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👋 Welcome to 🍃 The Budding Entrepreneur, the only newsletter for hemp retailers who want to connect, learn, and achieve their goals together. 📈
Our story
15 years in business, a decade in consulting, and four years in the trenches with hemp retailers like you – I've seen a lot of market shifts, but not quite one like this,
This 🌿 THCA ban? It’s been a triple whammy to our industry
📉 dwindling sales
🤼 staffing woes
👮 ever-shifting regulatory landscape.
Maybe you can relate?
You’re showing up every week. You’re buying the latest products. You’re posting on social media and recruiting the best talent. But something still feels off - less customers, less spending, less hope for the future of your business.
I’ve understand the problems you’re up against - I’ve faced them firsthand
For the past four years, I've consulted with hemp retailers across many states, helping businesses achieve significant growth and industry recognition.
In a world full of Goliaths, I find the David’s - and help them adapt, overcome and succeed in business.
I helped clinch "Best Vape Shop in Atlanta" two years running - that wasn't magic, it was strategy. Now, we're going to use that same strategic approach to help you not just survive, but thrive.
Mission
It’s been an unforgettable ride, but our journey is just beginning - I realized the need for a dedicated resource for hemp retailers.
We’re here to empower you with the knowledge and tools to need to succeed, contribute to economic growth, and responsibly serve your customers.
Good employees are jumping ship for more stable industries. This newsletter, and the media company we’re launching alongside it, are designed to address these very challenges head-on.
This isn't just a newsletter; it's a community - it’s a movement, a resource hub, and a catalyst for economic growth.
We believe that by working together, we can overcome the challenges posed by the THCA ban and build a successful future for the hemp industry.
Why Hemp? A Vision for Equality and Disruption
We believe the hemp industry has the potential to be more than just a profitable market - It's an opportunity to:
Providing pathways to entrepreneurship and economic empowerment for a wider range of individuals
Disrupt the monopoly that alcohol has held for too long in the entertainment and social space.
Fight back against the status quo of wealth inequality
Hemp offers a healthier, more sustainable alternative, and I'm excited to be part of this movement.
What You'll Find Here
The Budding Entrepreneur is designed to be your one-stop shop for everything you need to know to succeed in the hemp retail business.
Each week, you'll receive a newsletter packed with:
Industry Trends: Stay ahead of the curve with the latest news and regulations impacting the Georgia hemp industry, including CBD, delta-8, and other hemp-derived products.
Growth Strategies: Discover proven tactics to grow and scale your business. Learn to work on it , not in it.
Economic Analysis: Gain valuable insights into consumer behavior, market demand, and the economic impact of the hemp industry within Georgia.
Community Spotlights: Meet and network with other cannabis entrepreneurs
Expert Advice: Benefit from my decades of experience with practical tips and actionable advice to help you optimize your business operations and maximize your profitability.
We cover the full spectrum of the hemp industry, from smoke shops and CBD stores to wellness centers and even convenience stores selling hemp products.
Sample Issues We'll Tackle:
Here are just a few examples of the content we'll be delivering:
1. "Beyond THCA: Exploring Alternative Cannabinoids & Product Lines"
2. "The Employee Retention Playbook: Building a Winning Team in a Volatile Market"
3. "Decoding Hemp Laws: A Retailer's Guide to Compliance"
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