Pod of Flowers
By Hall of Flowers
This podcast--recorded on-site at Hall of Flowers’ legendary trade shows -- highlights brands, retailers, and industry leaders at the forefront of the emerging cannabis industry.
You can find more information about the podcast and the show at hallofflowers.com. Thanks for tuning in.
Pod of FlowersDec 29, 2023
#28 - Alexei Chinkarenko | Purileaf Brands
Jay and Krista chat with Alexei Chinkarenko from Purileaf Brands Corporation about the challenges and strategies in cannabis brand building and marketing. Alexei discusses Purileaf's selective approach to industry events, emphasizing the importance of budtender attendance for effective product promotion.
#27 - Roy Agostino & Toni Shelton | Zentrela & Collective Project
Join Jay Rosenthal and Krista Raymer on 'Pod of Flowers' as they interview Roy Agostino from Zentrela and Toni Shelton from Collective Project about the groundbreaking work they are doing, which brings together brainwaves and cannabis beverages.
#26 - Tom Stevens | The Community Store
In this episode with Tom Stevens, Krista and Jay discuss How can cannabis retail take advantage of tourism.
#25 - Ian Scott | Plantlife
Jay and Krista sat down with Ian Scott from Plantlife Cannabis, a cannabis haven with 39 flourishing locations in Alberta. Ian passionately shared his belief that cultivating a team dedicated to the cannabis journey is the key to industry growth.
#24 - Natasha Perkins & Daniel Johnston | Pure Sunfarms
Join us in this exclusive episode of Pod of Flowers as co-hosts Jay Rosenthal and Krista Raymer sit down with, Natasha Perkins & Daniel Johnston of Pure Sunfarms at the 2023 Hall of Flowers in Toronto.
#23 - Borna Zlamalik | Organigram
Join us in this exclusive episode of Pod of Flowers as co-hosts Jay Rosenthal and Krista Raymer sit down with Borna Zlamalik, Senior Vice President of Innovation and R&D at Organigram, at the 2023 Hall of Flowers in Toronto. Get an insider’s look at how Organigram is reshaping the cannabis industry with its innovative approach and forward-thinking strategies.
#22 - Katie Booth & Zach Currie | FIGR
Live from the bustling Hall of Flowers in Toronto, Pod of Flowers co-hosts Jay Rosenthal and Krista Raymer welcomed Katie Booth and Zach Currie from FIGR. Katie and Zach shared FIGR’s story of resilience and innovation as they relaunched their brands as part of the Fall 2023 Toronto show.
#21 - David Lobo | The Ontario Cannabis Store
Inside Cannabis Distribution with David Lobo, CEO of Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS). Discover how OCS manages the sourcing of cannabis products from a network of 300 producers spread across Canada and distributes them throughout Ontario's vast expanse, covering over one million square kilometers. With a mind-boggling 1,200 kilos of cannabis moved daily, OCS is a monumental player in the industry in Canada.
#20 - Eric Fonseca | One 2 One
Join Jay Rosenthal and Krista Raymer as they dive deep into the future of cannabis marketing with Eric Fonseca, the Chief Revenue Officer and co-founder of One 2 One. Discover how One 2 One is bridging the gap between brands and retailers, the changing landscape of cannabis marketing, and the challenges and opportunities of expanding into new markets. Whether you're a brand, retailer, or just curious about the cannabis industry's evolution, this conversation offers valuable insights into the innovative solutions shaping its future. Don't miss out on this exclusive chat!
#19 - Chris Lane | Gold Flora & Airfield Supply Company
Episode 18 with Chris Lane, CMO at Gold Flora & Airfield Supply Company
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#18 - Tucky Blunt | Blunts and Moore
Episode 18 with Tucky Blunt, Owner of blunts + moore
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#17 - Drakari Donaldson | California Street Cannabis Co.
Episode 1 7 with Drakari Donaldson, CEO at California Street Cannabis Co.
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#16 - Jamie Feaster | Country
Episode 16 with Jamie Feaster, Co-Founder/CEO at Country.
#15 - Luna Stower | Ispire
Episode 15 with Luna Stower, Chief Impact Officer at Ispire.
#14 - Nico Enea | NUG
#13 - Zac Staz | BZAM Cannabis
Episode 13 with Zac Staz, VP of Sales at BZAM Cannabis.
#12 - Arjen A. Melis | Djot
Tune in to episode 12 with Arjen A. Melis, Co-Founder and President at Djot as we discuss innovate ways to consume cannabis.
#11 - David Schwede | Heritage Cannabis
Episode 11 with David Schwede, CEO at Heritage Cannabis.
#10 - Dwayne Stewart | Kinloch Wellness
Episode 10 with Dwayne Stewart, CEO at Kinloch Wellness.
#09 - Paul Dhillon | Adastra Labs
Episode nine with Paul Dhillon, National Sales Director at Adastra Labs.
#08 - David Côté | Northern Helm
#07 - Toni Shelton | Collective Project
Episode seven with Toni Shelton, Director of Marketing, Communications and Innovation at Collective Project.
#06 - Jeremy Timoteo | Canopy Growth
Episode six with Jeremy Timoteo, Director of Premium Brands at Canopy Growth.
#05 - Mark Coffie | Magical Butter
Episode five with Mark Coffie, Chief Revenue Officer at Magical Brands. Listen along as we learn about how Magical Brands approaches the market supplementing and supporting the cannabis industry.
#04 - Alison Gordon | Other People's Pot
Episode four with Alison Gordon, Co-Founder of Other People's Pot. Listen along as she gives some insight on how she supports brands with getting their products into stores and creating those relationships.
#03 - Dan Sutton | Tantalus Labs
Listen to our third episode where we connect with Dan Sutton, Founder & CEO at Tantalus Labs. Listen along as Dan shares the good, the bad and the ugly both with his company and with the industry.
#02 - Trish Lackey | Sunday Market
Up next, we connect with Trish Lackey, Sr. Director of Rec Brands & PR at Sunday Market. Listen along as we learn about Lackey's previous work at David's Tea and Saje Natural Wellness, and how that experience impacts the work she does building cannabis brands in Canada.
#01 - Rene Kaza | WYLD Edibles
For our first episode, we connect with Rene Kaza, the co-founder of WYLD edibles. Rene joins us to discuss how he got started in the cannabis industry, quitting his job as a firefighter to join the company, and WYLD entering the Canadian marketplace.