In this episode of Roots to Risk, hosts Eric Schneider and Isaac Bock sit down with Willie McKenzie, a family man, and the CEO and Co-founder of Left Coast Holdings, a vertically integrated cannabis business based in Michigan. 

Willie is also the founder of the Elite Cannabis Operators Mastermind Community, a vibrant network of cannabis entrepreneurs supporting both plant-touching and ancillary businesses in building profitable enterprises. 

Willie shares his journey from starting as a legacy operator in California in 2006 to establishing a significant presence in the regulated market. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of transitioning between markets, the importance of community among operators, and the strategies for maintaining a lean and profitable business. 

Willie also offers insights into the current state of the cannabis industry, the impact of potential regulatory changes, and the need for better enforcement at the state level. Tune in for an authentic and informative conversation about the evolving landscape of cannabis entrepreneurship.