Cannabis Business Licensing Opportunities in Southern California

By Emily Hackman, Ashley Davies
Sep 12, 2023

Cannabis storefront retail and microbusiness license opportunities in Southern California have largely been few and far between. However, the City of Redondo Beach and the City of Santee are two great opportunities to expand or establish a foothold in the Southern California cannabis retail market. Read this article for a summary of the current status of each jurisdiction's application and licensing process.

Will Arkansas' Bold New Hemp Law Stand? A Closer Look at the Controversial Trigger Provision

By Andrea Golan, Ashley Davies
May 4, 2023

Arkansas Act 629 prohibits the production and sale of intoxicating substances derived from hemp. The act also amends the definition of "industrial hemp" and includes a controversial "trigger provision." Learn more about it in this Insights article.

Vicente Sederberg Releases 2021 Impact Report, Celebrates Commitment to Community

Jun 1, 2022

In VS's inaugural Impact Report, we reflect on our work over the past year, celebrate our commitment to community, and look forward to a future of positive, meaningful, and measurable impact.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer Partners with NHCC to Highlight Cannabis Industry Opportunities for Latinos

Apr 21, 2022

Sen. Schumer and Antonio Valdez of the National Hispanic Cannabis Council co-authored a guest column for Univision about how Latinos can benefit from the cannabis economy.

Kim Napoli Recognized as 'Champion in Diversity & Inclusion' at 2022 New England Cannabis Community Awards

Apr 15, 2022

Kim Napoli was recognized by her peers during the 2022 NECANN Conference Community Awards

[Webinar] Cannabis Accounting 101: Intro to Accounting for Social Equity Operators

Dec 27, 2021

Watch this session to learn accounting best practices for cannabis businesses and how to prepare for year-end. With a focus on social equity operators, this session will advise on risk and opportunity related to the financial side of cannabis operations, as well as how to navigate the complexities of 280E.

Kim Napoli Recognized as 'Champion of Corporate Responsibility' at 2021 NECANN Cannabis Community Awards

Sep 20, 2021

Kim Napoli was nominated by her peers for two awards at this years' NECANN Conference Community Awards and ultimately voted the Champion of Corporate Responsibility!

Kim Napoli Slated to Speak on Cannabis Activism Panel at MassCann Boston Freedom Rally

Sep 16, 2021

Find Kim Napoli on the Education Village Stage at 3 p.m. Joining Kim are Blake Mensing, Robert Jeffrey, Dick Evans and Jason Ortiz.

[Webinar] Diving into New Jersey's Cannabis Regulations

Aug 26, 2021

Watch this session for a dive into key elements of the regulations and an engaging discussion with special guests from the NJ CannaBusiness Association, the NJ League of Municipalities, and the US Cannabis Council.

Marc Ross Talks ESG on Cannabis Law Report's Karma Koala Podcast

Jul 6, 2021

Marc Ross spoke with Heather Allman of Cannabis Law Report about what ESG is and why it's important for the cannabis industry.

[Webinar] Impact and ESG in the Cannabis Industry

Jun 15, 2021

Watch this recorded session to meet the new VS Impact & ESG team, learn more about this emerging business priority, and how to start planning and measuring your ESG practice – including Corporate Social Responsibility programs, meaningful Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts, environmental sustainability, and community and employee engagement.