We're joined today by the Founder and CEO of Bear Grinder, Amit Gorodetzer

Bear Grinder offers a high-quality grinder uniquely designed to resist the build-up of residue that occurs with grinders over time.

They use ball bearings set just below the lid allowing it to spin freely and easily.

Amit and I talk about the origins of the company from the prototype to the current models available and discuss the difficulties of starting a business and designing a new product.

Look for the 2.0 model coming soon and find out more at beargrinder.com

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We’re joined on episode 45 by the CEO and Co-Founder of Alibi Cannabis, Marianne Cursetjee.

Alibi Cannabis is a woman-owned Cultivation facility based in Damascus Oregon, creating high-quality flower with a perfect blend of art, science and magic.

Marianne talks with us about her path to ownership and the adventures of establishing the brand from building the cultivation rooms and the perfect team to building a reputation for excellence in and outside of the state.

We discuss consumer trends, the importance of customer education and the adaptability required to be successful in cannabis.

Alibi is looking to expand into new state markets soon, it’s safe to say their story has only just begun.

For more information visit alibicannabis.com

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We've got a unique episode for you all today with seven short interviews from MJ Bizcon last week here in Las Vegas, Nevada.

MJBizcon is the biggest cannabis industry conference and gathering of the industry with sessions, expo halls, events, awards and more events on top of that.

It's one of the best ways to connect with the space and take your cannabis business to the next level.

Find out more at mjbizconference.com

Nigel Despinasse - Owner, Industree Marketing Also Featured on Apt 113 Episode 8

Shannon Lyon - Operations Coordinator, Garden State Grl & Journalist for Heady NJ

Dustin Hoxworth - Editor at Large, Fat Nugs MagazineAlso Featured on Apt 113 Episode 15

Sydney Weiser, - Data Scientist, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, Neatleaf

Ryan Noll - Sales, Green Rooster Gourmets

Sebastion Good - Creator and Award-Winning Cultivator, 420 Fast Buds

Brett Puffenbarger - VP Marketing, Cannabis Division, Green Check Verified

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We're joined today by the CEO of Metrc, Michael Johnson.

Metrc is used as a state track and trace system for a majority of cannabis-friendly states.

Metrc’s system tracks cultivation from the mother to clone out through harvest onto manufacturing through the supply chain before finally recording the sale to customers.

They are a pivotal piece of cannabis compliance in the US.

Refocusing on the “customer” we discuss Metrc’s change of direction, the v2 API and much more along the way.

www.metrc.com

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We're joined today by the Chief Strategy Officer at Flow Gardens Indoor Cultivation, David Miller.

FlowGardens believes in cultivating health and happiness through premium quality cannabis.

With their indoor R&D cultivation facility in East Tennessee, They are changing the perception of the plant by educating customers on the wellness benefits across the entire spectrum of cannabinoids and creating some excellent flower.

Find out more at flowgardens.com

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For episode 41 we're joined today by the Co-Founder and CEO of ExstoBio, Juan Carlos Pacheco.

Stop guessing. Start treating. Rooted in science and developed under the highest standards, ExstoBio leverages the research of top scientists and the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to provide precision cannabinoid care.

Juan Carlos and his team are working to provide targeted cannabinoid research and education for doctors to advise accurately and confidently.

Find out more at exstobio.com

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We're joined by the Business Development Manager at Dispense, Jeremy Johnson.

Jeremy had a front-row seat to a few early dispensary e-comm/SEO experiences that he’s learned a lot from. We hear his story and learn a little more about

Dispense on this episode and discuss some points of the industry overall along the way.Dispense provides menu, SEO, Loyalty, Order Management and much more to dispensaries. They integrate with POS, Payments, Analytics and more to provide a seamless e-comm experience.

Find out more at dispenseapp.com

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We're joined by the Co-Founder of Dragonfly 44 Capital, Michael Brotherton.

Michael has a good perspective on the psychedelics industry and plenty to discuss around the space including the research focus at the core of psychedelics and potential healing possible for those in need. We discuss recreational use vs healing and touch on human optimization uses as well.

Dragonfly 44 Capital specializes in supporting the growth and development of the world’s strongest neuropsychiatry, mental healthcare, longevity, and wellness companies.

dragonfly44.capital

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We're joined today by Certified Ganjier and the Founder of Oklahoma's Cowboy Cup, Daniel Lewis.

The Cowboy Cup is Oklahoma's annual premier cannabis competition. The competition involves a group of selected cannabis judge’s who rate and review the entries of each category to declare the winners.

There’s no pay-to-play in this one folks, only quality products will take home the prize. From Indoor/Outdoor Flower to Edibles and Pre-Rolls blind judging will determine the best of the best.

This year the 5th Cowboy Cup will be taking place at the Exchange Center in Tulsa Dec 8th and 9th. Find out more and get tickets a

cowboycup.com

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We're joined today by Founder and CEO of FundCanna Adam Stettner, FundCanna is the leading source of debt capital to the cannabis industry.

The funding products offered are customizable, flexible, renewable and reliable, they’ve been designed exclusively for Cannabis operations and the ancillary companies that support the industry.

For more than 20 years, their team of financial experts has provided nearly $20 billion in funding to underserved businesses and individuals across the country.

Adam and Rob discuss the origins and details of FundCanna while digging into some Adam’s story including some fun tangents on leadership and tough decisions.

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