We Are the Industry is an ongoing series featuring Dutchie employees with deep experience in the cannabis industry. Dutchie's employees care about the industry because we are the industry.
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Which cannabis companies have you worked for?
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4 years at Earth's Healing Dispensary in Tucson, AZ, starting as a budtender and finished as GM
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What did you like most about working with cannabis?
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I love the fast-paced nature of the industry and how quickly it evolves. This constant change forces us to be innovative and adaptable. I have a deep personal passion for cannabis, which makes working in this field especially rewarding.
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What have you learned moving from plant touching work to tech?
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In a plant-touching environment, the focus is typically on adhering to state-specific compliance regulations and following company SOPs. Transitioning into cannabis tech has required me to broaden my knowledge, learning about regulations across all states and understanding a variety of company SOPs. This shift has taught me to adapt my thinking to meet the unique needs of each client.
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Whatβs your advice for those starting out in cannabis?
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My advice is to never hesitate to show your passion for the cannabis industry and the plant itselfβpassion drives change. Stay flexible, as things can shift rapidly in this field.
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