The American retail sector is experiencing a structural shift and redefining how consumer packaged goods brands and retailers approach advertising and marketing. Advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and the internet of things are fueling the rise of “smart stores,” bridging the gap between online and in-store shopping. From AI-powered shopping assistants and scan-to-shop technology to holographic …
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Black History Month is a time for everyone to learn and celebrate the Black community in an uplifting way. The month of February is dedicated to remembering the past while also looking towards the future. It’s important to acknowledge the rich history and the promising future of Black individuals across the country. According to the Association for the …
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Welcome to the ultimate guide to green and clean cannabis in the Big Apple. From organic cultivation practices to innovative eco-friendly packaging, these brands are redefining how we think about cannabis consumption. Let’s explore how we can indulge while helping the Earth breathe a little easier. https://theemeraldmagazine.com/6-eco-friendly-cannabis-brands-making-a-difference-in-new-york/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=MAG%20November%2013%202024&utm_medium=email
Women’s representation is transforming the cannabis industry, and New York is leading the way with a range of women-led brands. As of May 2024, 42% of recent social and economic equity cannabis businesses licensed by the state’s Office Cannabis Management are women-owned. These entrepreneurs are reshaping the industry, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that elevate the …
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Krishna follows the Green Rush to Colorado, meeting families who’ve relocated to seek medical pot and starry-eyed ganjapreneurs trying to strike gold in America’s Marijuana Mecca. This episode of Weediquette first aired on VICE TV in 2016. Weed laws in the US have since changed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZrwgCE01Zg
The legal cannabis industry is thriving in the U.S., reaching its highest-ever number of jobs and sales, a new report shows. Vangst, a cannabis industry job platform, found that at the beginning of the year, there were 440,445 full-time-equivalent jobs in the legal cannabis industry—a 5.4 percent increase from 2023. Annual sales of legal marijuana, recreational and medical, …
According to Marijuana Business Daily, approximately 81% of cannabis business owners or founders are white. Only 4% are Black-owned. Why do state programs continue to favor white, wealthy entrepreneurs, while those who have long favored cannabis’ healing powers continue to be arrested at extremely disproportionate rates? The War on Drugs has left deep wounds in the cannabis …
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On a recent weekend, fans of Mike Tyson, one of the greatest boxers ever, lined up by the hundreds at dispensaries in New York for a chance to meet him and to support his latest business move: selling weed in his home state. With the recent release of his Tyson 2.0 line, Mr. Tyson, 57, …
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Arend Richard’s vision to turn marijuana consumption into a sophisticated experience is taking shape. Zoom in: Across the street from a sex shop, a few doors down from a tattoo studio and just a block away from a dispensary, the Cirrus Social Club promises something new. State of play: The social club, which took over a martial arts studio …
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Tourists and locals alike may soon be able to dine on tapas, sip cannabis-infused cocktails and spark a joint all while chilling under a chandelier made of bongs or taking pictures near a retro phone booth entryway. It’s a snapshot of what Planet 13 plans to create for what company officials say will be one of …
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