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What are your thoughts? Is sleepy joy after your vote or big pharma money? I sat in a very interesting meeting this morning; it was all based around the rescheduling of cannabis; There is no denying the fact that we have a great distribution model in place for schedule III drugs; before all the high 5's and the dancing in the streets takes place, we might want to be cautious as to the positioning; with one clean swoop and making cannabis legal on a federal level, couldn't the cultivation and dispensing fall inline with all the other schedule III drugs; we already dispense #ketamine, #testosterone and low dose #codeine so why not #cannabis ? The pharmacy network is positioned perfectly; government could be giving you exactly what you've been screaming for; easy access to the plant, more distribution and a national footprint.. all while eliminating all the cultivators, dispensaries and state laws. It's illegal to make and or dispense schedule III drugs without the proper licenses and with the federal rescheduling the states technically would no longer have jurisdiction.. I think it's a long shot but scary to think that billions of dollars would be left unattended and or controlled by the elites that long for control in every aspect of our lives; Nothing make cannabis more special than any other schedule III drug; look what they just did to the growing peptide market.

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Today, I made our first step toward getting Currently carried by 23 locations of Whole Foods Market in Florida. The process is a bit convoluted (as I'm learning many things are in wine...), but here's generally what's going to happen: -We're already an approved vendor and need to update our new Currently Wine Co. Sauvignon Blanc into the Amazon vendor portal, which I did today -This process is now vendor-led, instead of distributor led, which ensures the accuracy of the information (since I won't mess it up but distributors might) -Next steps will be to schedule meetings in October with each store manager, who my Florida distributor has relationships with and update them on our new packaging, design and brand. -Because our story has continuity around environmental cause and goes farther now with being 2x lower carbon footprint and Certified Sustainable grapes, I'm hoping that will be a differentiator -There are in-store display opportunities, and I'm going to work on having our wine setup next to the oysters and seafood. Any WFM general manager selling suggestions are welcome-- I'm new to this! #wine #founderjourney #wholefoodsmarket

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Dine Brands Global, the force behind beloved chains like Applebee's Neighborhood Grill Bar’s and IHOP, is embracing the current trend of offering enticing promotions to cater to diners seeking great deals. Their initiatives not only aim to bring in more customers but also prioritize the profitability of their franchisees. With successful promotions like Applebee’s $1 margarita deal leading to increased customer spending, the company's proactive approach to attract budget-conscious consumers is generating optimism among analysts. As they continue to refine their promotional strategies and capitalize on market opportunities, Dine Brands is poised for sustained growth and success in the competitive food industry. Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/e-wUUtS7 Branded Hospitality Ventures #socialnetworking #marketing #technology #hospitality #innovation Scott Gladstone John Peyton Matt Ryan David Trujillo Susan Nelson Lili Tomovich Jessica Jackson

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Search Manipulation: Why Yelp’s Lawsuit Matters for the Food Industry Yelp’s lawsuit against Google is a timely reminder of how search manipulation can impact businesses of all sizes. 📉 This comes on the heels of a federal judge ruling that Google violated antitrust laws by monopolizing the search market. ⚖️ For the food industry, this means that even top-quality brands 🍽️ could be overshadowed by lower-quality competitors, simply because of search engine tactics. 🔍 It’s a critical issue that businesses need to monitor closely, as it could significantly affect visibility and customer acquisition. #CulinaryTides #SuzyBadaracco #SearchTransparency #Antitrust #FoodIndustryInsights Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eJw82Jmx

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"What truly excites me at Clif Family is creating unforgettable wine and food experiences that connect people to each other and to our planet." Did you catch our interview with Clif Family President Linzi Gay? We are excited to feature Clif Family's delicious mixed nuts in our new Subscription "Coffee Break" Boxes, designed to help remote and hybrid teams connect through the power of food. When you work with Narrative Food and our community of small-batch makers, it shows just how much you care about people and the planet. https://lnkd.in/eqCGwHJT #supportsmallbusinesses #shopsmall #smallbusinessmatters,#bcorp #b1 #climateneutral #1percentfortheplanet #wethechange,#employeeappreciation #employeeengagement #employeeretention #teamappreciation,#giftsthatgiveback #giftwithpurpose #impactfulgiving,#sustainablefood #eatkind,#corporatewellness #workplacewellness,#remoteworkers,#corporategifting,#businessasaforceforgood #consciouscapitalism

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Loyalty programs are so important. Think about Starbucks program or this new CAVA program. I’ve had loyalty programs before where I bank rewards and then they disappear or can’t use them. Who could an emerging brand use to help create the best loyalty programs?

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Our new podcast, Kochleffel is gearing up to launch! Listen to the trailer here!

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-- Podcast Teaser Alert -- "If you want to lead the consumer, you need to be the consumer." - Eric Ryan At one point, Eric Ryan and I were "frienemies". Friends personally, competitors professionally. He was the co-founder and CEO of Method Products PBC, while I led Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day. ................ But in the real world, we were always on the same team. Our collective efforts, along with the team at 7th Generation, were revolutionizing the cleaning category. At Mrs. Meyer's, our mission was clear: 'Together, we dream of a world where the better way becomes THE way.' ................ Eric Ryan shares his insights on creating method products pbc, OLLY PBC, and Welly Bandages, along with his go-to-market approach. Stay tuned for the next drop of the CEO podcast. 🎙 You won't regret it. #cultureFIRSTleadership #ceoPodcast #ChiefEternalOptimist

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At Narrative Food, each of our gifts is designed to tell a story. We have worked with hundreds of vendors over the years, listening to their stories and sharing them with you. In this new series, we are honored to spotlight a few of our favorite small-batch makers in their own words. Read our interview with Jeanette Greenlaw, the Director of Business Development at Bona Furtuna. #bcorp #b1 #1percentfortheplanet #wethechange,#storytelling,#sustainablefood #eatkind,#sustainableshopping,#businessasaforceforgood #consciouscapitalism,#esg #environmentalsocialgovernance,#giftsthatgiveback #giftwithpurpose #impactfulgiving

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🚨 Outdated Alcohol Laws Alert 🚨 Tennessee’s recent lawsuit against six online retailers for shipping alcohol without proper licensing highlights a bigger issue: the outdated three-tier system. It’s time to ask ourselves when this prohibition-era relic will catch up with modern society. Consumers today expect convenience and choice, yet these antiquated laws stifle innovation and limit access. #Innovation #Alcohol #Laws #ConsumerRights #Modernization https://lnkd.in/g4bQr4bn

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