The Cannabis Private Investment Summit West took place in Beverly Hills, CA on May 4, 2016. The event brought together the best and brightest entrepreneurs, advocates, thought leaders, and funders to elevate the cannabis industry.
Bloomberg 'Material World' Podcast: There's Something About Mary Jane
"As Cannabis seemingly barrels toward federal legalization, hosts Lindsey and Jenny dig into the unique challenges faced by ganja-preneurs in the American states where it’s already gained legal status. Guests include Christian Hageseth, Cheeche Marin, and Charlo Greene."
Business Insider - Take a tour inside Denver's multi-million dollar legal marijuana empire
"Colorado legalized the use of medical marijuana in 2000 and recreational use in 2012. But as Hageseth tells Business Insider, 'We are still an unwelcome business on the federal level....It's illegal for a bank to take my money. It's just like they were taking El Chapo Guzman's money or Scarface's money. I am treated like any other drug dealer.'"
Cannabis Industry Journal: A Q&A With Christian Hageseth: Innovate or Die
"Christian Hageseth, founder of American Cannabis Partners, Green Man Cannabis and the Colorado Cannabis Ranch and author of 'Big Weed,' gave a presentation at the recent High Times Business Summit titled 'Innovate or Die.' During the session, he discussed at length why industry leadership in innovation is key in determining the progress and growth of the cannabis industry."
WeedWorthy - Legal cannabis industry veteran: We're just getting started
"Veteran cannabis entrepreneur Christian Hageseth says the legal cannabis industry is rapidly evolving and on the verge of explosive growth."
Stacking Benjamins - Legal Marijuana: Backpacks Full of Cash and Banking Frustrations with Christian Hageseth
"Christian Hageseth, founder of Green Man Cannabis, and author of the book Big Weed, joins Joe and OG down in the basement to give insight into the struggles of the all cash legal marijuana world."
Stacking Benjamins - Should You Invest In Big Weed? with Christian Hageseth
"Ah, marijuana….maybe the most asked question: 'Is this an investment opportunity?' Christian Hageseth is on the front lines."
Deadline Hollywood - Green Man Cannabis Founder Christian Hageseth Headed For Reality Series With High Noon
"High Noon Entertainment and Dan Farah’s Farah Films have put in development an unscripted series on Green Man Cannabis founder Christian Hageseth and are shopping the project to cable networks. The companies secured life rights to Hageseth, who’s described as the new face of the emerging legalized-marijuana industry in the U.S."
Yahoo! Finance - Legal Marijuana is Getting Cheaper in Colorado and Washington
"The average price of a gram of marijuana is currently about $12 in Washington, according to the latest data from the state’s Liquor Control Board. That’s down from about $30 at its peak in August of last year."
CNN Money - How marijuana businesses handle piles of cash
"Recreational marijuana is legal in 4 states, but banks are still hesitant to work with the industry since pot remains illegal at the federal level."