Gelato Cannabis Unifies Multi-State Structure

SAN DIEGO – Gelato Cannabis announced that it has completed the acquisition of its California operations, integrating them under a single ownership and leadership framework that now spans California, Michigan, and Arizona.

The move brings the company’s home-state presence [where the Gelato brand originated as a premium lifestyle label known for flower, vapes, edibles, and novelty products] into alignment with its existing multi-state footprint. Founded in 2022 by a team of industry veterans, Gelato has built a reputation for quality and consistency, drawing on the legacy of the Sadler family and expanding into markets like Michigan, where it has demonstrated operational scalability.

“This acquisition represents a transformative moment for Gelato Cannabis, as California is now integrated into a fully unified, multi-state organization,” CEO Chris Hindo said in the announcement. “We emphasize continuity, cultural respect, and clear communication during this transition. Near-term operations will continue as ‘business as usual,’ while we thoughtfully align our strategies for future growth.”

In the broader Cannabis sector, such internal consolidations have become a practical step for brands operating across state lines, where regulatory differences and separate entities can complicate efficiency. By bringing California under the same umbrella, Gelato positions itself to streamline decision-making, share best practices from its Michigan operations, and pursue coordinated expansion.

Sales data from late 2025 showed Gelato maintaining solid rankings in categories like edibles and pre-rolls in California and vapor pens in Michigan, though with some fluctuations in concentrates and edibles rankings in the latter market. The acquisition could help stabilize and build on those performances by reducing fragmentation.

As the industry continues to favor operators with scale and cross-market experience, this step strengthens Gelato’s foundation without immediate signs of major external deals or capital raises. For a brand rooted in California’s competitive environment, unifying operations marks a measured advance toward greater operational coherence in a market that rewards consistency over rapid, disjointed growth.