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LOS ANGELES-- As California's cannabis market grapples with a mounting debt crisis, the fate of the industry hangs in the balance, centering around a controversial piece of legislation known as Assembly Bill 766, also referred to as "The Cannabis Credit Protection Act." This bill seeks to address the industry's financial challenges by implementing stricter credit ...

LOS ANGELES-- Amidst the picturesque landscapes of California's cannabis fields, a new wave of excitement is brewing in the Golden State. The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has unveiled a bold initiative that could potentially reshape the future for the state's struggling cultivators. In an intriguing move, Matthew Lee, General Counsel for the DCC, reached ...

LOS ANGELES-- The landscape of federal cannabis reform is undergoing a notable transformation, propelled by the growing number of states embracing adult-use cannabis. As this trend gains momentum, policymakers are increasingly compelled to consider significant modifications at the federal level. Key discussions revolve around two crucial acts: the SAFE Banking Act and the PREPARE Act, ...

LOS ANGELES-- California's relentless battle against illicit cannabis has reached a critical juncture, as state authorities strive to curb the flourishing underground market and protect the interests of legal cannabis operators and consumers. With the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) leading the charge, the government's determined efforts to dismantle illegal operations have yielded noteworthy ...

LOS ANGELES--First of all, if you don't understand PR, you're not alone. One of the top influencers in PR Parry Headrick often recycles this post and it gets hundreds of comments each time. So, instead of speaking to other PR people in this article, I am going to take the approach of explaining what is going ...

In a quaint town during his earlier years, Jeff Raymond found a commitment larger than life itself. His early days as a volunteer firefighter and first-responder instilled a profound sense of duty and service. A call that would echo again, leading him into the Air Force following the tragedies of 9/11. Within its ranks, Raymond ...

Here, in A LIFE IN A DAY, a person shares with Highly Capitalized, what life’s like for them outside their busy working week.  This week’s Life In A Day features Omar Bitar. Omar Bitar is the founder of cannabis retailer, Grupo Flor and currently is President at Grupo Flor. Before cannabis, Omar has a successful ...

Here, in A LIFE IN A DAY, a person shares with Highly Capitalized, what life’s like for them outside their busy working week. This week's Life In A Day features Wendy Campbell. Wendy is the Vice President of Sales for Jage Media.  Jage Media is the producer of the popular conference, MJ Unpacked, which features ...

Here, in A LIFE IN A DAY, a person shares with Highly Capitalized, what life’s like for them outside their busy working week. This week's Life In A Day features Wendy Campbell. Wendy is the Vice President of Sales for Jage Media.  Jage Media is the producer of the popular conference, MJ Unpacked, which features ...

JERUSALEM- Raphael Mechoulam, widely regarded as the father of cannabis research, passed away on September 27th, 2021, at the age of 92. Born in Bulgaria in 1930, Mechoulam was a brilliant Israeli chemist who dedicated his life to unlocking the secrets of the cannabis plant. Mechoulam first became interested in cannabis in the 1960s, during ...

“A Life In A Day” is one of the most popular articles on Highly Capitalized. Life In A Day is a series of articles where we highlight personalities & leaders in the cannabis & psychedelics industries. In Life in a Day, you don’t talk about your work—but share a journal of your day. Maybe it’s ...

As a dynamic and socially-conscious entrepreneur, Patrick uses creativity and a passion for human connectivity to unite individuals across social and corporate spectrums. His superpower is making solid introductions that create meaningful outcomes and amplify impact. He’s currently President at Microdose Psychedelic Insights, developing the industry's premier events and media platform alongside a highly motivated ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 17, 2022) – Veteran cannabis industry executive and entrepreneurial VC / investment expert Deborah Johnson will take the reins of CFCR as Interim Executive Director as Sarah Chase transitions to a new leadership position. Chase helped guide the organization from infancy to its position today where the Council for Federal Cannabis Regulation (CFCR) is recognized as a leading voice with ...

VANCOUVER, BC– Delic Holdings Corp (CSE: DELC) (OTCQB: DELCF) (FRA: 6X0), today shared details regarding two executive appointments. Matt Stang, co-founder and CEO of Delic, has been appointed to the role of Executive Chairman. Kevin Nicholson, COO of Delic, will transition into the role of Chief Executive Officer in addition to joining the company's Board ...

DNIPRO, Ukraine – Everyone was surprised when the war in Ukraine started. In the weeks before February 24th, many people thought Putin was simply playing hard-ball and his massive military build-ups and war maneuvers were only a bluff.  War isn’t new for Ukraine. Ukraine was the site of many bloody battles against Fascism in WWII. ...