Sean Kelly speaks with Suresh Khanna, a former tech industry executive with an impressive tenure at Google, has now embarked on an exhilarating journey into the cannabis space, where he envisions vast opportunities similar to the dot-com bubble, which proliferated available venture capital and market valuations.

Suresh has recently taken on the position of President and COO at Treez, the leading retail technology company in the cannabis industry. Drawing from his diverse career background, Suresh aims to empower and train managers, ignite a thriving corporate culture, and unveil Treez as the dominant force in cannabis retail technology. He envisions Treez collaborating with new investors and prominent retailers to elevate the cannabis industry to new heights.

Suresh's journey from the tech industry to the cannabis world offers a unique perspective on the parallels between these groundbreaking sectors. 

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Discussing Blue 42 Organics, CTE, Cannabis and The Georgia Hemp Crop with Henry Ostaszewski with Blue 42 Organics & Blue 42 Market, and the Co-founder of Creative Soul.

Henry and Joe Ostaszewski played football for many years, ultimately competing at the highest levels in college football and the NFL. Despite all the victories, the glory, and the memories, competition at this level comes at a cost. For many players, these costs don't make themselves known until years after the glory days are over. Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is just one of the many devastating long-term effects that may result from a career in high-intensity sports like football. Joe and Henry both have first-hand experience with CTE. Over the years, the Ostaszewski brothers have watched helplessly as teammates have suffered from debilitating mental health and physical complications. The most devastating cases even resulted in death from aggressive brain cancers, ALS, or suicide.

The reason Henry and Joe became so excited about the CBD industry years ago is that full-spectrum CBD plant extracts anecdotally show promise. For example, many people find that consuming high-quality, full-spectrum CBD can lead to improved sleep, reduced anxiety, muscle and joint pain relief, and other quality of life improvements. Regular CBD usage has anecdotally made a difference in the lives of the Blue 42 Organics team, and we are excited about new studies and research being conducted in today's world of CBD remedies. We are on the cusp of a new age of discovery in the field of wellness and therapy, and this particular plant extract is at the forefront of this new and exciting research.

Blue 42 Organics is humbled and proud to have been afforded the opportunity to forge partnerships with the very best in the industry. We have partnered with Ph.D. scientists for research, independent third-party testers for quality assurance, and sustainable supply chain solutions in order to bring our customers the best All-American, organically grown, full-spectrum CBD in a responsible way.

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Grassroots Marketing spotlights Storz and Bickel and the Venty, Made with German Engineering with Jurgen Bickel, the Co-founder of Storz and Bickel.

We discuss with Jurgen about Venty, the new dry-herb vape they have announced, plus the significant new features on the Venty, compared to their previous products. We also discuss the new recreational cannabis market in Germany.

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Grassroots Marketing spotlights the Struggles of a Social Equity Cannabis Startup with Jeff Similien, CEO of Lowkey Dispensary. 

Lowkey Dispensary recently filed a lawsuit against a former business partner whom they claim allegedly conducted business in a fashion that caused corruption and embezzlement.

Lowkey proudly stocks Method Man’s brand, TICAL, and introduces Neighborhood Strains an exclusive line of strains named after Boston neighborhoods, each embodying the unique spirit of its community. 

• A campaign covering ten out of the twenty-three communities in Boston. As a nod to the city's rich diversity, Lowkey Dispensary has also launched a new T-shirt line, available for pre-order via drop ship.
• The first two strains to hit the shelves are the Dorchester Diesel and Mattapan Blue Hill Dreams. 
• Dorchester Diesel, a potent Sativa, boasts a distinctive blend of GG4 Sour Diesel and Muddy Waters, delivering heavy gas with a sour diesel hint on the exhale. Perfect for maintaining productivity and sparking creativity, this strain pays homage to the dynamic Dorchester neighborhood.
• Mattapan Blue Hill Dreams is a hybrid of Blueberry Pie and Sandalwood, infused with Muddy Waters. With its blue hue buds and a mix of heavy gas and orange hairs, this strain reflects the cultural vibrancy of Mattapan. The neighborhood, known for its diverse mix of Caribbean, African American, and Haitian cultures, comes alive in every puff.

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We discuss Cannabis Transportation, Home Delivery and Security Measures with Talaria Transportation CEO Ari Raptis.

Ari is the founder and visionary behind Talaria.He is a serial entrepreneur with over 15 years in logistics and business management leading the company with a wide range of real-world experience. With a specialized focus in secure logistics, his business background and leadership skills make him an integral part of Talaria and our community outreach efforts. Ari has been an advocate for the industry and is regarded as one of the industry's leading voices for reliable and safe logistics in the cannabis industry.

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We hear the story of Zen Cannabis Special Projects Manager Evan Senn and her story transitioning from her background in Art and Design to managing Special Projects for Zen Cannabis.

We also hear about Zen Cannabis' Innovative Chocolate Line: Elevating Indulgence and offer products to give a relaxing journey to inner bliss.

Evan is a writer, editor and professor who splits her time between Southern California and North Carolina. She has most recently taught Art History at Laguna College of Art and Design, California State University, Fullerton and was the most recent Curator for Golden West College Art Gallery. She has worked in the Media & Communications department for Laguna Creative Ventures, and has worked as an independent PR consultant and publicist for artists. She is the former Editor-In-Chief of Culture Magazine and Inland Empire Weekly, and was the Assistant Editor for YAY! LA Mag, Publisher’s Assistant for Artillery Magazine, and in 2010 she co-founded the independent arts journal, Rogue Arts. Her Master’s Thesis and first published book, Cement Sanctuary: Contemporary Street Art in Los Angeles (2012) has helped establish her as an expert in contemporary street art and alternative and underground art movements. 

Evan has contributed to a number of books on art, including TMRWLND: The Secret Stays Unknown - The Art of Dereck Seltzer & Tina St. Claire (2016), Seeing the Invisible (2015), Yarn Bombing 18th Street, and many art catalogues. In 2013, Evan was an Artist-in-Residence at Grand Central Art Center, during which she produced a documentary called Life of a [Female] Artist with Ingrid Reeve. She has contributed as an arts writer for KCET Artbound, OC Art Blog, ArtVoices, OC Register, OCR Magazine, Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, Art and Cake, Artillery Magazine, Local Arts, Beauty & Wellness Magazine, Laika, Unite4:Good, and E-VOLVED Magazine. Past publications also include ArtScene, Juxtapoz, and Art Ltd.

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Grassroots Marketing discusses changing the Perception of Cannabis and Plant Medicine with David Kooi, CEO and co-founder at Jointly.

We discuss the possibilities of imagining a new perception of normalizing cannabis into plant medicine or plant wellness to the mainstream. We also compare and contrast the same scenario with psychedelics.

We also learn about "Spark", the world's first AI assistant for purposeful cannabis consumption, and for the chance to author the Theory of Purposeful Cannabis Consumption.

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We discuss the Netaleaf Spyder and The Future of Cannabis Cultivation with the CEO of Neatleaf, Elmar Mair.

The Neatleaf Spyder is a first-of-its-kind autonomous robotic platform that exceeds the capabilities of the human eye or any static sensor, generating millions of data points every day and translating these into simple and actionable insights, bringing the latest advances in machine learning and agronomy to the fingertips of growers.

Neatleaf has offices in San Francisco and Munich and is working with some of the industry's leading brands.

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Grassroots Marketing talks to the creators of Zen Leaf Roller, Bill Beauclair and John Allen. The Zen Leaf Rolling Tool provides a unique opportunity for individuals who are new to hand-rolling cigarettes and seek a discreet, personal journey of self-improvement encompassing mental, physical, and spiritual growth.

With this tool in hand, beginners can embark on a transformative process that extends beyond the mere act of rolling cigarettes. 

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Grassroots Marketing speaks with Leili Fatehi (One of the chief architects of Minnesota’s cannabis legalization policy) and Laura Moon-Ginsburg, Partners and Principals of Blunt Strategies.

Leili Fatehi’s multidisciplinary background has established her as a leading innovative and effective strategist at the nexus of politics, policy and industry development. Her adept understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks, combined with her relationship-building and negotiating skills, were at the helm of the MN is Ready campaign that culminated in the 2023 legislative approval of adult-use cannabis in Minnesota.

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