S1:E12 - Ashleen Aguilar: From Budtender, Marketer and Cannabis Enthusiast to Budtender Trainer, Podcast Host & Entrepreneur

In the Season 1 Finale of the Women in Cannabusiness Podcast, we sit down with Ashleen Aguilar, a passionate cannabis educator and co-founder of Take Root Training, a company dedicated to revolutionizing budtender training. 🌿 Ashleen’s journey began in 2016 as a budtender in Washington State during the early days of legalization. She quickly noticed major knowledge gaps among her peers, sparking her mission to combat misinformation about cannabis and elevate education within the industry. Today, Ashleen is making waves as an entrepreneur, podcast host, and creator of engaging training solutions for budtenders and dispensaries. From developing an online training course to publishing cannabis-focused coloring books, her work is reshaping how dispensaries onboard and educate their teams. In this inspiring finale episode, we discuss: Ashleen’s journey from budtender to marketer to co-founder. The challenges of building a brand focused on education and advocacy. Why budtender training is essential to the future of cannabis retail. Whether you’re a cannabis enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or someone in the dispensary space, Ashleen’s insights will leave you motivated and ready to grow. Special thanks to our Season’s Silver Sponsor, Ispire Technology Where Innovation Meets Inhalation. Ispire Technology is a leader in the research, development, design, marketing, and distribution of branded e-cigarettes and cannabis vaping products. With over 400 patents globally, Ispire's e-cigarette products, sold under the Aspire brand, are distributed worldwide (excluding China and Russia). The company also partners with brands and retailers through ODM (original design manufacturing) relationships. Ispire’s cannabis products, sold under the Ispire brand, are available in the U.S., Europe, South Africa, and now in Canada and Latin America. A special thank you to Luna Stower, Ispire’s Chief Impact Officer, whose work continues to drive meaningful change and innovation in the cannabis industry. Check Ispire out at getispire.com and follow them on Instagram: @getispire. Follow & Connect with Ashleen and Take Root Training: Website: TakeRootTraining.com Email: [email protected] Instagram: @takeroottraining 🎧 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and celebrate the Season 1 Finale of Women in Cannabusiness! Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey, and stay tuned for what’s to come in Season 2! #WomenInCannabusiness #BudtenderTraining #TakeRootTraining #CannaEducation #WomenInCannabis #CannaCommunity #PodcastFinale #GetIspire