WA Social Equity – Cannabis Program

You are welcome, no matter your background.

When you combine life experience with curiosity, you have a business learning mindset.

I worked in a cannabis store.

You have worked as an employee at a cannabis business, so you know the day-to-day operations of a store. You need to learn about licensing, business plan development, finance, and compliance.

I started a restaurant, but cannabis is new

You are an experienced entrepreneur who started a business in another industry. You want to learn about the aspects of starting and operating a cannabis business that are different from other enterprises.

I'm new to business and cannabis.

You've never started a business, and you haven't worked in cannabis before. You are curious to explore what's involved in starting a cannabis business, so you can decide whether or not it's right for you.

I participated in the cannabis industry prior to it becoming legal.

You have not had the opportunity to work in the Cannabis Industry since it became legal to own and operate a Retail Store.

I worked in a cannabis store.

You have worked as an employee at a cannabis business, so you know the day-to-day operations of a store. You need to learn about licensing, business plan development, finance, and compliance.

I started a restaurant, but cannabis is new

I'm new to business and cannabis.

I participated in the cannabis industry prior to it becoming legal.

You have not had the opportunity to work in the Cannabis Industry since it became legal to own and operate a Retail Store.

I worked in a cannabis store.

You have worked as an employee at a cannabis business, so you know the day-to-day operations of a store. You need to learn about licensing, business plan development, finance, and compliance.

I started a restaurant, but cannabis is new

I'm new to business and cannabis.

I participated in the cannabis industry prior to it becoming legal.

You have not had the opportunity to work in the Cannabis Industry since it became legal to own and operate a Retail Store.

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Interested in starting a cannabis retail business in Washington? Take the Cannabis Business Roadmap training and learn how to think like an entrepreneur.

Learn essential skills

Develop the skills you need to start a successful cannabis retail business.

Take a deep dive into the business skills you will need to be successful such as creating a business plan and understanding the laws and regulations that govern this industry.

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