We got another Black Woman in Cannabis ya’ll! If you know her, you already know this will be a great conversation. But if you don’t know her, I’m super excited to introduce you to Lucille Verdé, your favorite stay at home stoner. Lucille is a cannabis entrepreneur and the owner of Canna Cape Cod, a unique bud and breakfast in DC.

In this episode of Bet On Yourself, Sis!, Lucille shares her journey in the cannabis industry, both personal and professional. She highlights the importance of community building, the cultural nuances of being a stoner, and the spiritual growth that comes with entrepreneurship.

Our conversation emphasizes the significance of empowering Black Women, especially within the cannabis industry, showcasing the nurturing and supportive community we create. We discuss the importance of advocating for those still incarcerated for cannabis-related offenses. And we stress the need for authenticity, resilience, and commitment in entrepreneurship and the importance of recognizing signs in business and life.

We talk:

4:10 - The journey of building a cannabis business

12:05 - Navigating the cannabis industry while community building

19:24 - Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship

25:31 - From dream job to dream life

38:06 - The injustice of cannabis incarceration

42:52 - Empowering Black Women Entrepreneurs!

Episode References:

Last Prisoner Project

Free My Weedman

Buy Weed From Women

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