The Mary Jane Society Podcast

Holly Teegarden is a former marketing executive turned cannabis entrepreneur. Her first endeavor was in 2019 with a brick-and-mortar store focused on CBD wellness in Pittsburgh, PA. She then launched cannabis-focused wellness retreats for women over the age of 35+, mainly for the canna-curious, to introduce them to the wellness benefits of cannabis in the form of a relaxing retreat. So far, she has launched in four states from the Midwest to the East Coast. 

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The Mary Jane Society is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a marketer and publicist specializing in the ca...

Dr. Dedi Meiri heads the Laboratory of Cancer and Cannabinoid Research at Technion, Israel's highly regarded Institute of Technology. He comes from a highly diverse scientific background in biochemistry, plant biotechnology, and cancer and has about 50 research scientists working under him. 

We discuss the complexities of the endocannabinoid system and Dr. Meiri's painstaking work to document numerous combinations of cannabinoids to determine which ones unlock specific receptors to treat diseases like cancer. Does the endocannabinoid system hold the answers to understanding how cancer works in the body and how to destroy it? 

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Robert Head served over five years in the Army, including on the front lines of Iraq. In 2016, he entered the cannabis industry and bought a farm in Maine to cultivate cannabis. Robert has also devoted his time to helping communities understand that cannabis plays a big role in the veteran's healing process through events and speaking engagements. In late 2022, he and another veteran, Todd Scattini, founded the non-profit,  Hemp for Victory to bring attention to the need for plant medicine to heal our veterans.

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Tara Misu, a NJ native, has been kicking around cannabis industry for 15 years. She is the owner of the edibles company Blazin' Bakery, known for its brownie mix with the right formulation for making DIY pot brownies. The company previously sold at Spencer Gift Stores across the country, but is focusing on the cannabis edibles market now.

Tara has studied extraction science in California and Colorado and is about to open the doors to her manufacturing facility, Alchemy Green, so that she can continue to innovate with cannabis edibles.

She is raising funds on MainInvest, an invest...

Today, we are talking SEO with Samuel Fisher from Green Dispensary Marketing. Sam and his team help dispensaries manage their online web presence and build traffic-generating assets. Sam explains why you should dump WeedMaps and Leafly. Green Dispensary Marketing will help maximize your traffic and ensure it converts to sales.

The Mary Jane Society is produced and hosted by Pam Chmiel, a marketer and publicist specializing in the cannabis industry. Get in touch to discuss your business strategy or explore working together at pam@TheMaryJaneSociety.com.

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Lisa Haag has been a journalist and public advocate for cannabis rights in Germany since 2017, and is often seen on stage at B2B events throughout Europe because of her in-depth knowledge of the industry. She publishes Krautinvest, an online B2B magazine that reports on cannabis policies, global news, social justice, scientific medical research, and interviews with industry experts. Her business consulting company, MJ Universe GmbH, helps companies navigate the European cannabis ecosystem through her team of experts.

Lisa gives us insights into the current opportunities in the German cannabis market. 

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Meet Kirsten Velasco, the inventor of VapeNProp. One of the first cannabis-themed products to enter the promotional products category. It's a vape pen accessory that holds your pen upright to keep it safe from leaks, clogs, and dropping and breaking.

Kirstin is running out of the gate with Curaleaf as her first customer. They are celebrating 420 by giving away VapeNProps as gifts in their Ohio, North Dakota, PA, and Illinois stores.

Kirsten talks about her journey in inventing, designing, and launching VapeNProp.

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Jamie Pearson is known for leading the West Coast-infused chocolate bar brand Bhang for five years as CEO. She is now the founder and CEO of The New Holland Group and has her eyes set on Europe. Now that Germany has opened the spigot and legalized cannabis, she is using her proven expertise to help others navigate global opportunities.

Jamie is a regular speaker at the cannabis B2B conferences sweeping the EU as global entrepreneurs descend on Europe. She gives us insight into the discussions taking place and where she is bullish on the EU cannabis...

Cherissa Jackson is a 23-year veteran of the Air Force as an officer and nurse who has seen combat three times in Iraq and Afghanistan. 

She is now the Founder and CEO of WeDecode. It provides DNA testing to determine deficiencies in a person's endocannabinoid system and match cannabis products that will help them achieve homeostasis. Many apps are available that track consumer experience with specific cannabis products, but identifying deficiencies in a person's endocannabinoid system is a game-changer and the future of precision cannabis medicine. 

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Kieve works with US cannabis companies to expand their product line to Latin America. He shares market insights and which country in South America he is the most bullish on for brand expansion. He got his start in the cannabis industry in California with the launch of Heavy Grass, a portfolio of pre-roll brands. He expanded the product line into Mexico, built relationships throughout Latin America, and is a frequent guest speaker at B2B Conferences in Mexico and Columbia. 

Kieve Huffman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kievehuffman/ 

Engager Global: www.kievehuffman.com

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