CSE's Grace Pedota is joined by Chris Jones, CEO of Cannabis Xpress to discuss his experience launching a new cannabis retail venture in the midst of the pandemic, and the recent steps he has taken to deliver his vision for a speedier and more efficient model of cannabis retail.  

Here's an overview of what Grace and Chris cover in this edition of the #HashtagFinance podcast:

0:35 - Introducing Chris Jones
3:20 - Trend-spotting during his time at Origin House
4:42 - Founding the Star Buds retail chain 
6:58 - Why he chose Barrie for his debut retail location
9:19 - Ontario's quick transition to virtual inspections
12:35 - Insights from his first retail launch
14:13 - Cannabis Xpress - focused on speed and efficiency 
18:28 - Who is the ideal customer for Cannabis Xpress?
20:47 - Drive through cannabis stores?
22:05 - Characteristics of cannabis 3.0
23:50 - How COVID has been positive for the cannabis industry
26:20 - Teaching 'cannabis' at post-secondary institutions
28:00 - Advice for new cannabis retailers

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