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Microbusiness Hopefuls Get Support from Top Application Consultants
Amendment 2 Consultants partners with Show-Me Organics to provide support for hopeful applicants and eventual license winners .
Missouri ’ s leading cannabis consultancy , Amendment 2 Consultants ( A2C ), announced on June 14 , its new partnership with a top Missouri cannabis company , Show-Me Organics ( operators of Vivid , Missouri ’ s Own , Buoyant Bob and Blue Sage ), to provide a one-stop-shop to support microbusiness applicants and business operations .
“ When I founded A2C in 2019 , we focused on assisting new and small businesses apply for Missouri ’ s original medical marijuana licenses , and we were pleased to help our clients collectively win nearly 20 licenses in the new market ,” said John Payne , the firm ’ s Founder and Managing Member . “ We look forward to continuing that tradition of building small businesses through the new microbusiness license opportunity .”
Amendment 2 Consultants will focus on aiding the application process and providing backend support with compliance and strategic consulting , while Show-Me Organics will provide hands-on operational support for microbusiness licensees . Interested applicants can find more information at https :// momicrolicense . com / or attend informational events as part of the Missouri Cannabis Microbusiness Info Tour ( schedule at www . mocanntrade . org / events ).
“ A2C was an incredible resource for many applicants during the 2019 application period ,” said Boston Dickerson , Show-Me Organics founder and CEO . “ We wanted to help people through this process , and this partnership allows us to offer guidance in cultivation , manufacturing , and marketing while also offering access to the best application consultants in Missouri .”
At least 48 microbusiness licenses will be issued in Missouri , with winners selected through a lottery . License winners will benefit from the support of industry leaders in cultivation , manufacturing , marketing , and retail . Show-Me Organics aims to demystify the process for applicants and cover application costs for up to six ( 6 ) applications . Winning applicants from the incubator will also benefit from training by Show-Me Organics ’ experts in cultivation , manufacturing , marketing , and retail .
“ This gives me the best opportunity to accomplish my goal of growing access to cannabis for veterans ,” said Microlicense applicant and Navy veteran Daniel Jones who hosts a cannabis radio show as Waxy Brown . “ I can think of no better way to do that than to team up with A2C — who have a proven track record of writing licenses — and Show-Me Organics — a leading operator with an eye on patients .”
For more information about Show-Me Organics and its products offered , visit www . showmeorganics . com .
For more information about Amendment 2 Consultants ( A2C ) see page 32 .
News content by , Patrick Barry – BYRNE PR
38 JULY 2023
MoCannTrade Offers New Resources and Educational Events for Prospective Cannabis Microbusinesses .
The new constitutional amendment for adult use created a pathway for more Missourians to get into the cannabis industry through the microbusiness program .
Starting this month , Missourians can begin applying to the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation for microbusiness licenses . MoCannTrade is creating pre-industry programming to help prepare , educate , and connect cannabis microbusiness applicants to information and resources . By helping small business owners get started in the industry , MoCannTrade is hoping to create a more diverse and inclusive industry .
The microbusiness is different from a medical or comprehensive facility because it is designed to provide a path to facility ownership for individuals who might not otherwise easily access that opportunity , such as those with a net worth of less than $ 250,000 or veterans with a service-connected disability .
To qualify for a microbusiness facility license , applicant entities shall be majority owned by individuals who each meet at least one of several qualifications outlined in Missouri ’ s Constitution ( see htpps :// Cannabis . Mo . Gov ). They are an important part of the cannabis industry because they provide an opportunity for small business owners to get involved in the industry and create jobs in their communities .
For individuals or groups interested in applying for microbusiness facility licenses , MoCannTrade has planned a series of free events on microbusinesses — Columbia ( July 5 ), and St . Louis ( July 6 ) are free of charge . The events will cover topics such as eligibility requirements , the application process , and business and facility compliance . All dates and details will be announced at www . mocanntrade . org and see the microbusinesses banner .
Communities across Missouri are embracing marijuana facilities and small businesses as part of their local economy . As of May 9 , the Missouri cannabis industry has already sold more than $ 1 billion worth of legal cannabis and created more than 14,800 jobs . The state ’ s new microbusiness program will provide even more opportunities to break into this exciting market . If you ’ re interested in starting a cannabis microbusiness , you are encouraged to visit the MoCannTrade microbusiness webpage and consider joining its new microbusiness membership program .
MoCannTrade also encourages small business owners to join its new Microbusiness Membership Program . This program provides small business owners with valuable resources , including access to industry owner-operators , useful resources , tools , and networking opportunities . MoCannTrade ’ s annual membership dues for a Microbusiness membership are $ 1,000 . Currently , MoCannTrade is offering a $ 500 membership level for “ Microbusiness applicants ” to allow them access to all the benefits other commercial licensed members enjoy . See more about Microbusiness membership benefits at www . mocanntrade . org / cpages / microbusiness .
( See more details about microbusinesses on page 10 .)