights the availability of capital in the industry and the potential for growth and innovation.Featured Guest(s):Christine Apple, CEO & Founder - GrönDan Neville, CEO - AFC Gammahttps://afcgamma.com/(NASDAQ: AFCG)Meet The Host(s):Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - BenzingaAbbey Higginbotham, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribeDisclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions.#CannabisInsider #SocialFairness #InvestmentLandscape

Kevin Hart, CEO of Green Check, discusses how his company has revolutionized how cannabis businesses connect with necessary financial services. Green Check has developed technological innovations to facilitate efficient and compliant financial transactions for the cannabis industry. They focus on getting data at the atomic level, monitoring each individual transaction to ensure compliance. Green Check has been successful in partnering with financial institutions and has facilitated over $1 billion in capital into the cannabis industry. They also collaborate with other companies like Coda Capital to enhance their offerings and provide new capabilities to their clients. As the cannabis industry potentially reschedules to Schedule III, Green Check is prepared to assist financial institutions in navigating the regulatory challenges. They have a compliance-first posture and are well-positioned to handle the complexities of the evolving industry. Green Check's goal is to create a frictionless economy for cannabis businesses and financial institutions, making it easier for them to operate and grow. _______________________________________________________________________ Featured Guest(s): Kevin Hart, CEO - Green Check https://greencheckverified.com/ Meet The Host(s): Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga Abbey Higginbotham, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga __________________________________________________________________ 📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribe __________________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions. #CannabisInsider #GreenCheck #banking

In this episode of Cannabis Insider, Abbey Higginbotham and Pato Liddle interview Cameron Saner, Co-Founder & COO of Kosmik Brands, a company known for its innovative edibles and products. They discuss the story behind founding Kosmik Brands, the marketing strategy of using space as a theme, the challenges of scaling across different states and markets, the importance of quality and consistency in products, the plans for international expansion, the potential impact of rescheduling and regulation changes, and the partnership with Hero Grown Foundation to support military and first responders. Cameron also shares some sneak peeks of upcoming product launches and initiatives.Featured Guest(s):Cameron Saner, Co-Founder & COO - KOSMIK BRANDShttps://www.kosmikbrands.com/Meet The Host(s):Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - BenzingaAbbey Higginbotham, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribeDisclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions.#CannabisInsider #KosmikBrands

In this episode of Cannabis Insider, the hosts interview Cody Shandraw, President of Healing Realty Trust, a company that focuses on providing real estate solutions for psychedelic therapy clinics. Shandraw shares his journey in the cannabis industry and how he became interested in the emerging field of psychedelic therapies. He explains the role of real estate in supporting the growth of these therapies anda the challenges faced by doctors in finding suitable locations for their clinics. Shandraw also discusses the current state of the healthcare system and the potential impact of innovative treatments like psychedelic therapies.Featured Guest(s):Cody Shandraw, President - Healing Realty Trusthttps://healingrt.com/Meet The Host(s):Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzingahttps://www.benzinga.com/author/patricio-liddle-0Nicolas Jose Rodriguez, Cannabis Writer - Benzingahttps://www.benzinga.com/author/nicol-s-jose-rodriguez📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribeDisclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions.#CannabisInsider

In this episode of Cannabis Insider, host Pato and co-host Nico interview Anthony Coniglio, CEO of New Lake Capital Partners, a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on the cannabis industry. They discuss New Lake's role in providing real estate capital to cannabis companies and the factors contributing to their Q1 revenue growth. They also explore the strategic importance of partnerships, the underwriting process for tenant selection, and the potential impact of cannabis rescheduling on New Lake and the industry.Featured Guest(s):Anthony Coniglio, CEO - New Lake Capital Partnershttps://newlake.com/Meet The Host(s):Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzingahttps://www.benzinga.com/author/patricio-liddle-0Nicolas Jose Rodriguez, Cannabis Writer - Benzingahttps://www.benzinga.com/author/nicol-s-jose-rodriguez📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter! 📮 https://cannabisdaily.beehiiv.com/subscribeDisclaimer: All of the information, material, and/or content contained in this program is for informational purposes only. Investing in stocks, options, and futures is risky and not suitable for all investors. Please consult your own independent financial adviser before making any investment decisions.#CannabisInsider