Real Money Talks

The cannabis industry is one of my favorite subjects, and it will be a regular topic on this show. Ben my partner in the cannabis industry is here to talk about how he went from being a corporate guy to operating a dispensary and more in this exciting new industry. We talk about some of the requirements and licensing details along with compliance of state and local jurisdictions. We also touch on hiring the right political consultants and understanding the ins and outs of creating a business that is scalable. We also talk about  the importance of giving back and helping the community. Show Notes [01:14] Ben has been fascinated by the industry in the last five years. He didn't know anything about it, but he kept getting pitched to. [02:07] He had a negative perception about marijuana and didn't know anything about it. Then he started learning about the medicinal benefits and was introduced to some opportunities in Colorado. [02:44] His first deal was in Colorado. He was first introduced through an attorne