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Are you seeking funding to launch or expand your cannabusiness? Get practical, nuts-and-bolts help from Marijuana Business Daily’s Handbook. Order now and download your copy instantly. (Yes, it’s satisfaction guaranteed!)
Inside your copy of the Cannabusiness Funding & Financing Handbook you’ll find expert, practical advice, including:
- Your top 5 funding options
- 6 types of investors backing today’s cannabusinesses
- Data on the cost of financing
- Tips for non-profits and not-yet-licensed businesses
- Creating business plans and pitches that impress investors
Also included: Profiles of four real-life, cannabusiness backers revealing what they look for when evaluating entrepreneurs’ funding pitches. Plus, if you are an investor yourself, you’ll:
- Learn how to evaluate cannabis company pitches
- Get tips on valuations
- Decide which cannabis industry niches are worth your attention
Handbook Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Industry Overview and Intro to Cannabusiness Funding
- Chart: U.S. Marijuana Sales Estimates 2013-2018
- Chart: America’s Changing Opinions on Marijuana Legalization
- Illustration: Legalization Map of America, 2014
- Chart: Funding Sources for Recent Dispensary Launches
- Chart: Interest Rates for Friends & Family Loans to Cannabis Companies
Chapter 2. Funding Options and Types of Investors
- Top 5 Funding Options from Personal Savings to Private Equity
- Chart: Cost of Capital for Cannabusiness Equity Financing
- Top 6 Types of Cannabusiness Investors
- Investor Profiles:
- Douglas H. Leighton, Dutchess Capital Management
- Emily & Morgan Paxhia, Poseidon Asset Management
- Jim Willette, Private Investor
- Investor Profile: Tripp Keber, Dixie Elixirs & Edibles
Chapter 3. Building a Business Plan to Land Investors
- What Your Plan Must Include
- Chart: Biggest Challenges for Cannabusinesses, 2014
- 5 Key Financial Issues to Address in Your Plan
- Where to Get Financial Data for Your Plan
Chapter 4. Pitching Tactics
- Pre-Pitch Necessities
- The Elevator Pitch
- The Extended Pitch
- Post-Pitch Follow-Ups
- 6 Tips for a Successful Pitch
Chapter 5. Landing Pre-License and Nonprofit Investors
- Securing an Investment Prior to Landing a License
- Considerations for Nonprofit Business Models
Chapter 6. For Investors: Finding Great Cannabusinesses to Fund
- Investing Overview
- Niche-by-Niche Investment Opportunities
- Due Diligence Tips & Considerations
- Valuation Tips & Considerations
- Exit Strategy
Appendix A. Glossary of Common Cannabusiness Terms
Appendix B. Glossary of Common Financial Terms
About the Editors: Marijuana Business Daily
The Cannabusiness Funding & Financing Handbook is brought to you by the editors of Marijuana Business Daily, the most trusted professional publication for the cannabis industry since 2011.
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