The De-Commoditization of Cannabis June 12, 2017 Nicholas Kovacevich The Buck Stops Here 0 Comments Everywhere you look, there is evidence that the cannabis industry, like so many others, is rapidly turning into a commodity-driven sector. News that Washington State growers are lowering prices “in a race to the bottom” helps fuel that notion. Dispensary… Read More→
Going Public: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly February 9, 2016 Nicholas Kovacevich News & Insights, The Buck Stops Here 0 Comments By Nicholas Kovacevich Many companies in the Cannabis Industry face similar issues: Staying compliant with the myriad of regulations governing this emerging industry; Developing business models that can provide for sustained growth in an increasingly commodity-driven environment; and, Raising capital to… Read More→
How to build a distinctive cannabis brand and business January 5, 2016 Nicholas Kovacevich Marketing 0 Comments By Nick Kovacevich Most companies don’t want to be in the business of selling a commodity. By definition, a commodity is an item that is indistinguishable from others of its type, and all units are usually sold at or near… Read More→
The Marijuana Mess in Oregon (and How to Keep Your Business in the Green) November 4, 2015 Nicholas Kovacevich Oregon 0 Comments By Nicholas Kovacevich Recreational marijuana is now legal in Oregon. Adults 21 and older can legally possess and use recreational marijuana, but the many rules and regulations governing the industry are causing confusion and concern in the marketplace. Growers, producers and… Read More→
The Art and Science of Compliance Branding September 19, 2015 Nicholas Kovacevich News & Insights 0 Comments By Nicholas Kovacevich The two-wheel smart balance scooter is the hottest trend in consumer products right now. Everywhere you look you see people riding around effortlessly -- spinning, dancing, gliding, and generally having a blast! I needed one badly, so… Read More→
Cannabis Compliance: Avoiding the Landmines August 10, 2015 Nicholas Kovacevich Packaging 0 Comments By Nicholas Kovacevich If you are in the Cannabis Industry, then you already know the importance of keeping your business compliant. While outsiders may not appreciate the web of regulations that govern most marijuana-related businesses, those inside the industry have… Read More→