Andrew DeAngelo - Roots and Reform
from Blue to Green Podcast Hosted by AJ Jacobs
About Our Guest: Andrew DeAngelo 🌿In this episode, we are joined by one of the true architects of the modern cannabis movement: Andrew DeAngelo.With over 35 years of experience spanning the "legacy" market to the corporate boardroom, Andrew is a visionary leader who co-founded Harborside, the world’s first gold-standard cannabis dispensary. He didn't just witness the industry's birth; he built its blueprint—introducing the first lab-testing protocols, child-resistant packaging, and CBD-rich medicines to the retail market.Beyond the business, Andrew is a fierce advocate for social justice as the co-founder of the Last Prisoner Project, a non-profit dedicated to freeing those still incarcerated for cannabis offenses. You may also recognize him from Discovery Channel’s hit series Weed Wars or his frequent insights in Forbes.In this interview, Andrew breaks down:- The "Everything" of Cannabis: From global market trends to the soul of the plant.- The Future of Legalization: What’s next for federal reform and social equity.- Industry Secrets: Lessons learned from 13+ years at the helm of Harborside.- Activism vs. Capitalism: How to build a successful brand without losing the movement's mission.Connect with Andrew:🌐 Website: AndrewDeAngelo.com⚖️ Justice: LastPrisonerProject.org📱 Instagram/X: @Andrew_DeAngelo#AndrewDeAngelo #CannabisIndustry #LastPrisonerProject #Harborside #CannabisBusiness #Legalization #WeedWars #CannabisPodcast
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