Welcome to The Cannaverse

The Minnesota cannabis community keeps growing, and this week we are highlighting the people, partnerships, and opportunities shaping the space. From fresh Lucky Leaf Expo photos to a Twin Cities dispensary story rooted in legacy experience, plus new opportunities for entrepreneurs, there is a lot happening inside The Cannaverse.

Lucky Leaf Expo Photos Are Live

The latest photos from Lucky Leaf Expo just dropped on our Facebook page thanks to Mesfin Abegaz with Elite Capture Studios.

Community Spotlight: Lucky Strains

From Legacy Roots to Local Dispensary: The Lucky Strains Story

Lucky Strains is a true mom-and-pop dispensary run by husband-and-wife team Philly and Bear. From legacy market roots to building a community-focused cannabis business in the Twin Cities, their journey is one of persistence, resilience, and passion for the plant.

Their story is another reminder that Minnesota’s cannabis community is built by people who care about the culture as much as the business.

Live from Lucky Leaf with Spencer Ploessl, Canna Connect

Spencer Ploessl, Advisor and Creative Director at Canna Connect, played a major role in designing and producing the Official Lucky Leaf After Party at Earl Giles.

Spencer also designed the label for The Green Standard, our newest beverage collaboration with Earl Giles.

Are you a star? Reach out to Spencer and join his constellation on LinkedIn.

North Star Accelerator for Budding Entrepreneurs

As Minnesota’s cannabis industry grows this spring, Jen Reise is opening applications for the second cohort of the North Star Accelerator.

The program supports entrepreneurs and small teams who are newly approved or recently launched and looking for guidance on compliance, operations, and business setup.

If you apply, be sure to mention The Cannaverse Newsletter when you sign up.

Photo by Darton Weaver

Sip the Green Standard at Earl Giles

The Green Standard has officially landed at Earl Giles Canna Club.

Stop by tonight from 5 to 9 PM and try it for yourself, or join us next week on March 18th starting at 5 PM for another Canna Club gathering with a special sampling of The Green Standard.

People are buzzing about our latest collaboration, inspired by cold pressed juice, and we look forward to connecting with you.

Disclaimer: This email is informational only and not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Please consult your advisors for guidance specific to your business.

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