In this episode of Cannabinoid Connect, host Kevin Carrillo sits down with Brendan McKee, Co-Founder and COO of Silver Therapeutics — a cannabis retailer that has grown from a single dispensary in Massachusetts to a multi-state operation with locations across the Northeast.
Brendan shares:
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His founder journey — from pro athlete to cannabis entrepreneur
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Lessons from launching one of the first adult-use dispensaries on the East Coast
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How Silver Therapeutics scaled exceptional customer service across states
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The evolving retail landscape: from $400 ounces to market saturation
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Smart growth strategies, local sourcing, and community-focused retail
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Navigating complex regulatory frameworks in each state
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His outlook on federal legalization, distressed assets, and acquisitions
💡 Whether you're an operator, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply passionate about the cannabis industry, this episode is full of real talk and actionable insights.
🔗 Learn more about Silver Therapeutics: https://www.silver-therapeutics.com
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