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Bluntly Us
by VINSA Consulting
Bluntly Us is one part Marine veteran and transactional lawyer, and one part sales and relationship guru - together they’ve built more than a half a dozen cannabis businesses in California, taking over 50 brands to market, generating more than $60MM in sales. They've seen a lot of ups and downs in this industry, and it’s not always as it appears. Together, they’ll be talking straight with some of the most experienced and accomplished decision-makers, giving you a real behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build an entire industry from scratch. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bluntlyus/support
Episodes
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Up & Coming: The Next Generation of Cannabis Entrepreneurs w/ McKenzie Santa Maria | Bluntly Us
In the final episode of season one, Deena and Ian spark up with McKenzie Santa Maria, President of Mary Daze Cannabis, and talk about how she was able to so quickly reach a point of influence within the cannabis business despite bad actors, uncertainty, and high turnover by sticking to her...
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Left Behind: Patient Care in the Rec Cannabis Industry w/ Shelly McKay | Bluntly Us
In the penultimate episode of Season One, Deena and Ian caught up with Shelly McKay, to discuss how Prop 64 and the Adult use cannabis industry has left behind medical patients and their efforts to restore compassionate use. She shares some insight into how SB34 has been successful at helping…
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Breaking In & Standing Out in the Cannabis Industry w/ Matt Wagner | Bluntly Us
In the 11th episode, Deena and Ian sat down with Matthew Wagner, aka Industry Disruptor about some of his experiences in the cannabis industry. After owning and operating nightclubs in the Midwest, Matt talks about what it takes to make the leap into the Wild West of the California cannabis...
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Turning Antique Vases into Smoking Pieces w/ Kat Briceno of Functional China! | Bluntly Us
On the 10th Episode of Bluntly Us, Ian and Deena get a chance to sesh with Kat Briceno, and talk about how she became inspired to turn antique vases and china pieces into showcase smoking pieces, and even a sneak peak at some of the new things she has in development! Kat Briceno is a Native...
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Surviving the California Retail Cannabis Market w/ Jami Todd from Wonderbrett | Bluntly Us
In the ninth episode of Bluntly Us, Ian and Deena catch up with cannabis retail veteran and educator Jami Todd, to talk about the ups and downs of working in cannabis, from retail to distribution, legacy brands and well-funded MSOs, and how companies, employees, and patients can build the best...
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Progress & Prohibition: Building a Cannabis Industry open to All w/ Cannabess | Bluntly Us
In the eighth episode of Bluntly Us, Ian sits down with longtime cannabis activist and marketer Bess Byers, or Cannabess, to talk about her journey in the cannabis industry from a political activist and commentator to an influential content and marketing creator, and how it’s all come…
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Creative Control: Art & Design in Cannabis w/ Wonderbrett's Zxu | Bluntly Us
In the seventh episode of Bluntly Us, Deena and Ian get together with the multidisciplinary artist & Creative Director for Wonderbrett, Zxu, and discuss the evolution of art, design, and marketing in the cannabis industry, and how as a creative professional, he's had to learn to let go of his own...
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Secrets to Scaling Cannabis Cultivation w/ Clade9's Dave Holmes
In the sixth episode of Bluntly Us, Deena and Ian talk with the Founder and CEO of Clade 9, Dave Holmes, about his journey from a community college professor to a large-scale indoor cannabis cultivator, complete with raids, fleeing the state and big lifestyle changes. David Holmes has 20 years of...
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Bluntly Us - Episode #5: Live Sesh with the King of Smokeable Art - WEAVERS
In this episode, Deena and Ian have a conversation with the groundbreaking artist, Jaime "Weavers" Nacrur about his journey from a conventional career with Boeing to renowned artmaker for the stars, a shared passion for motorcycles, and more. Jaime “Weavers” Nacrur has been a key figure in...
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Bluntly Us - Episode #4: California vs. Other Cannabis Markets w/ Charles Pankey
In this episode, Deena and Ian have a conversation with Tropicanna's own Charles Pankey about menu-building, retail purchasing, and operating compliantly in California, Colorado, and Oklahoma. Charles Pankey started working in the cannabis industry in 2012 when he joined the team at Pink House...
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Episode #3: Cannabis Compliance & Retail Operations w/ Brice Parker
On the third episode of Bluntly Us, Deena and Ian sesh with Brice Parker about compliance, branding, and his journey in the cannabis industry, and discover a new smoking game! LA native Brice Parker handles operations for powerhouse vertically-integrated cannabis brand, Cookies. As such, he has a...
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Episode #2: Elliot Lewis
In the second episode, Ian and Deena talk with Elliot Lewis about Catalyst, their aggressive expansion plans, community engagement, dealing with incompetent politicians, and how the cannabis industry is painfully overtaxed. Prior to starting the Catalyst chain of dispensaries, Long Beach native...
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Episode #1: Susie Plascencia
On the first episode of Bluntly Us, Deena and Ian have a conversation with Susie Plascencia about accountability, authenticity, and the importance of public relations for modern cannabis businesses. Susie is an entrepreneur, journalist, and cannabis activist. She applies her skills as CEO and...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Bluntly Us is one part Marine veteran and transactional lawyer, and one part sales and relationship guru - together they’ve built more than a half a dozen cannabis businesses in California, taking over 50 brands to market, generating more than $60MM in sales. They've seen a lot of ups and downs in this industry, and it’s not always as it appears. Together, they’ll be talking straight with some of the most experienced and accomplished decision-makers, giving you a real behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build an entire industry from scratch. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bluntlyus/support
HOSTED BY
VINSA Consulting
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Bluntly Us is one part Marine veteran and transactional lawyer, and one part sales and relationship guru - together they’ve built more than a half a dozen cannabis businesses in California, taking over 50 brands to market, generating more than $60MM in sales. They've seen a lot of ups and downs in...
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