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International Cannabis Markets to Watch in 2022

International Cannabis Markets to Watch in 2022

International cannabis markets are expanding and adult-use legalization is getting closer in many countries, particularly in Europe. Let’s take a closer look at some of the big cannabis markets around the world – beyond the United States and Canada – to watch in 2022.

How Patents Affect the Value of a Cannabis License and Investor Interest

How Patents Affect the Value of a Cannabis License and Investor Interest

One of the most effective ways to get the attention of investors is to offer something useful and unique to the market that isn’t easy to duplicate. Patents help you do it.

Cannacurio #53: Hemp License Trends in 2021

Cannacurio #53: Hemp License Trends in 2021

Cannabiz Media tracks every cannabis and hemp license that we can find. What’s been unique about hemp is how different states build out their licensing schemes. Trends to keep an eye on in 2022 include licensing at the retail hemp level as well as the growing role and influence of the Department of Agriculture.

Up and Coming U.S. Cannabis Markets and Issues to Watch in 2022 and Beyond

Up and Coming U.S. Cannabis Markets and Issues to Watch in 2022 and Beyond

All signs point to continued growth in the United States cannabis industry during 2022, specifically, in states where adult-use markets could open. Growth is expected to come despite the challenges businesses already operating in the legal cannabis industry are facing, including high taxes, compliance obstacles, regulatory problems, and the black market. 

Cannabis in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York: What’s Next?

Cannabis in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York: What’s Next?

Regulators in New Jersey are accepting cannabis license applications, and Connecticut is preparing to do so. New Yorkers will probably wait the longest for stores to open for sales.

Networking Tips for Cannabis Industry Professionals

Networking Tips for Cannabis Industry Professionals

Whether you want to find a job in the cannabis industry, launch a startup, find investors, or strengthen your business’ cannabis industry supply chain, effectively networking with other cannabis industry professionals can help you reach your goals.

Cannacurio #52: Dispensary & Retailer Leaderboard 2021 Wrap-up

Cannacurio #52: Dispensary & Retailer Leaderboard 2021 Wrap-up

Dispensaries and retailers have continued to come throughout 2021. 1,846 licenses were issued through August 2021, and the year ended with 2,602 licenses. Seven states issued a hundred or more licenses with Oklahoma keeping the crown for issuing the most dispensary licenses.

The Most Important Email Marketing KPIs You Should Track and Why

The Most Important Email Marketing KPIs You Should Track and Why

What key performance indicators (KPIs) should you be tracking to measure the success of your email marketing campaigns and learn the changes you should make to get better results? That’s a common question, but knowing what KPIs to track is just the first step when it comes to measuring email marketing success. You also need to understand why you’re tracking those KPIs, and how you can use the data to make informed decisions.

How Tom’s Tumbler Generated $100,000 in Sales from Direct Mail

How Tom’s Tumbler Generated $100,000 in Sales from Direct Mail

Tom’s Tumbler wanted to generate more orders for its trimmers than it was getting from its marketing investments, including its direct mail initiatives. Using the Cannabiz Media License Database, the team tested, narrowed its target audience, and improved its direct mail results, ultimately generating $100,000 in sales.

The Importance of Cannabis Product Innovation in 2022

The Importance of Cannabis Product Innovation in 2022

Cannabis product innovation is more important than ever in 2022 as the industry gets more competitive, new consumers enter the market, consumers get more educated about cannabis products, and they develop both product and brand preferences. 

How to Build a Remote Team for Your Cannabis Business

How to Build a Remote Team for Your Cannabis Business

Since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down most of the country for an extended period of time, the way many people work has changed. Remote work became the norm, and many employees don’t want to go back to working outside the home again. At the same time, a lot of employers have realized it’s more cost-effective and productive to have a remote team than they realized pre-pandemic. 

The Future of National Cannabis Brands

The Future of National Cannabis Brands

For the past several years, we’ve been watching the rise of cannabis brands, but as the industry inches closer to federal legalization, it won’t be long until we see full-scale national cannabis brands become part of our cultural lexicon – just like Coke, Uber, Amazon, and Google.

Cannacurio #51 - Who Applied for Ohio’s New Dispensary Licenses?

Cannacurio #51 - Who Applied for Ohio’s New Dispensary Licenses?

At the very end of 2021, the Ohio Board of Pharmacy received 1,462 applications for 73 dispensary licenses. The winners will be chosen by lottery in January 2022. Ohio is a limited license state and currently has 61 dispensaries around the state, so the addition of these news stores is significant and will assuredly be welcomed by the 231,165 registered patients in the state.

5 Ways the Cannabis Industry Will Change in 2022

5 Ways the Cannabis Industry Will Change in 2022

Legal cannabis sales in the United States during 2021 hit $37.4 billion. In 2022, we’ll not only see legal sales increase, but we’ll also see some other much-needed changes. Let’s take a closer look at five of these important changes that should happen in the next 12 months.

How to Learn about State Cannabis Laws and Licensing Rules

How to Learn about State Cannabis Laws and Licensing Rules

There are a number of websites that keep updated information about state cannabis laws and rules. That means you don’t necessarily have to visit each state’s regulatory websites and read through pages and pages of legal code to get the information you need.

Cannabiz Media Client Spotlight – ePAC Flexible Packaging

Cannabiz Media Client Spotlight – ePAC Flexible Packaging

Cannabiz Media recently spoke with Ryan Kiley, Director of Market Development at ePAC Flexible Packaging, to learn about how he and his team use the Cannabiz Media License Database to support their sales and business development initiatives.

Cannabis Business Resolutions for 2022

Cannabis Business Resolutions for 2022

Now is the time to set your plans and make your resolutions for the next 12 months. Here are five important cannabis business resolutions for 2022 that you should consider as you develop your goals and strategies to reach those goals this year.

Looking Ahead to the Cannabis Industry in 2022

Looking Ahead to the Cannabis Industry in 2022

Continued growth is expected in the cannabis industry in 2022, but there are still obstacles to overcome and questions that need to be answered. As the final days of 2021 tick by, let’s take a look at some of the trends and expectations that people working in and with the legal cannabis industry see coming in the coming year.

How Technology is Changing Cannabis Delivery

How Technology is Changing Cannabis Delivery

There are four types of cannabis delivery where technology plays a significant role in improving efficiencies, security, tracking, customer satisfaction, and ultimately, profits for businesses. Let’s take a closer look at each and the innovative technologies that are redefining delivery as we know it.

Cannacurio #50 - Is Cannabis Having Its Romaine Lettuce Moment?

Cannacurio #50 - Is Cannabis Having Its Romaine Lettuce Moment?

At Cannabiz Media we have a unique view as to what is happening at the state level and across state lines. One trend we have spotted in the last quarter is the increase in product recalls, often tied to testing results.