Max Rudsten didn’t set out for a career in cannabis but ever since a ‘utopian’ moment inspired him to journey into the industry, he’s never looked back. In this episode of Cannabis Matters, series host and ForceBrands’ Client Strategist Eric Rosen goes behind the scenes of POSIBL, an organic farm in Monterey County, Calif., that’s […]
Stephanie Piza is nothing short of a powerhouse when it comes to talent and the creator space. The talent and management executive — who now works as Head of Emerging and Interactive Media for representation firm M88 — launched UNCMMN, a female-founded management firm focused on diverse talent and a holistic approach to management. About […]
Successful growth strategies require thoughtful planning. That’s why the last half of the year — particularly September through November — are especially important months for companies to assess their upcoming annual budgets, set goals, and build their team. Executive Director of Business Development at ForceBrands’ Impactful Search, Rhonda Taylor, discusses end-of-year hiring trends, how purpose-driven […]
One of the more recent states to legalize the recreational use of cannabis in 2022, Missouri is often considered a leader in the Midwest when it comes to the medicinal use of the plant. Medical use was legalized in 2018. At the forefront of the medical use market, BeLeaf Medical is a leader in the […]
Located in a historic building in the heart of Philadelphia, Jacquin’s has been family owned and operated for the past three generations. The company’s portfolio consists of the country’s oldest produced cordials and exciting new innovations, including Pennsylvania Dutch, Bartenders Trading Co, Irish Manor, and more. While the company has a deep-rooted heritage and a strong family legacy, […]
Demeine Estates is a family-owned producer, importer, and marketer of the world’s finest wines based in the heart of Napa Valley, Calif. A leader in luxury wines in the U.S., Demeine Estates sets the standard in exceptional marketing, fine wine sales, and distribution services. Founded by The Lawrence family and Carlton McCoy Jr., the company […]
Building a creator brand takes a lot of hard work and dedication. Doing it while your founder is still in college, meanwhile, presents its own set of challenges, but the team at Noah Schnapp’s tbh is figuring it out and excelling at it. We chatted with the hazelnut spread company’s CEO Elena Guberman to discuss […]
More than just a CBD brand, Element Apothec is at the intersection of wellness and beauty. Its founding members came together through LinkedIn networking and, after several conversations, the company was born. Through innovation and impact, Element Apothec seeks to address health and well-being through a preventative and integrative lens — all while taking care of […]
Not all creator brands are created equal. Some put the creator at the forefront of their branding and messaging while others focus on implementing the creator’s talent behind the scenes. Calirosa Tequila, the brainchild of couple Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo, is a blend of both. “What we’ve tried to do differently is let Calirosa be […]
Petalfast helps power today’s most exciting consumer brands to scale through sales, marketing, and capital. With its roots in California, the company has since expanded into other states and, as a result, its team has grown. For serial entrepreneur Jason Vegotsky, Petalfast’s CEO and Co-Founder, building resilient, sustainable teams starts with fostering a culture of growth […]