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How brands can achieve cultural competency and market to diverse communities

“Reading the room” is about understanding the histories, identities and experiences of the people you’re trying to reach.

News December 2
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MJBizDaily launches survey about diversity in US cannabis industry

Seeking to better understand the role of women and minorities in the U.S. cannabis industry, MJBizDaily is launching…

News September 30
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Progress not happening fast enough for marijuana social equity entrepreneurs

Despite state and local jurisdictions earmarking more licenses for marijuana social equity applicants, success stories in this segment…

News November 14
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How cannabis retailers are getting involved in Pride Month

To take advantage of LGBTQ Pride month, cannabis retailers are running product promotions tied to the celebration, selling…

News June 22
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Add diversity in marijuana workplace through job descriptions, interviews and hiring practices

The regulated cannabis industry promised to right the wrongs of the war on drugs, but white males still…

News May 1
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Trials minorities face raising marijuana capital: Q&A with DC dispensary owner Linda Mercado Greene

Linda Mercado Greene, co-founder and CEO of Anacostia Organics, was already a successful businesswoman and a veteran political…

News December 6
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Analysis highlights lack of diversity in Canada’s legal cannabis industry

Leadership positions in Canada's regulated marijuana sector continue to be held predominantly by white males, according to a…

News October 15
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Illinois marijuana retail hopefuls drop suit after getting second chance

A group of unsuccessful cannabis retail license applicants in Illinois withdrew their legal challenge against the state after…

News September 23
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Probe clears Maryland medical marijuana licensing of bias

An inquiry into Maryland’s 2019 medical marijuana licensing process found “no evidence of bias or undue influence,” according…

News September 8
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