Cannabis Insider

In this episode of Cannabis Insider, Pato and Abbey interview Kim Rael, the co-founder and CEO of Azuca, a company revolutionizing the edible cannabis scene. Kim shares her journey from the tech and venture capital world to the cannabis industry, driven by her passion for wellness. Azuca's formulations solve the problems of taste, predictability, and onset time in edibles, making them more enjoyable and effective. Kim also discusses the role of women in the cannabis industry and the need for more representation and support. She shares exciting innovations on the horizon for Azuca, including a process called Whole Plant Activator and a super activator. Kim emphasizes the importance of staying agile in the evolving cannabis landscape and highlights the need for regulatory changes, such as rescheduling cannabis and getting rid of 280e. Listeners can find more information about Azuca on their website and connect with Kim on LinkedIn.

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Kim Rael, CEO - Azuca

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Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga

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Tommy Chong, the iconic actor, comedian, and musician, discusses his current focus on becoming one of the richest men in the world. He talks about the financial opportunities in the cannabis industry and the positive impact of his products. Tommy Chong also shares his experiences with advertising on Twitter and his views on cannabis legalization. He discusses the upcoming documentary about his journey with Cheech and Chong and his plans for future movies. Tommy Chong emphasizes the importance of money in changing the world and shares his preferred method of consuming marijuana.

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Welcome to Cannabis Insider! We're bringing you the latest news and updates from the cannabis industry, as well as exclusive interviews with top executives and industry leaders!

Takeaways:

-ESOPs offer a way for cannabis companies to navigate tax challenges, such as Section 280E, by allowing them to pay zero federal and state taxes.

-ESOPs provide significant cash flow advantages for cannabis companies, as they can allocate the money that would have been paid in taxes to other areas of the business.

-ESOPs benefit employees by increasing job security, incentivizing them to stay with the company, and providing opportunities for wealth accumulation.

-The adoption of ESOPs in the cannabis industry is still relatively low due to a lack of awareness and misconceptions about their complexity and applicability.
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Darren Gleeman, Managing Partner - MBO Ventures

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Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga

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Welcome to Cannabis Insider! We're bringing you the latest news and updates from the cannabis industry, as well as exclusive interviews with top executives and industry leaders!

Takeaways:

-The cannabis market is expected to recover in 2024, with potential legal shifts such as rescheduling and safe banking playing a significant role.

-Challenges in the cannabis industry include high taxes, regulatory issues, and slower growth in mature states.

-Opportunities for growth in the cannabis industry are expected in nascent states and for companies with significant EBITDA.

-Investors and entrepreneurs should take advantage of the current market conditions and consider investing in strong companies or preparing for acquisitions.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Highway 33 Capital Advisory

02:04 The Current State of the Cannabis Market

04:00 Challenges and Opportunities in the Cannabis Industry

07:09 The Unlikelihood of Safe Banking Act

08:07 The Impact of Rescheduling on Valuations and M&A Activity

12:57 Promising Opportunities for Growth in Different States and Market Segments

17:21 Key Takeaway for Cannabis Investors and Entrepreneurs

19:41 Conclusion and Closing Remarks

Featured Guest(s):

Cam Horan, Managing Partner - Highway 33 Capital

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Patricio Liddle, Cannabis Writer - Benzinga

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