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Kevin Murphy on Overcoming Legislative Challenges in US CannabisIn this special episode of #HashtagFinance, Kevin Murphy, CEO and Founder of Acreage Holdings (CSE:ACRG.U), joins James Black to discuss what the upcoming House vote on the SAFE Banking Act could mean for US cannabis (2:44), how the growing acceptance of cannabis as a valid medicinal product has impacted the company (5:45), and the progress that has resulted from Acreage’s alignment with Canopy Growth (9:18). Listen until the end to learn more about the remaining challenges for cannabis in th...- Robert Weakley on Bringing Food Science to Cannabis EdiblesRobert Weakley, CEO and Co-Founder of Indus Holdings, joins Barrington Miller to talk about the reasons why he switched from the food and hospitality industry to cannabis edibles (2:01), what Indus learned being the only licensed cannabis manufacturer in California for two years (8:51), and the company’s strategic move into other US states (15:29). Listen until the end to learn about the regulatory differences between Northern and Southern California, for Robert’s opinion on federal legalizat...
- Paul Pedersen on Evolving Edibles with Advanced Extraction TechnologyPaul Pedersen, CEO and Co-Founder of Nextleaf Solutions (CSE:OILS), joins Phillip Shum to discuss why the company decided to enter the cannabis space with a focus on cannabinoid extraction in lieu of plant production (1:12), what the upcoming Canadian legalization of edibles and concentrates means for Nextleaf (3:59), and the methods they use to turn dry biomass into standardized THC and CBD molecules for infused products (5:50). Listen until the end to hear how the company is taking a leader...
- Neil Seeman on Generating Actionable Insights with Incalculable Amounts of DataNeil Seeman, Founder and CEO of RIWI Corp. (CSE:RIW), joins James Black to discuss how RIWI generates actionable insights via global trend tracking and predictive analysis, or "big data" (1:26), the company’s efforts to track consumer sentiment in China (5:34), and the challenges and opportunities that come with being a publicly-listed technology company (14:43). Listen until the end to hear how they use machine learning to evaluate the veracity of their data, for Neil’s thoughts on the new r...
- Robert Galarza on Bringing Blockchain into the Cannabis WorldRobert Galarza, CEO and Director of TruTrace Technologies Inc. (CSE:TTT), joins James Black to discuss how TruTrace established its position at the intersection of blockchain and cannabis (2:09), how their data management platform operates at various stages of cannabis production and testing (5:07), and why Major League baseball was an impetus to get into data architecture (11:21). Listen until the end to learn more about the company’s partnerships with Shoppers and Deloitte, to hear about Ro...
- Gianni Kovacevic on the Vital Role of Copper in Sustainable Energy SolutionsGianni Kovacevic, CEO of Copperbank Resources (CSE:CBK) and author of My Electrician Drives a Porsche?, joins Grace Pedota to discuss how he became a “modern energy expert” (1:12), how electrification is causing a fundamental shift in the automotive industry (3:27), and why copper is such a vital resource as many industries move towards sustainable, emission-free solutions (10:19). Listen until the end to hear about Gianni’s road trip across America in an electric car, for more information ab...
- Marlene Street Forrest on Creating Wealth via Transparent ProcessesMarlene Street Forrest, Managing Director of the Jamaica Stock Exchange, joins Barrington Miller in the podcast studio during the JSE’s visit to Toronto to discuss their 50th anniversary and recent recognition as a top-performing exchange (1:46), the launch of the Jamaica Social Stock Exchange (3:21), and the requirements for listing on the JSE (4:53). Listen until the end to learn about what’s ahead in 2020 for the JSE, including the expansion of their online trading platform, and for their ...
- Shira Adler on the Role of CBD in Holistic WellnessShira Adler, Founder and CEO of Synergy and author of The ABCs of CBD, joins Grace Pedota via Skype to talk about the inspiration behind her book and its reception so far (4:09), her role as an advocate for CBD and the integral part it plays in holistic wellness (6:01), and her thoughts on the growing number of influential women in the cannabis space (8:00). Listen until the end to learn more about her upcoming speaking engagements around the world, her new book currently in progress, and to ...
- Frank Holmes on the Evolution of Cryptocurrency and MacroeconomicsFrank Holmes, CEO and Chief Investment Officer of U.S. Global Investors and Chairman of Hive Blockchain, joins Grace Pedota to talk about gold mining and investments (2:47), the reasons why millennials place more trust in cryptocurrency than other generations (7:33), and the importance of macroeconomics when it comes to understanding the economy (16:51). Listen until the end for Frank’s opinion on the significance of cryptocurrency worldwide, his advice to millennials who are just starting ou...
- Sherry Boodram on Cannabis Regulation and Compliance in an Evolving MarketDr. Sherry Boodram, CEO and Co-Founder of CannDelta Inc., joined Grace Pedota to talk about her experience as a drug forensic chemist with Health Canada (1:54), why other countries are choosing to use Canada’s cannabis regulations as a template (15:28), and what makes CannDelta different from other cannabis regulatory consulting companies (17:32). Listen until the end for her thoughts on the incoming regulations around edibles and extracts, and her advice to companies who are looking to produ...
- Jay Rosenthal on Compelling Storytelling in the Cannabis IndustryJay Rosenthal, Business of Cannabis Co-Founder and President, joins Barrington Miller to discuss the importance of sharing compelling stories from the cannabis space (1:15), his thoughts on the issues surrounding current cannabis regulations and product offerings, and how these might evolve in the future (7:50), and the persistent Canadian interest in cannabis-infused beverages (21:40). Listen until the end to hear Jay’s thoughts about the ongoing “CBD craze,” and to learn what Business of Ca...
- Dafina Lovelace and Kellie Sauls on Investing in What You ConsumeDafina Lovelace and Kellie Sauls, Co-Founders of the investment group Get Rich or Die Trying (G.R.O.D.T.), join Barrington Miller to discuss the origins and structure of their group (2:22), how looking at personal consumer habits can affect investment choices (9:00), and the societal shifts around the cannabis space that influenced their decision to enter that market (16:45). Listen until the end to hear Kellie and Dafina’s thoughts on increasing financial literacy for young women of colour, ...
- Paul Duffy on Evolving the Retail Experience Using Augmented RealityPaul Duffy, President of NexTech AR Solutions Corp. (CSE:NTAR), joins Barrington Miller to discuss the practical applications of “ARitizing” products into the augmented reality space using the NexTech platform (1:01), the differences between augmented reality and virtual reality (4:44), and how augmented reality is fundamentally changing the way people shop (12:51). Listen until the end to learn about Paul’s personal experiences with augmented reality, what’s next for AR in entertainment, and...
- Fabrice Taylor on the Value of Promotion and Messaging in the Public MarketsIn his podcasting debut, Fabrice Taylor, Founder and Publisher of The President’s Club Investment Letter, joined James Black to discuss the origin of The President’s Club (2:56), the evolution of journalism and media (4:22), and some telltale signs that an investment may (or may not) be worth considering (12:28). Listen until the end to learn why he feels surprises are a good thing, the importance of having a strong network, and his recommendation on where to have lunch in Edmonton! S...
- Emma Andrews on Bringing a Cannabis Beverage Brand to LifeEmma Andrews, Chief Commercial Officer at BevCanna Enterprises Inc. (CSE:BEV), sat down with Grace Pedota to share her thoughts on the type of beverages we should expect when infused cannabis beverages go legal in Canada this October (2:13), how she applies her background as a nutritionist into the cannabis industry (6:26), her experience with cannabis as an endurance runner (8:14), and her perspective on plant-based food in the fast food industry (10:44). Listen until the end to hear her tho...
- Alex Freedman on the Critical Role of Social Equity in CannabisAlex Freedman, from the LA Department of Cannabis Regulation joins Barrington Miller for the inaugural #HashtagFinance Skype interview. This educational discussion focuses on the topic of 'social equity' including a definition of the term as it relates to the cannabis sector (2:00), how social equity works to have a positive impact on those negatively impacted by the "War on Drugs" (4:50), and the differences and similarities between social equity programs in Northern and Southern California ...
JB and Bear on Navigating the Travel Dining Scene and Business LunchesIn this special "all killer, no filler" edition of #HashtagFinance, Barrington Miller (2X Ontario Chili Cook-Off Champ) joins James Black (habitual eater, and sometimes host) to discuss their eating experiences as frequent business travelers and share some "pro tips" for dining on the road. A full plate is served on this episode including: Barrington's recent food experience in Colombia, the 60-year-old food stand, and the world's best fruit (NOT apples) Where the world's best shawarma is l...
Margot Micallef on Building a Wellness Brand Through Passion and ExperienceMargot Micallef sat down with Barrington Miller to discuss her company Gabriella's Kitchen (CSE:GABY), including what she did when she was fired from her high profile communications job (2:00), how cannabis become a key ingredient at Gabriella's Kitchen (6:43), and why they are applying a consumer packaged goods business model (14:08). Listen until the end to hear about Margot's favourite product, the company's recent (and over-subscribed) financing, and the five-year outlook for the company!...- Andrew Berman on What Quality, Trust, and Choice Mean in CannabisHarborside CEO Andrew Berman sat down with James Black to share the origins of the company and its founder Steve DeAngelo (1:12) his thoughts on the importance of "clean cannabis" (6:45), and the traits of a premium cannabis product (9:30). Listen until the end to learn more about Andrew's brief life in politics, Harborside's success in fighting federal government over civil forfeiture, and his predictions around relaxing cannabis advertising standards. Subscribe for more great...
- Mark Bunting on the Constant Evolution of Financial News MediaMark Bunting, President of Capital Ideas, dropped into the #HashtagFinance studio to chat with Grace Pedota and share his favourite podcasts and thoughts on the format for financial interviews (1:15), observations on what's next in financial news media (5:12), and play a game of financial "word blurt" (a #HashtagFinance first at 10:43). Listen until the end to learn about his most interesting interviews, his thoughts on the Beyond Meat IPO, the cannabis sector, and blockchain stocks! ...