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Are you looking for tips on finding the right people and creating a successful team for your dispensary? We're sharing our top hiring tips! Follow us for more helpful advice in this ever-expanding industry. #cannabisindustry #dispensaryhiring

Do you think you have what it takes to be a #DispensaryManager? 👀 Check out this recent Deep Dive to learn what it takes to be successful in such a critical industry role, and browse open dispensary jobs on the Vangst Jobs Board 👉 https://lnkd.in/gghqWXym

This is the third cannabis related post about OH I've seen today! Glad to see a fellow Midwest market on the up & up!! #cannabis #cannabisnews #OH #midwestcannabis #cannabiscareers #cannabisjobs #cannabisindustry #cannabiscommunity #cannabisbusiness

Hiring in Cannabis right now is challenging on every level. Whether you are a candidate or hiring manager, there is an overwhelming sense that the right people aren't landing in the right positions. So how do you correct that? How do you find the right person for the right role in the right company? See why its challenging? What are some of your best tips to hiring the right people for the right role? #hiringnow #hiring #cannabiscareers

🌺Ready to Elevate Your Career in the Cannabis Industry? 🌿 Navigating career advancement in the Cannabis Industry is challenging. Whether you're a budtender eyeing a sales rep position, a brand ambassador dreaming of a marketing role, or a manager aspiring to take that next step to director, the path to success requires more than just ambition. It relies on a strategic approach, an understanding of the unique landscape of this industry, and a clear vision of how to align your skills with your career goals. We put together a few tips for how you can get to that next level. #CannabisIndustry #CareerGrowth #JobInterviewTips #CannabisCareers #CannabisCommunity

Happy New Years! Ok maybe I’m a little late on that… been heads down knocking out to-do’s after a nice break for the holidays with family. Things are crazy stupid busy here at HQ (aka The Flava Lab, The Free Dispensary) as there are 8 #cannabis retail locations and 3 manufacturing/cultivation facilities currently under construction across the network…with several locations set to open very soon in Quarter 1, 2024…!!! ….in the market to help round out the full launch of all Venture Garden Legacy to Legal “cohort 1” members… Employment Opportunities Dispensary Assistant Managers (experienced only) is that you? or do you know someone with the skills, experience and passion that has what it takes to seize a unique opportunity? Will post to LinkedIn jobs…DM for now… Partnership/Investment Opportunities (with and without real estate) We have just a couple groups that are in need of a modest amount of “last mile” funding to get the doors open. Equity, debt, strategic funding…open to ideas - minority interests only! Operational possibilities, too.. DM me to learn more and discuss. #legacytolegal #legacytakeover2024 #cannabis #cannabisindustry #marijuana #marijuanaindustry #marijuanabusiness

So I'm probably going to touch a nerve with this post, but I think someone needs to say it. In the cannabis industry, the position of Lab Director is one of the most misunderstood and "abused" positions at compliance facilities. I can't tell you how many business owners start a lab then look to hire a Director, but then require that person to: -setup the laboratory from scratch -Write Company ISO17025:2017 program -Hire proper personnel -Run HR -Develop pricing strategies -Validate all the testing -Develop new methods and services -Run day to day operations -Direct Sales positions -Liaison with regulatory bodies -Run QA/QC of daily operations as well as audits ISO17025:2017 and state regulatory audits -"Fill in" on the bench when needed - Review data - Release COAs - Write SOPs - Write Policies - and anything else that comes to mind by the owning partners all for as low as possible and usually less than $90k, poor benefits, and no equity. This is not the description of a Lab Director. This a description of a CSO or COO and an equity partner. People wonder why established scientists don't want to get into the cannabis industry, well, this is why. You're asking someone with an advanced degree and experience in biotech/pharma to do a Chief Science Officer or Chief Operating Officer job for the salary of a biotech/pharma Lab Manager (low-balled at $50k-$70K) and leave them holding the bag when things "go wrong". What do you expect to happen? You don't pull the best and brightest from established industries without matching job duties and salaries. And honestly, if you want that person to build your business for them, wouldn't it be smart to tie them to the business with equity so they have a stake in the businesses success? Alright rant complete and I'm getting off of my soap box.

10 years ago, I left my management job at Downtown Denver Forever 21 where I lead a team of 55, we did about $8million in sales annually and had over 1 million skus. The store was 2 stories, we had 3 entrances and 20 cash registers. I was offered another job across the street with the same pay and only 5 employees, this was with a promise or expectation of the opportunity to become a District Manager for them and over see thier 3 stores in 2 states. It was a smaller company. I had the opportunity to work with the buyers and the vendors. I set up and staffed a "Superbowl Headquarters" store on 16th st mall and lead that through the incredibly disappointing loss from the Denver Broncos. I was there only for the 1st quarter of the year and they let me go saying they took such a loss on the Bronco inventory they couldn't afford me. At that time I was offered a Management Position at Euflora, the 1st Cannabis store to open on 16th Street Mall in Denver. I turned it down because they only offered me $17 an hour. At that time, I had been working as a retail Manager for more than 10 years and was making almost $60k. I went on unemployment instead which was the dumbest decision I ever could have made. I started completely over in my career as a "Budtender" working for The Green Solution making $11 an hour. It was the busiest store in the Denver area at the time, we would see 400 customers a day, it was non stop. I bartended at night at the American Legion. My saying was, "budtender by day, bartender by night" I have a Bachelor's degree in Business and over 20 years of leadership experience. I can now say I have 10 years experience working in the Cannabis industry. I have Managed Recreational and Medical Cannabis stores, I worked as a Compliance Manager in a Cultivation Facility. I am experienced in Marketing and Promotions and holding events to boost patient counts, I produced several successful events in the Florida Medical Market. I'm currently a Metrc Administrator for a small medical retailer making less money than the 1st cannabis job I was offered 10 years ago. I don't get any benefits or holiday pay. I'm always open to new opportunities, so if your looking for a skilled leader that understands business and human resources and also knows how to navigate the regulatory complexities of this business please reach out or pass my name along. I'm super grateful for my job, but I deserve so much more. (This was written by me and not Chat GPT so excuse me if I didn't use a lot of big words or proper Grammer, but I like to keep it real. 😆)

The cannabis industry is not just about plants - it's about people! As the industry continues to grow, so does its demand for a diverse range of talents and skills. From cultivation to retail, research to marketing, and legal to compliance, the cannabis sector is brimming with exciting job opportunities. 1️⃣ Cultivation: Have a green thumb? Roles like Growers, Trimmers, and Master Growers might be for you. 2️⃣ Retail: Love interacting with people? Consider roles such as Budtenders, Store Managers, and Dispensary Owners. 3️⃣ Research: Fascinated by the science of cannabis? Lab Technicians, Cannabis Researchers, and Quality Control Specialists are in demand. 4️⃣ Marketing: Got creative chops and business savvy? Roles like Social Media Specialists, Brand Managers, and Sales Representatives are crucial. 5️⃣ Legal & Compliance: Have a knack for legalities and regulations? The industry needs Lawyers, Compliance Officers, and Licensing Coordinators. Remember, the cannabis industry is more than just a market - it's a community. Together, we can shape the future of cannabis.

A big part of being in management in cannabis is being able to manage during what most people would consider unmanageable times. Whether you work at a legacy or an MSO, there are always challenges that no other industry faces but on top of that, the industry right now is volatile which means stress and chaos and as a manager, it means trying to control that. What are some of your best tips for Managers in Cannabis? #hiring #hiringnow #managementdevelopment