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29 days till the 2nd Annual Midwest Cannabis HR Leadership Summit taking place in the West Loop of Chicago on Wednesday June 17 and I can hardly contain myself. This event is free to attend for HR professionals and executive operators from the cannabis industry who are interested in building a human capital strategy that works within their organization. If you are interested in attending please reach out to me, a member of the FlowerHire team, or one of our wonderful sponsors for information. People are the biggest reason why companies win or lose in any industry and the unique human capital challenges of the cannabis industry have inspired us to create a powerful lineup of content at the summit designed to give actionable insights, information, and data to empower HR to be strategic within their organizations for the betterment of companies and their employees. Cannabis is the perfect opportunity in today's world to have a career where purpose fuels productivity. Why should you be there? 👏 not 1 , but 2 marquee keynote speakers from the light industrial and the fast casual space 👏 Breakout sessions led by HR leaders from the cannabis industry on retention, building effective HR teams, labor relations and investigations, executive compensation, succession planning, data & AI, L & D and more 👏 The event is free for HR professionals thanks to our wonderful sponsors 👏 You deserve to experience a room full of peers sharing what works and what hasn't 👏 CEC's towards your certification requirements Thanks again to our sponsors who believe in the vision for this event and put their hard earned treasure towards the event. Paragon Payroll, Inc. intellicents Lockton Würk Seed Talent @engin Trion Solutions, Inc. Trust Integritas Brian McVicker, SHRM-HCMQA Tom Krusic, CFP®, CPC, AIF® Clarke Lyons Joe Spallina, CSFS® Jillian DeHerrera Leah Haselhorst Kurt Kaufmann Sloane B. Daniel Guth Daniel Russell, Sr. Jewell Lim Esposito, Esq. Zach E.

Less than a month our from IgniteIt's Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago (June 14-16)!! This was one of the most impactful events I attended last year and I can't wait to be back! If you haven't gotten a ticket yet, use our signup link below to register and save: https://lnkd.in/gVkXzpTS. Or use code: FLOWERHIRE20 at checkout. That week, we are also hosting a Cannabis HR Leadership summit in Chicago. This full-day experience brings together forward-thinking HR leaders to collaborate, exchange insights, and build meaningful relationships with peers who understand the complexities of operating in a highly regulated, rapidly evolving space. This summit is designed to equip you with the strategies and tools to lead confidently at the highest level. Please reach out if you are interested in attending or sending your HR leader to the event! *Attendance qualifies for SHRM re-certification credits. See you soon Chicago!!! FlowerHire #cannabisevents #cannabisconference #cannabisjobs

Just spent an intense 36 hours in Hudson, New York, at the Buyers Club event. The New York market currently feels abundant, with most folks confidently focused on opportunities ahead. Significant brand activations aimed to capture the attention of the 1,100 registered retail buyers in attendance. Despite the busy atmosphere, there was ample space to navigate. New York State's vast geography, coupled with the dominance of mom-and-pop retail stores, makes events like this an excellent opportunity for real business transactions. New retailers are opening weekly, allowing new brands to make a notable impact. A huge shout out to all the dedicated individuals in the booths working hard—so many impressive people. I felt fortunate to participate in this community and proud of the work the FlowerHire team has accomplished in the New York market so far. We have happy clients and candidates, making impactful hires and fostering genuine gratitude. Hearing testimonials about my team's influence on lives, relationships, and businesses truly resonates, especially as the CEO of a remote, distributed, and highly experienced team. The event was filled with familiar faces, including individuals from the West Coast who are all in on New York, and clients from Massachusetts, Colorado, and Florida, all excited to pursue their dreams. Local brands and out-of-state companies are actively orchestrating their strategies. Right now is special. There is an abundance in this market, and it has the potential to compete with California by this time next year.

Spring is full on in the world and what that means for the cannabis industry is that it is event season. A time to get out there in the world and make it happen. These are all events I will be at before Summer. Who am I going to see? 😊 This week I will be heading to Hudson, NY for ON THE REVEL's Buyer's Club. This sold out event features brands & retailers from New York 's exploding supply chain. 😊 Then its off to Kansas City for MoCannTrade (Missouri Cannabis Trade Association) Trade's q2 member meetup. Missouri has been a great market the last few years and this event brings the operators to one place. MoCann is the biggest market without a strong public MSO presence so still flies under the radar a bit. 😊 Then it is Chicago for the IgniteIt Cannabis team 's flagship capital markets conference. There is a high concentration of real people getting things done at this event and it is worth going to get a pulse and do business. 😊 The FlowerHire Midwest HR Leadership Summit is the day after IgniteIT in Chicago's West Loop. West Loop, so hot right now. HR leaders from scores of cannabis operators will be present for year 2 of this Summit. Not to mention the entire FlowerHire team.

I am honored and ECSTATIC to be chosen as a Community Supporter and Judge for the third annual Best in Grass competition here in Michigan. As a proud Michigander, it's been tough at times to watch what's happened over the past couple of years to the Michigan Cannabis market with price compression, mass recalls, and new taxes making it tougher every day for the hard-working and talented cannabis workers to operate and scale the way they should be able to in one of the country's top cannabis markets. But there is a reason the word "GRIT" is commonly used to describe our state and our people (and our football team 🦁 ), and it's time to showcase the work and time that's been put in by our community and the top notch products they continue to cultivate and produce day in and day out for the cannabis connoisseurs and every day consumers around this beautiful Mitten State. Mark Kazinec and his team have cultivated something truly special with this competition and award show. The ability they have to assemble the top brands and products into these Kits, and the authenticity of every day consumers from around the state being able to give real feedback that's not bought behind closed doors is what set's this team and competition apart from the rest. Kits go live TOMORROW. Can't wait to pick mine up and get in the weeds ( 😎 ) of whatever category is chosen for me. There are so many great brands here in Michigan that i've been wanting to try and i'm excited to see who's bringing the heat 🔥 🌳 😤 If you're interested in being a judge this year be sure to get to your local supporting dispensary as soon as they open tomorrow for your chance to have your voice heard and your favorite brands recognized with what is in my opinion a trophy that is rivaled only by the Stanley Cup. Now if only our beloved Red Wings could get back to winning those... Happy Judging!

Two weeks, two different states, and a shared positive sentiment. Recently, I traveled to Boston for NECANN, where I served as the MC for a meetup of HR leaders in the cannabis industry, and to Cincinnati for IgniteIT. Both events successfully brought together real people to foster business connections. Notably, both states appeared to be in a better position than during my last visit in 2025. In Boston, the mood remained upbeat despite the recent rescheduling announcement. While it didn't spark overwhelming enthusiasm, the discussions surrounding Bill H.3530 generated significant positivity. This bill raised the daily purchase limit, increased the number of stores under single ownership to six, and allowed for enhanced marketing efforts. The market seems to have stabilized after years of challenges, with operators who have adapted to leaner operations and steady cash flow thriving. It's impressive to see many original vertical medical operators still going strong, maintaining that local, small business feel. Meanwhile, some multi-state operators have also found success in Massachusetts, generating substantial wholesale revenue. The craft cannabis scene remains vibrant, supported by a strong "homegrow" culture. Additionally, the growth of neighboring markets from New York to Maine has created opportunities for regional multi-state operators, with many brands focusing along the I-95 corridor. However, a looming ballot initiative to repeal the entire adult-use program adds an element of uncertainty. In Ohio, the positivity stemmed from different developments. Progress in the cannabis sector has been slow, but more adult-use retail doors are finally opening. Retailers aiming for six or more stores are nearing that goal, with revenues from the state’s adult-use program steadily increasing. The state has taken action against the hemp industry, with enforcement of the hemp ban beginning to take shape. Customers are also benefiting from a wider range of available products, including the introduction of prerolls. Cincinnati's proximity to Kentucky added excitement to the event, as Kentucky is actively expanding its market, with significant investments pouring into the state. Next up, New York City