Women Cultivating Success Archives - Women's Cannabis Chamber of Commerce

November 8, 2022Marketing

Fuego 4.20 Collaboration

The Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce was founded to provide entrepreneurs at all levels of business development with relevant education, resources, tools and networking opportunities for success.

One of the most difficult aspects of business success in the cannabis industry is an effective marketing campaign. There are several components to marketing campaigns. The most overlooked is ads in online and print magazines.

Advertising restrictions and regulations for cannabis companies can be insurmountable obstacles. There are less than one hundred cannabis related magazines. Each falls into specific categories ranging from news, culture, wellness, entertainment, etc. Each is focused on the interests of their consumer base such as hemp, cbd, cannabis, edibles, etc. Advertising can broaden your reach but can be cost prohibitive for businesses with smaller marketing budgets.

Fuego 4.20 recently did their soft launch. Fuego 4.20 was created by Diana Ramos, and is a BIPOC women owned and operated magazine. It offers a balance of national and local cannabis news and events, plant medicine and wellness, lifestyle and culture. (see Stories)

What stands out most is Fuego 4.20 Small Business Spotlight and their Fire Starter Series. In Spanish Fuego means “fire” as well as “passion”. The Fire Starter Series profiles BIPOC women in cannabis who bring passion and commitment to the industry and the cannabis community. We encourage Chamber members to submit their story for the Fire Starter Series. fuegomagazine420@gmail.com Your journey and your voice will inspire other women.

Being featured in the Fire Starter Series will broaden your exposure, reaching a consumer/client base that you may not be reaching through social media. Diana Ramos and her staff’s background and expertise is in cannabis publications. They have been involved in developing, content, marketing, sales, and getting cannabis print magazines onto shelves. They bring their expertise and “Fire” to Fuego 4.20.

Their marketing strategy and implementation is targeted towards a consumer/client base that aligns with that of Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce’s membership. Fuego 4.20’s focus on social equity and women in cannabis, and the quality of their content resonates with the Chamber’s mission. Fuego 4.20 is destined for success as it launches and distributes its print publication in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, New York and Oklahoma.

The Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce is cautious with endorsements. The Chamber is not only endorsing Fuego 4.20, we are collaborating with them. We believe our Fuego 4.20 collaboration can be beneficial to our members’ marketing strategy. Membership in the Chamber includes a social marketing workshop and now our collaboration with Fuego 4.20 enables us to offer a substantial discount on advertising.

We are Invested in Your Success!

October 11, 2022Women Who Inspire

Brianna’s Insights

Brianna’s position as the National Executive Director of The Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce and Founder and CEO of SunBaked Goods provides her with insights into multiple aspects of the cannabis industry.

Too many companies forget, or fail to realize, how deeply rooted culture is within cannabis. A majority of conversations I have had recently revolve around the frustration felt by employees who seek genuine leaders, but feel as if their requests are falling on deaf ears. With the industry professionalizing at a rapid pace, it’s crucial for recruiters to understand that leading a successful team in another industry cannot be a copy-paste experience when developing teams in the cannabis space.

This is an industry that is on a path to become substantially lucrative, but was built by the efforts and sacrifices of many who must not just be included, but made whole. The current landscape of corporate cannabis lends itself to those with no prior industry experience securing leadership roles because “they have done it before, and can do it again” in another arena. But this line of thinking does a disservice to the progress made by those who have put in years of hard work to build the infrastructure now being relied upon by these organizations.

These are professionals who have knocked down barriers, fought for reform, and continue to lead through their unique perspectives that can only come from lived experiences. To create successful teams, it is important to remember that while there are similarities between managing any type of business, this is still an incredibly nuanced industry with its own complexities. Companies who wish to be at the forefront of innovation should start by valuing the importance of having a team that reflects the incredible diversity within the cannabis community.

To learn more about Brianna’s business career in cannabis visit the Our Team page, and SunBaked Goods

September 14, 2022November 8, 2022Women Owned Cannabis Businesses

Thunder Breathe Walker

Thunder Breathe Walker elevates the energy of entrepreneurship and empowerment. Her career path and life mission merges into creating companies focused on helping and healing. Women Pushing Dirt, which teaches the best strategies for starting and improving a career in real estate, reflects Thunder’s mentoring style. She is a self described wellness/lifestyle real estate developer. She is passionate about helping women build wealth and wellness.

Her digital magazine and podcast The Dirt, spotlights empowered women in the real estate industry across the U.S. and Canada. The Dirt’s tagline says it all:

“Ladies, if the only piece of real estate you have ever owned was your doll house, playhouse, swing set or your dog house then you have arrived at the right place! The Dirt is your source for real estate knowledge.”

Thunder Breathe Walker is a Water, Fire & Earth Intuitive and a Certified Life Coach and Developer of several Green Zone real estate properties and owner of three successful Airbnbs, creating a real estate wellness business. Thunder’s path and mission merged in the creation of Breathe House. The Breathe House is an inclusive destination retreat designed for living life in the moment. With creative programs, unique treatments, nourishing cuisine, and wellness specialists, The Breathe House helps people build their own sense of balance.

Thunder could be described as an intuitive entrepreneur. She understood and had experienced the healing properties of cannabis. She also recognized the business opportunities the cannabis industry is creating. Her concern was about the quality of the products on the market and integrity of the cultivators and processors.

Thunder Breathe Walker is the founder and owner of Proud Mary Botanicals, a forerunner in the cutthroat CBD industry. Proud Mary Botanicals’ commitment to quality and innovative, beautifully designed labeling and branding sets them apart from their competitors.

Each CBD item they sell is GMP affirmed, as well as, contracting an outsider research facility to ensure quality. Thunder’s business focus on quality extends to customer service. Proud Mary Botanicals’ online sales ensures purchasers security. Client fulfillment and satisfaction is impeccable.

Thunder is a charismatic speaker who has been featured at KushCon, CannaSoul, Winning Woman on the Rise in Cannabis, and Women in Cannabis Conferences.

She will be one of the featured speakers at the Women In Cannabis Expo Las Vegas, Nevada, Sept 27, 2022

Thunder Breathe Walker brings her intuitive entrepreneurship, empowering and inspiring energy, and creativity to the Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce.

Thunder is the newly appointed Executive Director of the Oklahoma Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce. She is in the process of organizing monthly networking functions and special events.

The event schedule will be available on the Chamber Networking & Special Events page.

thunder@womenscannabischamberofcommerce.com

The depth of Thunder’s entrepreneurship and involvement in creating a healthy, caring community does not translate into words on a page. She is best represented in images. Check out her Instagram.

Join Thunder Wednesday, October 26, 6:30 Est online for Women Cultivating Success – Conversations with Women In the Cannabis Industry. Hosted by the Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce this is an interactive experience bringing women together throughout the U.S. to learn, share, and connect. Join the Conversation

September 7, 2022November 8, 2022Women Owned Cannabis Businesses

Lisa Pickett Winning llc

Lisa Pickett (CLDP, CMT, CLC) was born and raised in Queens, New York, and has been bi-coastal for many years until finally making Los Angeles her home.

Lisa is an active Learning & Development specialist with years of experience, multiple certifications, and the necessary empathetic sensibilities needed to lead in today’s complex workplace. She maintains her deep interest in the following: Employee development, modern workplace learning strategies, social and self-directed learning, design of online learning experiences, and interactive workshops. Lisa is a master collaborator, aligning L&D strategy, employee skill sets, and an organization’s driving goals and initiatives.

Lisa P. creates effective and impactful HR, coaching, and workshops as part of Winning Coaching. Lisa’s intention is to leave every person and place she encounters better than before they met, or she arrived. lisa@winning-1.com

Coach Ash and Lisa Pickett developed and facilitate the HIGHer Executive Leadership Development Course.

Join guest, Lisa Pickett, September 28th, 6:30 est at Women Cultivating Success Conversations with Women in the Cannabis Industry Online – Interactive – Free. Hosted by the Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce.

Join In The Conversation. Register Here

September 13, 2020Women Who Inspire

Destiny Simon

Across the country there are women working at the local and state level to:

Provide education to help medical marijuana patients make informed decisions.
Create a community where women can come together to share their experiences.
Build support systems for caregivers and patients.
Offer business resources and mentoring.
Advance local and national legislation.

Destiny Simon is one of those women. She is a founder of Canna Events by Leo.

“Canna Events was founded in 2020 due to the overwhelming request from clients, organizations, and cannabis supporters to help be connected with industry resources. Now we have a team dedicated solely to meeting those needs while planning incredible events.

When we first got involved with the cannabis industry we immediately noticed the amount of vultures & frauds trying to come into the industry is absolutely insane! We work to not just serve the cannabis industry but to protect the industry with these three steps;

Elevating Educating Empowering.”

Launching an event company during a pandemic would appear to be a difficult task. Destiny, (Amanda and Jess) have produced innovative and interesting virtual events. Canna Events by Leo is energizing and educating the cannabis community in Kansas City.

Destiny is a masterful organizer. She is the chapter founder and leader of Tokeativity Kansas City. Tokeativity is The Global Feminist Community for Active Cannabis Culture. She is the Women+Weed founding Kansas City leader. Women+Weed mission is to connect women, grow a strong healthy cannabis community by sharing resources for women and their families.

Destiny is the treasurer for Canna Matriarchs of Mo., a non-profit organization supporting mothers across the midwest.

2020 has been Destiny’s year of fully committing to the cannabis community and industry and to having a positive impact. Her company, Leo Accounting, helps cannabis companies stay in compliance.

I have over a decade of experience in the accounting field, working in positions ranging from basic data entry up to auditing & reconciling multi-million dollar corporate accounts. This has been a priceless opportunity to gain a vast knowledge of not only how to implement and complete day to day tasks, but also to see the effects of those tasks on a corporate level!

I have taken all my knowledge, experience, passion for accounting, and unquenchable thirst for knowledge and focused it on the Cannabis Industry! I am passionate about the cannabis movement as I have seen first hand the incredible benefits of medicinal usage. I am not only an expert of cannabis accounting services but also a supporter of this revolutionary movement in the US today.

Destiny Simon does more than bring women together – she inspires women. She is a Woman Cultivating Success

February 18, 2020September 13, 2020Women Who Inspire

Addison Morris

The path to business success is paved with our business failures. It is these failures that teaches us the steps to building a successful business. Entering into business in the cannabis-cbd-hemp marketplace leaves little room for mistakes.