The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra

Ep#294 Ryan Dills: A Deep Dive into the Science, Culture, and Business of Cannabis


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Ryan Dills is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in various industries. He has been the Managing Partner at The Georgia Hemp Company since January 2018, where he plays a pivotal role in driving the company's success in the hemp industry.


In addition, Ryan is the Co-Founder of RyJo LLC, a venture he established in October 2017. As a Co-Founder, he brings his entrepreneurial expertise to the table, guiding the company towards growth and innovation.


Before his current role, Ryan was the Executive Vice President at GreenPlumbers USA, contributing to the organization's water and energy conservation initiatives. His tenure spanned over a decade, from June 2013 to the present, and saw him operating in various locations such as Bend, Oregon, Los Angeles, CA, and Atlanta, GA.


Ryan's passion for the CBD industry led him to serve as the VP of Sales at Halcyon Organics from November 2016 to October 2017, where he focused on CBD product distribution and raising awareness.


Earlier in his career, Ryan gained valuable experience as a Financial Analyst at Property Management Associates, where he honed his analytical skills and contributed to the company's financial operations for over six years.


With a diverse professional background and a track record of success, Ryan Dills brings a wealth of expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to the organizations he serves. In addition, his passion for sustainable practices and the hemp industry positions him as a valuable leader in the evolving landscape of business and conservation.


Ryan Dills pursued his education at Western Carolina University, where he earned his degree. 


Ways to Connect with Ryan:

  • Website: http://www.thegeorgiahempcompany.com/

  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/GeorgiaHempCo

  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegahempco/

  • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLrqyjeDKD4YQG_GaN3hsGA

  • Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rdills88/

  • Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGeorgiaHempCompany/

  • Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandills/

  • Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-georgia-hemp-company/about/


  • Full show notes here: https://episodes.thegaspodcast.com/b/ryan-dills


    What’s in this podcast episode?

    00:00 Intro

    02:03 Who is our guest, and what is his business

    02:56 Why is their business unique, whom are they helping, and who's their target market

    04:23 What is in this industry that encourages them to start the business

    06:02 What kind of company does the company fit in

    06:52 How long has the business been in operation

    07:18 His favorite part of their journey

    08:36 How they help educate society about their business

    10:16 Their main hurdle while building the business

    13:12 Some of the challenges they face in marketing cannabis on social media

    14:27 The advice he can give to people trying to figure out the next stage of the business growth.

    16:42 Opportunities they might have that other people aren't seeing

    19:03 People that inspire and motivate him to keep growing the business

    20:59 His view on ego and how to respond to roadblocks along the way

    22:03 Where to follow Ryan and know more about his business


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