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Beau Whitney on Data-driven Economic Models for Cannabis | The CSE Podcast Ep29-S2

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The CSE’s Barrington Miller is joined by Beau Whitney, Founder of Whitney Economics, to discuss data-driven trends in cannabis globally, including US legalization, emerging markets, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG). The conversation also addresses how Whitney Economics uses data to help cannabis operators navigate the industry.

Here’s an overview of what Barrington and Beau discuss in this edition of The Exchange for Entrepreneurs Podcast:

00:00 – Introduction
02:00 – Global trends in the cannabis industry
03:28 – The cannabis industry in Canada and the US
07:05 – How do American cannabis companies differ from coast to coast? How is the industry shaped by state legislation?
11:33 – How do ESG (environmental and social governance) mandates tie into the valuation of multi-state operators?
14:40 – Is the current economic data contributing to the liberalization of cannabis policy in the US?
16:52 – What are the data points that have shifted over the last 7 years?
19:32 – Have there been any surprising individuals, organizations, and corporations that have reached out to collaborate?
22:59 – Within the business of data, who are Whitney Economics’ competitors and/or collaborators?
24:29 – Key findings from the business report that Whitney Economics published in 2020

About Beau Whitney

Whitney Economics was founded in October 2014 by Beau Whitney, in Portland Oregon. Mr. Whitney is currently the Chief Economist for the National Industrial Hemp Council (NIHC) and the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA). A member of the American Economic Association, the Oregon chapter president of the National Association of Business Economics and a participant in meetings of the Oregon council of economic advisors, he is widely regarded as one of the country’s leading cannabis economists. A registered member of the European Industrial Hemp Association, Mr. Whitney is also a member of multiple local regulatory advisory committees throughout the U.S. including the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) RAC for both hemp and cannabis.

Learn more about Whitney Economics at https://whitneyeconomics.com/

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Paul Rice and Michael Perron on Indigenous Communities and Business | The CSE Podcast Ep28-S2

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The CSE’s Barrington Miller is joined by President and CEO of Dable Advisory and Consulting Services Paul Rice, and CFO, Transaction Advisory, Corporate Development, and Corporate Strategy of Kinza Consulting Michael Perron in this special edition podcast to discuss the history of business for Indigenous communities, how steps for reconciliation can be taken, and hopes for the future.

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Vaughn DiMarco & Daniel Drouet on Investing in AI | The CSE Podcast Ep27-S2

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The CSE’s Barrington Miller and Scott Pritchard are joined by X Machina Co-Founder & VP of Growth and Value Creation Vaughn DiMarco and Co-Founder, CTO, & CPO Daniel Drouet to discuss the funding gap in the market for early-stage tech companies and how X Machina aims to bridge that gap. The conversation also addresses the potential uses of AI for industrial applications and why Montreal is a growing hub for the technology sector.

Here’s an overview of the discussion in this edition of the “Exchange for Entrepreneurs” podcast:

00:00 – Introduction
04:02 – What does X Machina do?
07:25 – How does X Machina choose AI companies?
09:55 – What is the difference between artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning?
14:48 – What is Startupfest and how does X Machina choose companies? Where do you see the best opportunities?
18:43 – How does X Machina provide value to potential companies?
21:59 – Why is Montreal an AI and tech hub?
29:21 – What are SR&ED credits?
36:05 – How many companies has X Machina looked at in 2022?
38:20 – What types of companies/industries are emerging?
39:38 – Are there any companies coming from outside of North America into Montreal?

About Vaughn DiMarco

Vaughn is an investor, entrepreneur, and engineer applying AI best practices across industries. As Investment Director at IVADO LABS, he was part of a small team managing INVEST-AI, a $35M Quebec fund. He led due diligence on hundreds of companies, managed a large portfolio, and funding dozens of successful initiatives including but not limited to manufacturing, construction, finance, media, entertainment, medical devices, and tech. 

About Daniel Drouet

Daniel has been deeply involved in tech for over twenty years as an engineer, entrepreneur, investor, and mentor. He has expertise in product management, engineering, and venture financing.  He has conceived and overseen the delivery of numerous software products and IT services and founded several tech companies. He was a founding partner of Real Ventures, Canada’s most active early-stage venture capital fund, and helped grow Anges Quebec into one of the largest angel investor networks in the country.

Learn more about X Machina at https://machina-ai.com/.

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Alixe Cormick and Darcy Krohman on Proposed “Changes” to 43-101 | PDAC | The CSE Podcast Ep26-S2

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In a special episode recorded during the PDAC conference, the CSE’s Anna Serin is joined by CSE Listings Manager & In-House Geologist Darcy Krohman and Alixe Cormick, a lawyer at Venture Law Corporation, to discuss the request for feedback on the 43-101 mining legislation, including its background, the potential for modernization, and ESG accountability. The conversation also addresses what is being asked of mining companies to submit and suggestions to involve investors.

About Alixe Cormick
Alixe Cormick is Founder of Venture Law Corporation and a practicing public company lawyer. Alixe’s law practice is transaction oriented and weighted towards industrial, technology and biotechnology companies located in North America and Asia.

About Darcy Krohman
Darcy Krohman is CSE’s Listings Manager and In-House Geologist. He works at the unique intersection of finance, mining, and public markets. His career in mining first started with the UBC, and he has also worked for mines in the Coastal Mountains of BC and on Vancouver Island.

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Sean Kingsley on the Current State of the Mining Industry | The CSE Podcast Ep25-S2 (Asian Heritage Month 2022)

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In a special episode for Asian Heritage Month, the CSE’s Phillip Shum is joined by Enduro Metals (CSE:ENDR) Director of Communications Sean Kingsley to discuss his journey to a successful career in mining, his advice for young people, and the challenges he faces at his job. The conversation also addresses what Asian Heritage Month means to Sean and the influence of his Chinese heritage on his perspectives.

Here’s an overview of what Phillip and Sean discuss in this edition of the “Exchange for Entrepreneurs” podcast:

00:00 – Introduction and family background
03:40 – Professional background
05:15 – Getting into the mining space
07:10 – The most exciting part of the job
08:50 – Advice for anyone who wants to get into the industry
10:55 – How has your Asian heritage shaped the person you are today?
13:25 – Any traditions that you are especially proud of?
17:30 – The state of discovering new minerals/metals
20:30 – What does Asian Heritage Month mean to you?
22:30 – Final message and contact information

About Sean Kingsley
Sean Kingsley provides strategic consultation to private and publicly listed junior resource companies. He has 15 years’ experience within the mineral exploration, mining and development sector specializing in corporate development, strategic marketing, consultation, investor relations/awareness & capital raising. Mr. Kingsley has a strong grass-roots & a global investor network, a firm understanding of the financial markets and experience in utilizing diverse methods for public communications globally.

Learn more about Enduro Metals at https://endurometals.com/.

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Ruth Chun on Being Korean-Canadian in the Capital Markets | The CSE Podcast Ep24-S2 (Asian Heritage Month 2022)

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In a special episode for Asian Heritage Month, the CSE’s Phillip Shum is joined by Entheon Biomedical (CSE:ENBI) Director Ruth Chun, M.A., J.D. to discuss her journey to a successful career in law and cannabis, her advice for young people, and the importance of Asian representation in leadership roles. The conversation also addresses what Asian Heritage Month means to Ruth and how her Korean heritage informs her decision-making.

Here’s an overview of what Phillip and Ruth discuss in this edition of the “Exchange for Entrepreneurs” podcast:

00:00 – Introduction and Background
03:06 – How Ruth became involved in Hollard Insurance Company of Namibia
06:30 – Ruth’s inspiration behind working in the field
07:55 – Advice for someone who wants to enter the field
11:15 – The three most important things people should know about your culture
14:40 – Interesting hobbies you have that people should know about
16:01 – Role models and Asian representation in popular culture
18:25 – What does Asian Heritage Month mean to you?

About Ruth Chun
Ruth Chun is a lawyer focused on advising regulated businesses in the cannabis, psychedelics, natural resources, and energy industries from start-up to exit. Ms. Chun currently serves on several boards including Entheon Biomedical Corp. (CSE:ENBI) and is the chairperson of SAVIS of Halton. She served as the first female executive at a leading insurer in southern Africa as the head of legal and compliance and was a partner at Africa’s largest law firm. Previously, she chaired Rio Tinto’s pension fund for Rössing Uranium Mine and was a trustee of the Alexander Forbes umbrella group of funds. She received an Hon BA (Trinity College), MA from the University of Toronto and Juris Doctor from Queens University. She is called to the bar in Ontario, New York and Namibia.

Learn more about Entheon Biomedical Corp. at https://www.entheonbiomedical.com/.

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Anish Chopra on Bringing Diversity to Wealth Management | The CSE Podcast Ep23-S2 (Asian Heritage Month 2022)

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In a special episode celebrating Asian Heritage Month, the CSE’s Phillip Shum is joined by Anish Chopra, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at Portfolio Management Corporation, to discuss his journey to a successful career in wealth management, his advice for young people entering the industry, and why diversity is so important for fostering new insights. The conversation also addresses what Asian Heritage Month means to Mr. Chopra.

Here’s an overview of the discussion in this edition of the “Exchange for Entrepreneurs” podcast:

00:00 – Introduction and Background
05:35 – What inspired you to work in accounting?
08:45 – Advice for others who want to join the industry
11:35 – How has your heritage shaped your identity?
14:00 – What does Asian Heritage Month mean to you?
14:55 – What are some talents or skills that most people don’t know you have?
16:10 – Social media links and website information

About Anish Chopra
Anish is a Managing Director and Portfolio Manager covering global equities and fixed income at Portfolio Management Corporation, a boutique investment management firm for high net worth investors and their families. As a result of his accumulated professional expertise, Anish is a sought-after media commentator regularly providing his views on business trends and developments on BNN Bloomberg, to the Canadian Press and other media.

Learn more about Portfolio Management Corp. at https://portfoliomanagement.ca/.

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CSE’s Barrington Miller and 17 Issuers Featured in High Times Magazine

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The cannabis industry continues to prove not only is it budding, it’s in a full-blown growth spurt. 

As one of North America’s fastest-growing industries, it’s important to monitor trends, legislation, and key players, and there’s no publication more on the pulse than High Times magazine, a top resource for the latest cannabis information since 1974.

Every year, High Times releases a list of the 100 most influential figures in the cannabis space. In April, they released The High Times 100 of 2021, and, excitedly, CSE Director of Listed Company Services, Barrington Miller, was featured, as well as 17 CSE-listed issuers. 

The CSE couldn’t be more proud of Barrington and these incredible cannabis entrepreneurs! It’s an impressive accomplishment and reaffirms the CSE’s reputation as a best-in-class marketplace for publicly traded cannabis stocks.

“It’s amazing to be recognized alongside these cannabis companies, professionals, and advocates. The CSE is proud of our contribution to the sector and we’re thankful to not only our issuers, but to everyone who is uplifting the industry. Special thanks to High Times for continuing to blaze that trail,” said CSE’s Barrington Miller. 

Check out the executives from the CSE-listed companies featured:

  • Leo Gontmakher, CEO of 4Front Ventures (CSE:FFNT)
  • Abner Kurtin, Founder and CEO of Ascend Wellness Holdings (CSE:AAWH.U)
  • Andy DeFrancesco, Former Chairman & CEO of SOL Global Investments (CSE:SOL)
  • Jason Wild, Chairman of TerrAscend (CSE:TER)
  • Kim Rivers, CEO of Trulieve Cannabis (CSE:TRUL)
  • George Archos, CEO, and Sam Dorf, Former Chief Growth Officer of Verano Holdings (CSE:VRNO) 
  • Daniel Carcillo, Founder and CEO of Wesana Health Holdings (CSE:WESA)
  • Robert Beasley, CEO of Cansortium (CSE:TIUM.U)
  • Nicholas Vita, CEO of Columbia Care (CSE:CCHW)
  • Charlie Bachtell, Founder and CEO of Cresco Labs (CSE:CL) 
  • Jonathan Sandelman, Chairman and CEO Ayr Wellness (CSE:AYR.A)
  • Joe Bayern, CEO of Curaleaf Holdings (CSE:CURA)
  • Matt Stang, Co-Founder and CEO of Delic Holdings (CSE:DELC)
  • Ben Kovler, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Green Thumb Industries (CSE:GTII)
  • Jim Cacioppo, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Jushi Holdings (CSE:JUSH)
  • Robert Groesbeck, Co-CEO of Planet 13 Holdings (CSE:PLTH)
  • Brad Rogers, CEO of Red White & Bloom Brands (CSE:RWB)
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Alyssa Barry and Caroline Sawamoto on the Capital Markets Comeback Tour | The CSE Podcast Ep22-S2

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To kick off the Capital Markets Comeback Tour, a joint event by the CSE and irlabs, the CSE’s Barrington Miller and Anna Serin are joined by Caroline Sawamoto and Alyssa Barry, CPIR, the Principals and Co-Founders of irlabs, an investor relations advisory firm. The four discuss the exciting cross-country event, the Capital Markets Comeback Tour, including a sneak peek at companies attending.

Here’s an overview of what Barrington, Anna, Alyssa, and Caroline discuss in this edition of the “Exchange for Entrepreneurs” podcast:

00:00 – Introduction and background
02:00 – How was irlabs started?
03:40 – Vancouver’s significance to the Canadian capital markets
07:00 – What to expect from the tour
11:00 – What does success look like for irlabs?
12:50 – List of participating companies
13:40 – Social media links and website information
15:25 – Alyssa’s music-related past
18:15 – Tour dates and cities
19:55 – Additional contact information

About Alyssa Barry
Alyssa is a Principal and Co-Founder at irlabs. She has over 15-years of investor relations, capital markets and corporate communications experience. An activist by nature, she has raised over $1 billion of capital, led some of Canada’s most successful activism campaigns, managed M&A transactions and enhanced board governance frameworks. She was formerly Head of Strategy – Operations and Communications at Artis REIT, Vice-President of Capital Markets and Communications at Sandpiper Group and Manager, Investor Relations at Amica Mature Lifestyles Inc. She is known for her agility, creative prose and relentless pursuit of success for her clients.

About Caroline Sawamoto
Caroline is a Principal and Co-Founder at irlabs. She has over 15-years of investor relations and capital markets experience across various exchanges and industries. She has supported numerous financing activities, both public and private, and helped raise over $650 million of capital. Caroline began her investor relations career with Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. in 2006. Her passion for making an impact through clean energy solutions led her to join Ballard Power Systems Inc. and Westport Fuel Systems Inc., both of which are dual-listed on the NASDAQ and TSX stock exchanges. Prior to co-founding irlabs, she was Investor Relations Manager at Alabaster Homes, a privately-owned real estate development company in Vancouver. She is known for her diligence, poise and can-do attitude.

Learn more about irlabs at https://www.irlabs.ca/.

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Ashish Malik on Agritech Using Bees | The CSE Podcast Ep21-S2 (Earth Day 2022)

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In a special episode for Earth Day, the CSE’s Barrington Miller is joined by Ashish Malik, CEO of Bee Vectoring Technologies (CSE:BEE), to discuss this agriculture technology company’s use of commercial bees as a more sustainable alternative to traditional pesticides. The conversation also addresses the growing demand for agriculture across the world due to population growth.

Here’s an overview of what Barrington and Ashish discuss in this edition of the “Exchange for Entrepreneurs” podcast:

00:00 – Introduction and background
02:12 – How does Bee Vectoring make the world better?
04:20 – Limitations of the system
05:30 – How bees are involved with the system’s process
07:10 – What is colony collapse disorder?
08:40 – What kinds of bees are used?

About Ashish Malik
Ashish Malik is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BVT. He was previously the VP of Global Marketing for Biologics at Bayer CropScience. He was responsible for managing the portfolio of biological assets for the company and advancing the strategy to develop integrated crop solutions that include biological products together with traditional chemical products, seeds, traits, seed treatments, and services. Ashish joined Bayer CropScience through the company’s acquisition of AgraQuest in 2012. At AgraQuest, he was Senior Vice President of Global Marketing and a member of the company’s Executive Team. Other previous roles have included Head of Commercial Operations for the Home Care Division at Syngenta, Business Unit Director at Imerys, and Marketing Manager at BFGoodrich. Ashish serves on the Board of the Biopesticides Industry Alliance and holds an MBA with concentrations in Finance and Marketing from Carnegie Mellon University – Tepper School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Swarthmore College.

Learn more about Bee Vectoring Technologies International at https://www.beevt.com/.

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