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July 16, 2025 42 mins

In this episode of Under the Microscope, host Jenny Germano is joined by Bethany Niebauer from Axial Resolutions to discuss mediation as a compliance strategy for regulated cannabis operations. Bethany shares about her decade-long experience in the cannabis industry, starting with writing license applications, and transitioning into mediation to help resolve industry conflicts. This episode delves into how mediation can be used for various disputes within cannabis businesses, including employee issues, vendor relations, how to prevent internal conflicts, and an added value for operational compliance. They highlight the importance of communication, and relational dynamics in maintaining compliance and operational efficiency. The discussion includes practical advice on incorporating ADR clauses in contracts, utilizing mediation to preserve business relationships in the long term and building a culture of trust.

🌿 Our Host: Jenny Germano 🌎 https://www.icsconsultingservice.com

🌿 Our Guest: Bethany Niebauer, Founder of Axial Resolutions 🌎 https://axialresolutions.com

 

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

00:58 Guest Introduction 05:00 The Importance of Mediation in Cannabis 05:44 Understanding Mediation vs. Arbitration 10:09 Compliance and Relationships 18:43 Patterns, Pitfalls, and Prevention 24:40 Leadership and Management Challenges 26:34 Building Relational Trust in the Cannabis Industry 30:55 Tools and Tactics for Conflict Resolution 36:12 The Value of Mediation Clauses in Contracts 38:20 Changing the Culture & Wrap Up

 

 

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