Thinking Outside The Bud
Thinking Outside the Bud is a business podcast devoted to driving innovation in the cannabis space. During each episode, we speak with founders, investors, thought leaders, researchers, advocates, and policy makers who are finding new and exciting ways for cannabis to positively impact business, society, and culture..
Episodes
Jason Ambrosino, Founder & CEO of Veterans Holdings Inc.
Jason Ambrosino, born on April 11, 1982, in Gloversville, NY, is a decorated retired military officer who dedicated a decade to the U.S. Army, earning a Bronze Star in Iraq. Following his honorable discharge, Jason embarked on a successful entrepreneurial journey, establishing multiple ventures in the cannabis industry. He is the founder and owner of Veterans Holdings, a licen...
Max Majot, Technical Manager & Grow Expert at Royal Queen Seeds
Max Majot is a cannabis cultivation authority who excels at project and infrastructure development and management. His command of grow techniques and cultivation site idiosyncrasies ensures that Royal Queen Seeds (RQS) maintains a high level of quality and consistently delivers elite products across all of its markets. Max also collaborates closely with the research and...
David Kostiner, CEO & Co-Founder of Lumenary, and Robbie Schneider, Inventor and CTO
David Kostiner and Robbie Schneider are the driving forces behind Lumenary, a company at the forefront of cannabis technology and innovation.
David Kostiner is a multifaceted entrepreneur and legal expert with a rich background in both the music and legal industries. He began his career as a professional drummer and member of the Dreamworks artist Cr...
Harrison Bard, CEO & Co-Founder, Custom Cones USA & DaySavers
Harrison Bard is an accomplished entrepreneur, having started multiple companies in the eCommerce space. His first business, an avant-garde trophy company, was started during college, and has worked with many Fortune 500 companies including Mcdonald's, Facebook, Yelp, Zappos, Wholefoods, and UPS.
Upon graduating from the Kenan Flagler Business School at The University of N...
Tracey Lancaster Miller, Executive VP of Peake ReLeaf
Tracey Lancaster Miller is the Executive Vice President, founding member and owner-operator of Peake ReLeaf, a cannabis dispensary in Rockville, Maryland. She has been appointed by the Governor to the state’s Advisory Board for Medical and Adult Use Cannabis and is also the Past President of the Maryland Dispensary Association (MDDA), the professional trade association in Marylan...
Unlocking Opportunities in Cannabis: Compliance and Market Dynamics with David Zelinger, Partner at Canis Major Partners
David Zelinger, the founder and Managing Partner of Canis Major Partners (CMP), brings nearly 20 years of experience in global investment banking and fintech. He began his career managing credit derivatives and global USD swap trading, then transitioned to fintech in 2012, taking on leadership roles at various sta...
Wellness Waves: Surfing the CBD and Botanicals with Jacana's CEO & Co-Founder, Alexandra Chong
Alexandra Chong is the CEO & Co-Founder of JACANA, Jamaica’s leading wellness brand, is committed to bringing plant-based solutions to the forefront of holistic wellness. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on harnessing the inherent powers of plants to create therapeutic experiences for the mind, body, and spirit. With a strong focus on ...
Charting Success: A Conversation with Pankaj, President & CEO at Renaissance Park Corporation
Pankaj is a seasoned executive with a remarkable track record of driving growth and innovation across various sectors, including technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and SaaS. He has held key leadership positions in notable companies like McAfee, Compliance Online, and MentorCloud, where he demonstrated his ability to scale businesses, dr...
Rolling Forward: Innovations in Cannabis Automation with Kyle Loucks
Kyle Loucks is the Founder and CEO of RollPros, an automation company revolutionizing the cannabis industry with its cutting-edge TruRoll technology, which replicates the precision of hand-rolled premium joints on a large scale.
Before establishing RollPros, Kyle held various leadership positions in engineering and technology at companies ranging from pioneering med...
High Finance: Deciphering Cannabis Economics with Guillermo Rodriguez, the Virtual CFO
Colton Keluche is a dynamic marketing and communications expert renowned for his prowess in high-growth enterprises. With a natural flair for innovation, he seamlessly navigates the complexities of both startup ventures and Fortune 500 corporations. Rooted in his core are robust communication skills and adept project management abilities, compleme...
High Finance: Deciphering Cannabis Economics with Guillermo Rodriguez, the Virtual CFO
When the pandemic struck, it presented an opportunity for Guillermo to reassess his priorities. Like many others, he saw it as a blank slate to reflect on what truly mattered. As events unfolded, he felt compelled to adopt a more preventative approach to health, well-being, and his response to the pandemic. However, he found himself constrained by...
Exploring the Sweet Side of Cannabis: Matha Figaro's Journey with ButACake
In this podcast episode, Bruce Eckfeldt chats with Matha Figaro, CEO of ButACake, a cannabis edibles company. Matha shares her journey from culinary arts to cannabis entrepreneurship, highlighting her motivation for entering the cannabis space and her experience as one of the first black women to obtain a cannabis license in New Jersey.
She discusses how her p...
Cultivating Change: Christine De La Rosa's Journey in Cannabis
In this podcast episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Christine De La Rosa, CEO and National Co-Founder of The People's Ecosystem and Founder & Fund Manager of The People’s Group. Christine's impact in the cannabis industry is undeniable, with accolades such as being named to the MGO 2024 Cannabis 50 List and Forbes Cannabis50 list. She brings a wealth of exper...
Cannabis and Ownership: Exploring ESOP Strategies with Darren Gleeman
In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Darren Gleeman, a financial expert renowned for his ESOP knowledge and financial acumen. Darren serves as the Managing Partner of MBO Ventures, bringing with him a wealth of experience in various ventures, including e-Coupons, GMD Trading, and GB Trading. He is highly regarded for his expertise...
Emerging Innovations: Lucid Green's Cannabis Supply Chain Revolution with Filip Luneski
In this episode of Thinking Outside the Bud, Bruce Eckfeldt hosts Filip Luneski, VP Head of Marketing at Lucid Green, a company revolutionizing the cannabis industry through data and supply chain organization. Bruce and Filip discuss the intricate landscape of the cannabis industry, including state-by-state regulations and challenges in brand dev...
Blazing Trails: Navigating Cannabis Consumption Culture with Bryan Bergman
Bryan Bergman is an innovative and forward-thinking business attorney that focuses on monetization and deal making and helping clients at all stages of their business lifecycle with a laser focus on helping businesses be authentically successful and maximize their efforts in every area. He brings strategic expertise and legal services to complex business tran...
High-Tech Healing: Izzy Kirsh Unveils mode's Cannabis Revolution
In this podcast episode, Bruce Eckfeldt interviews Izzy Kirsh, the founder and CEO of mode, a company focusing on innovative cannabis consumption devices. They discuss various aspects of the cannabis industry, including consumer trends, product innovation, and challenges in the market.
Izzy begins by sharing his background, mentioning his experience in product design an...
Sipping on the Green Wave: Exploring Cannabis Beverages with Paul Weaver of Boston Beer Company
In this engaging episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt leads a captivating conversation with Paul Weaver, Director, Head of Cannabis at the Boston Beer Company. The episode centers on the cannabis beverage industry, exploring regulatory changes, market intricacies, and challenges inherent in entering the cannabis sector. W...
Budding Success: Crafting Cannabis Brands with Andrew DeAngelo and Christopher Peak
In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt, the host, welcomes two guests, Andrew DeAngelo, founder of Andrew DeAngelo Consulting, and Christopher Peak, SVP of Retail Development at ACV Consulting. The discussion revolves around the challenges and innovations in the cannabis industry, particularly focusing on new products and solut...
Empowering Health: Debi Wimberley's Journey with Medical Cannabis and the Vision Behind Effective Cannabis Newsletter
In this episode of Thinking Outside the Bud, your host Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Debi Wimberley, the visionary founder of Effective Cannabis Newsletter. Debi, a resilient advocate for medical cannabis education, shares her journey of overcoming chronic pain and lung disease. With a background in medical technology, onc...
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