On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Matt Zemon, writer of Beyond the Trip and Psychedelics for Everyone. Matt Zemon, MSc, an Educator, Author, and Leader in Psychedelic Wellness, specializes in the impact of psychedelics on mental health. Author of the best-selling Psychedelics for Everyone and the pr…

Louis Gump, President of Cambian Solutions. Louis Gump is a business builder, transformational leader, and pragmatic optimist. He is also author of the Amazon bestselling book The Inside Innovator: A Practical Guide to Intrapreneurship, published in March 2024. Louis has worked with some of the most recognized companies in the world, developing tal…

Unlocking Opportunities in Cannabis: Compliance and Market Dynamics with David Zelinger, Partner at Canis Major Partners David Zelinger, the founder and Managing Partner of Canis Major Partners (CMP), brings nearly 20 years of experience in global investment banking and fintech. He began his career managing credit derivatives and global USD swap tr…

Wellness Waves: Surfing the CBD and Botanicals with Jacana's CEO & Co-Founder, Alexandra Chong Alexandra Chong is the CEO & Co-Founder of JACANA, Jamaica’s leading wellness brand, is committed to bringing plant-based solutions to the forefront of holistic wellness. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on harnessing the inherent powers of plants to …

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Kimberly Chew, Senior Counsel at Husch Blackwell. Kimberly is a seasoned legal professional with a rich background in biotech research, leveraging her extensive experience to guide clients through the intricate landscape of clinical trials and academic research comp…

Charting Success: A Conversation with Pankaj, President & CEO at Renaissance Park Corporation Pankaj is a seasoned executive with a remarkable track record of driving growth and innovation across various sectors, including technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and SaaS. He has held key leadership positions in notable companies like McAfee, Complia…

Greg Nutter, Best Selling Author, Management Consultant Greg Nutter is a management consultant who helps business owners and senior sales executives solve revenue growth problems through direct, indirect, or multi-channel sales models. He is also the author of the Amazon Best-Selling Book, “P3 Selling: The Essentials of B2B Sales Success”. With ove…

Rolling Forward: Innovations in Cannabis Automation with Kyle Loucks Kyle Loucks is the Founder and CEO of RollPros, an automation company revolutionizing the cannabis industry with its cutting-edge TruRoll technology, which replicates the precision of hand-rolled premium joints on a large scale. Before establishing RollPros, Kyle held various lead…

High Finance: Deciphering Cannabis Economics with Guillermo Rodriguez, the Virtual CFO Colton Keluche is a dynamic marketing and communications expert renowned for his prowess in high-growth enterprises. With a natural flair for innovation, he seamlessly navigates the complexities of both startup ventures and Fortune 500 corporations. Rooted in his…

High Finance: Deciphering Cannabis Economics with Guillermo Rodriguez, the Virtual CFO When the pandemic struck, it presented an opportunity for Guillermo to reassess his priorities. Like many others, he saw it as a blank slate to reflect on what truly mattered. As events unfolded, he felt compelled to adopt a more preventative approach to health, …

Emma Tessler, Founder + CEO of Ninety Five Media Emma Tessler is the Founder + CEO of Ninety Five Media; a digital marketing agency that builds results-driven marketing strategies for scaling brands. With 8 years of marketing experience under her belt, Emma helps brands connect with ideal clients, build community, and convert audience members into …

Exploring the Sweet Side of Cannabis: Matha Figaro's Journey with ButACake In this podcast episode, Bruce Eckfeldt chats with Matha Figaro, CEO of ButACake, a cannabis edibles company. Matha shares her journey from culinary arts to cannabis entrepreneurship, highlighting her motivation for entering the cannabis space and her experience as one of th…

Cultivating Change: Christine De La Rosa's Journey in Cannabis In this podcast episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Christine De La Rosa, CEO and National Co-Founder of The People's Ecosystem and Founder & Fund Manager of The People’s Group. Christine's impact in the cannabis industry is undeniable, with accolades such as being named to …

Cannabis and Ownership: Exploring ESOP Strategies with Darren Gleeman In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Darren Gleeman, a financial expert renowned for his ESOP knowledge and financial acumen. Darren serves as the Managing Partner of MBO Ventures, bringing with him a wealth of experience in various ventures, inc…

Emerging Innovations: Lucid Green's Cannabis Supply Chain Revolution with Filip Luneski In this episode of Thinking Outside the Bud, Bruce Eckfeldt hosts Filip Luneski, VP Head of Marketing at Lucid Green, a company revolutionizing the cannabis industry through data and supply chain organization. Bruce and Filip discuss the intricate landscape of t…

Blazing Trails: Navigating Cannabis Consumption Culture with Bryan Bergman Bryan Bergman is an innovative and forward-thinking business attorney that focuses on monetization and deal making and helping clients at all stages of their business lifecycle with a laser focus on helping businesses be authentically successful and maximize their efforts in…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Robert Ansin, the Founder of Healing Hearts Changing Minds. Below is how Alex describes himself on LinkedIn. Massachusetts-born entrepreneur and philanthropist Proven track record as change agent and community leader Passionate about the potential of psychedelic-ass…

Stacie Sussman, CRO, RevUp Advisory As a Chief Revenue Officer, Stacie Sussman serves as the linchpin for over a hundred Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy, Sales, Revenue Management, and Operations engagements. When companies encounter growth plateaus, they turn to her team for guidance. Their advisory approach consistently transforms stagnation into sus…

High-Tech Healing: Izzy Kirsh Unveils mode's Cannabis Revolution In this podcast episode, Bruce Eckfeldt interviews Izzy Kirsh, the founder and CEO of mode, a company focusing on innovative cannabis consumption devices. They discuss various aspects of the cannabis industry, including consumer trends, product innovation, and challenges in the market…

Michael Walford-Grant, Founder, Director of MDWG Consulting Ltd Michael Walford-Grant is a professional B2B salesperson, running his own sales consultancy practice, built on the foundations of a thirty-year track record in technology sales into the financial banking sector. Prior to setting up his business, MDWG Consulting Ltd, in 2020, he worked f…

Sipping on the Green Wave: Exploring Cannabis Beverages with Paul Weaver of Boston Beer Company In this engaging episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt leads a captivating conversation with Paul Weaver, Director, Head of Cannabis at the Boston Beer Company. The episode centers on the cannabis beverage industry, exploring regulatory c…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Alex Atwood. Below is how Alex describes himself on LinkedIn. I’ve been an entrepreneur since elementary school when I bought and resold candy and bubble gum from the grocery at a 150% markup. Since then, I have been a founder and CEO of four highly successful compa…

Melina Palmer, CEO, The Brainy Business Melina Palmer is a globally celebrated keynote speaker showing companies how they can easily get customers to buy and employees to buy in by leveraging the power of behavioral economics. She is CEO of The Brainy Business, which provides behavioral economics training and consulting to businesses of all sizes f…

Budding Success: Crafting Cannabis Brands with Andrew DeAngelo and Christopher Peak In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt, the host, welcomes two guests, Andrew DeAngelo, founder of Andrew DeAngelo Consulting, and Christopher Peak, SVP of Retail Development at ACV Consulting. The discussion revolves around the challenges and…

Empowering Health: Debi Wimberley's Journey with Medical Cannabis and the Vision Behind Effective Cannabis Newsletter In this episode of Thinking Outside the Bud, your host Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Debi Wimberley, the visionary founder of Effective Cannabis Newsletter. Debi, a resilient advocate for medical cannabis education, shares her journey of …

Ethan Bull, Co-founder, ProAssisting Ethan Bull is a co-founder of ProAssisting, a next-generation remote, fractional executive assistance firm for business owners and C-suite executives. With a background in hospitality and an expert in the EA space, Ethan has held a variety of senior positions, including Director of Administrative Services and se…

Navigating the Cannabis Landscape with Kris Walker Co-Founder at Hoodie In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Kris Walker, President and Co-founder at Hoodie, as the special guest. Together, they navigate the intriguing intersection of cannabis and data analytics, delving into the evolving landscape of the cannabis …

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Robin Arnott and Sandeep Prakash of SoundSelf. SoundSelf SoundSelf knows that therapists and healers are more than just one-size-fits-all practitioners of a system—they’re highly empathetic and creative souls who yearn to better their patients and community. SoundSe…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Rebecca Nicholson, the CEO of 5D World/5D Ventures. Rebecca Nicholson has extensive experience working with top international companies and founders in the health and wellness realm including Dimensions Retreats, Holos, Kuya, Othership and Beckley Retreats. She is d…

Unveiling the green horizon: A conversation with Dan Huerter on CBD, Cannabis, and the Ever-Changing Landscape of Regulation and Business Join us as Bruce explores the dynamics of the hemp and cannabis industry with Dan Huerter, CEO of Pure Spectrum CBD, unraveling the complexities of regulations, business challenges, and the transformative power o…

Cultivating Success: Inside the High-End Cannabis Industry with Joanne Wilson In this episode, we have Joanne Wilson, Founder and CEO of Gotham NYC, a prominent cannabis dispensary in New York. Joanne shares her professional journey, highlighting her venture into the cannabis industry and the challenges faced within the New York regulatory landscap…

Navigating New York's Cannabis Landscape: Insights from Legal Expert Katie Neer In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," host Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Katie Neer, of counsel at Dickinson and Avella, to discuss the world of cannabis with a focus on the New York market. The conversation covers various aspects of the cannabis industry, including …

Bridging Equity: A Journey through Cannabis Entrepreneurship with Annu Khot Tune in as Annu Khot shares her journey, challenges faced in the cannabis business, and insights into the evolving market dynamics. Emphasizing social equity, Annu shares her experiences employing individuals from impacted communities and explores efforts to rehabilitate th…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Cory Firth, the Co-Founder of Neuma. On his LinkedIn profile, Cory describes himself in the following way: I am a human-impact coach, consultant and entrepreneur who combines a unique set of strategic development & communication tools that empower individuals and or…

Navigating Regulations and Reshaping the Industry Landscape with Leslie Bocskor Tune in to this conversation with Leslie Bocskor, Chairman of Indoor Harvest and Executive Chairman at Electrum Partners. Delve into Lesley's seasoned perspective on the cannabis market's current state, regulatory challenges, and the potential impact of federal reschedu…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Marik Hazan, the Managing Partner of Tabularasa Ventures. Marik is an engineer, advocate, entrepreneur, and investor who has worked across “counter culture” industries. He founded the first incubator focused on psychedelic startups and runs the world’s largest psych…

From Challenges to Opportunities: A Deep Dive into the Cannabis Market with Paper Planes CEO, Paul Weiss Beginning with market opportunities and challenges, Paul Weiss shares his journey, emphasizing the importance of a balanced management team. The discussion delves into the intricacies of cannabis products and operations, with a focus on strategi…

Data-Driven Strategies in Cannabis: A Deep Dive with Roy Bingham of BDSA Roy Bingham co-founded BDSA in 2015 after recognizing that the cannabis industry lacked the kind of sophisticated data that is both commonplace and essential in other industries. His drive to help the industry understand consumer behavior and capture growth opportunities has b…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Gv Freeman, a Transformational Guide and Founder of PsychedelicIQ. Gv Freeman's coaching and sacred medicine practices represent a Venn diagram of entrepreneurship, mental health, and psychedelics. After 20 years as a serial entrepreneur, Gv started following his tr…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Kyle Buller, the Chief of Training and Clinical Education for Psychedelics Today (and Vital Training). Kyle subsequently earned his B.A. in Transpersonal Psychology from Burlington College, where he focused on studying the healing potential of non-ordinary states of…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Tyler Zakovich, the Head of Real Estate for Healing Realty Trust, Inc. Tyler is the Co-Founder and Principal at TGP Ventures and Alpha Real Estate Association. He melds 20+ years of real estate acumen with a transaction record nearing $2B, embodying unmatched expert…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Matthew Helt, a certified psychedelic integration coach and CEO of Prairiesattva. As an ICF-certified PCC growth and development coach, psychedelic integration coach, and CEO of Prairiesattva, Matt works with startup founders and other leaders who recognize that som…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Darryl Hudson, the Co-Founder and CIO of GoodCap Pharmaceuticals. Darryl Hudson is a PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics and is active in the Hemp, Cannabis and Psychedelic Drug Development Industries. GoodCap Pharmaceuticals Inc. (goodcap.com) is a leading Canadi…

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Christi Myers, the author of The Founder and CEO of Flow Integrative. Christi is a passionate advocate for the human potential and the transformative benefits of psychedelic wellness. As the Founder and CEO of Flow Integrative, she has dedicated herself to creating …

On this episode of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by Jennifer Chesak, the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. Jennifer is the author of the forthcoming book "Psilocybin for Women," to be published by Ulysses Press and distributed by Simon & Schuster in 2023. She is a Nashville-based freelance journalist, edit…

Sustainable Cannabis Cultivation and Market Expansion with Stone Road's CEO, Lex Corwin In this episode, join us for an insightful conversation with Lex Corwin, the CEO and Founder of Stone Road. We delve into sustainable cannabis cultivation practices and Stone Road's journey of market expansion. Lex shares his experiences, including his backgroun…

Welcome to the fourth season of the Psychedelic Invest Podcast! It's great to be back! On the season premiere episode, host Bruce Eckfeldt is joined by James Gilligan, the CEO of Tryp Therapeutics. Jim received his Ph.D. in Pharmacology and Toxicology from the University of Connecticut; he continued his post graduate education at the Roche Institut…

Crafting Successful Cannabis Brands: Tips from Evan Eneman, Founder & CEO, Sands Lane and Harmony Craft Beverages In this episode, Evan Adelman, Founder and CEO of Sands Lane and Harmony Craft Beverages, shares his insights about the evolving world of cannabis. Evan discusses the importance of cannabis branding, lifestyle attributes, and navigating…

Anthony Coniglio, President & CEO of NewLake Capital Partners on the Intersection of Real Estate and Cannabis Industry Explore the dynamic world of cannabis and real estate in this engaging episode featuring Anthony Coniglio, CEO of New Lake Capital Partners. Discover the unique challenges and opportunities in the cannabis industry, delve into sale…

Challenges and Opportunities in New York's Emerging Cannabis Market: Insights from Nicolas Guarino, CEO and Founder of Naturae Nicolas Guarino, CEO of Naturae shares his insights about the cannabis extraction industry and the evolving New York market. Guarino shares his journey from CBD to THC-focused brands, discusses the challenges in the market,…