The Harsh Reality of Running a Legal Dispensary (Break-Ins, Red Tape & Trends)

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Thanks to Chris from BlackTie Cannabis for joining this epic conversation!

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In this episode, we sit down with Chris, owner of Black Tie Cannabis in Winnipeg, Manitoba. From building his shop through the transition from vaping to the legal cannabis market, to navigating the chaos of regulations and product trends, Chris shares what it’s really like to be a dispensary owner in today’s evolving cannabis industry.

What We Cover:

Chris’s journey from vaping retail into cannabis and the early days of legalization.

How the market has shifted from flower to pre-rolls, vape carts, and edibles.

The changing quality of legal cannabis and what customers look for now (terpenes, not just THC).

Environmental concerns around disposable vape carts and batteries.

The pros and cons of running a cannabis retail store in a highly regulated industry.

The highs and lows of ownership — from break-ins to the joy of testing new products.

The future of consumption: infused pre-rolls, beverages, convenience products, and beyond.

Whether you’re curious about the behind-the-scenes of running a dispensary, or you just want to hear stories from the frontlines of the cannabis market, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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