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Minnesota’s cannabis business license application window is NOW OPEN through March 14, and Blunt Strategies x Canna Advisors are your go-to experts for application prep. Don't miss our two upcoming free webinars: Microbusiness Licenses – What We Know & What We Don’t Know ?? Monday, Feb. 24 | 3:00-3:45 PM ?? Join us for a deep dive into the latest updates, expected timelines, and strategic considerations for microbusiness licensing. We’ll unpack: - The application process & expected timing - How microbusiness licensing compares to other license types - Whether applying for a microbusiness can be a fallback if you miss out on a capped license - What’s still unknown—and what to watch for as licensing and rulemaking progress Getting Your Application Right the First Time (And What to Do If You Don’t) ?? Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 3:00-3:45 PM ?? Learn how to craft a winning application, avoid common mistakes, and recover if you need to fix a mistake. Register now at: https://lnkd.in/gjUDn2MC #CannabisLicensing #Microbusiness #CannabisIndustry #MNcannabis #CannaAdvisors #BluntStrategies

Strategic Partnership Announcement: Blunt Strategies x Canna Advisors ?? As Minnesota’s cannabis market continues to evolve, businesses need expert guidance to navigate licensing, compliance, and strategic growth. That’s why Blunt Strategies and Canna Advisors are joining forces to offer unparalleled support to cannabis entrepreneurs and legacy operators in Minnesota! With Blunt Strategies’ leadership in Minnesota’s cannabis policy and market development and Canna Advisors’ national expertise in cannabis licensing and operations, we’re providing a comprehensive roadmap for businesses to thrive in this competitive industry. What this partnership means: - Licensing & Compliance Support – Navigate Minnesota’s regulatory landscape with confidence. - Business Strategy & Growth – Custom solutions to help businesses establish and scale successfully. - Advocacy & Industry Engagement – Leveraging our networks to support sustainable and inclusive industry development. We’re excited to build a strong, equitable, and sustainable cannabis industry in Minnesota. If you’re launching or growing a cannabis business in the state, let’s connect! ?? Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/gkgva2Hj ? #BluntStrategies #CannaAdvisors #MinnesotaCannabis #CannabisIndustry #StrategicPartnership #MinnesotaModel

Leili Fatehi and Laura Monn Ginsburg from Blunt Strategies wanted a different type of cannabis market in Minnesota. One that intentionally capped to incentivize local, smaller-scale businesses. As the fight to legalize cannabis continues, the industry needs more individuals like Leili and Laura on the front lines. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gV8pzRwc #cannabisindustry #cannabiscareers #cannabisnews #cannabis #cannabiscultivation #cannabismarketing #cannabisresearch #cannabisinnovation #medicalcannabis #joints #prerolls #flower #edibles #gummies #minnesota #legalize

Highly Capitalized Network-HCN interviewed Leili Fatehi and Laura Monn Ginsburg, partners and principals at Blunt Strategies, during the annual MJBizCon in Las Vegas. In this exclusive interview for Highly Capitalized Network-HCN, Leili and Laura shared with me how their journey into the Cannabis industry began with a focus on #socialimpact & economic growth in Minnesota. As passionate #politicalactivists, they recognized the potential of Cannabis legalization & launched a targeted campaign to advocate for it, bridging policy development and the #infrastructure needed for Minnesota's Cannabis market, prioritizing education and helping stakeholders understand the complexities of the industry. Looking ahead, they are preparing for the opening of Minnesota's adult-use market in 2025 & launching a #venturestudio to support small businesses. Their commitment to creating a #craft Cannabis industry was inspiring to me, and reflects their dedication to community & #innovation. Many thanks to Grasslands: A Journalism-Minded Agency? for facilitating this interview. Follow Highly Capitalized Network-HCN & #subscribe to our forever #free newsletter at highlycapitalized.com to stay on top of the latest news, events, and exclusive HCN interviews with VIPs shaping the future of #Cannabis

In our last Pre-Roll of 2024, we talk about where Minnesota stands today, what's coming up, and what's possible in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gjyxiTFd

We're back at MJBiz's annual cannabis conference in sunny Las Vegas! We kicked things off with Leili Fatehi speaking at the Women in Leadership Forum, reflecting on the opportunities and challenges facing women in the industry: "I encourage women to think of the incredible persuasive power you can bring to both advocacy and policy. Take the opportunity to set the table, not just sit at it."

Quite a week for those seeking pre-approval to enter the license lottery in Minnesota. Get our full breakdown in this week's Pre-Roll as we gaze into our ??: https://lnkd.in/g4fTWYyW

All the news that's fit to be lit: https://lnkd.in/gW4jF55b

We are thrilled to share that Blunt Strategies was named the Gold Stevie? Award winner for Startup of the Year in the 21st Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business! Leili Fatehi + Laura Monn Ginsburg accepted the award in person at a ceremony in New York City. Joining in spirit were team members Kyrstin Schuette, Maren Schroeder, and Kurtis Hanna.

Happy Election Day! https://lnkd.in/gbjh5Yz