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著者： Bryan Fields & Kellan Finney
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 The $100+ billion cannabis industry is fueled by innovative strategies and visionary leaders. Each week, we explore the journeys of CEOs from publicly traded giants, world-renowned scientists, and underground legacy growers shaping the future of this transformative market. Bryan and Kellan uncover how these pioneers built their businesses, navigated failures and found success in this rapidly growing space. Join us to explore the lessons and insights driving the cannabis industry forward.© 2025 The Dime マネジメント マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 化学 科学 経済学
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  • Secrets Behind Failed Cannabis Builds: Where Every Team Needs to Look Now ft. David Fettner

    Secrets Behind Failed Cannabis Builds: Where Every Team Needs to Look Now ft. David Fettner
    2025/08/14
    Most cannabis facilities fail before the first wall goes up.Most assume it’s because of money — but they’re wrong.It’s because no one asked the right questions.The question you need to ask now is:Where should we be looking to set ourselves up for long-term success?Asking the right questions is critical — because decisions made for today can become death warrants tomorrow. Knowing where to look (and what to avoid) can be a game-changer.This week, we sit down with David Fettner, Managing Partner at Grow America Builders, to expose the hidden pitfalls that derail cannabis facility projects before they even begin.From chaotic planning to compliance nightmares to overinvesting in the wrong upgrades, we break down the most expensive — and avoidable — mistakes in the game.In this episode, we cover:• The most common and costly mistakes operators make when building cannabis facilities• Where smart investments need to be made now — including AI, technology, and automation• What separates successful projects from the ones that go sidewaysChapters00:00 Introduction to David Fetner and Grow America Builders03:04 Transitioning to the Cannabis Industry06:08 Navigating Zoning and Construction Challenges09:01 Balancing Grower Preferences and Compliance12:03 Evaluating Properties and Site Selection14:59 Timing and Strategy for Engaging with Builders17:59 Upgrading Facilities for Compliance and Efficiency21:53 Incremental Upgrades in Cannabis Facilities24:08 Engineering for Regional Climate Challenges25:14 Self-Contained Climate Control in Grow Rooms27:01 The Role of Data and AI in Cultivation29:51 Proactive Pest and Disease Management with AI31:39 AI's Role in Climate Control and Efficiency33:01 Overcoming Resistance to Technology in Growing36:27 The Future of Sustainable Cannabis Growing38:16 Cost Challenges in Sustainable Practices40:21 Must-Have Facilities Features for Efficiency43:21 The Importance of Due Diligence in Facility Planning45:10 Common Mistakes in Cannabis Facility Management46:15 Understanding Budget Constraints for Successful ProjectsSummaryIn this conversation, David Fetner, managing partner of Grow America Builders, shares his journey into the cannabis industry, discussing the unique challenges of construction and zoning in this emerging field. He emphasizes the importance of early consultation, the role of technology and AI in cultivation, and the need for facility upgrades to meet compliance standards. David also highlights common mistakes made by teams and the significance of understanding budget constraints. The discussion concludes with insights into sustainability and the future of cannabis cultivation.Guest Linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/david-fettner-79a108148https://growamericabuilders.com/https://www.instagram.com/growamericabuildershttps://www.linkedin.com/company/grow-america-builders-llc/Our LinksBryan Fields on TwitterKellan Finney on TwitterThe Dime on TwitterExtraction Teams: Want to cut costs and get more out of every run? Unlock hidden revenue by extracting more from the same input—with Newton Insights.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcastThe Dime is a top 10 Cannabis Podcast The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished.Sign up for our playbook here:🎥 YouTube: The Dime📸 Instagram: The Dimehttps://www.newton-insights.com/
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    50 分
  • The ROI of Pre-Roll Automation: Scaling Quality, Reducing Labor, and Hitting 20K+ a Day ft. Shahar Yamay

    The ROI of Pre-Roll Automation: Scaling Quality, Reducing Labor, and Hitting 20K+ a Day ft. Shahar Yamay
    2025/08/07

    Every investment is just an ROI calculator.

    Automation feels risky—until you run the numbers.

    It doesn’t kill craftsmanship—it scales it.

    Growing your pre-roll category usually means balancing sales growth with hand-filling teams to maintain quality.

    But what if you could do both?

    What if you could leverage best-in-class automation to hit your numbers faster, cleaner, cheaper—without sacrificing quality?

    The truth?

    You don’t need 30 people rolling joints when 3 people and a machine can do it better.

    This week, we sit down with Shahar Yamay, CEO of Hefestus Technologies, to break it down.

    • The ROI of Automation—and how to know if it actually makes sense
    • Balancing scale, quality, and consistency in cannabis manufacturing
    • Why automation doesn’t replace jobs—it removes bottlenecks

    Summary

    In this episode, Bryan Fields and Kellan Finney welcome Shahar Yamay, CEO of Festus Technologies, to discuss the evolution of automation in the cannabis industry. Shahar shares insights on the iterative design process, the importance of customer feedback, and the challenges faced in R&D. The conversation also covers the current state of automation, ROI considerations, and the integration of AI for quality control. Shahar emphasizes the need for open-mindedness in engineering and the importance of being a trusted partner in the industry. The episode concludes with a look at future innovations and how listeners can connect with Festus Technologies.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Festus Technologies and Shahar Yamay

    03:04 The Evolution of Cannabis Automation

    05:58 Iterative Design and Customer Feedback

    08:55 Challenges in Automation and R&D

    12:14 Integration with Cannabis and Hemp

    15:11 The State of Automation in the Cannabis Industry

    18:04 ROI and the Case for Automation

    21:06 Training and Implementation of Automated Systems

    23:55 Quality Control and AI in Automation

    27:02 Future Innovations and Industry Trends

    30:08 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

    Guest Links:

    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaharyamay/?originalSubdomain=il
    • https://www.hefestus-tech.com/
    • https://www.instagram.com/hefestus_1
    • https://www.linkedin.com/company/hefestus-ltd/
    • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFYcTJousPQjjB6NsMFyBnA

    Our Links

    Bryan Fields on Twitter

    Kellan Finney on Twitter

    The Dime on Twitter

    Newton Insights: For extraction teams, everything changes when you can finally see what’s happening in real time.

    At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.

    8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain

    The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast

    The Dime is a top 10 Cannabis Podcast

    The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished.

    Sign up for our playbook here:

    🎥 YouTube: The Dime

    📸 Instagram: The Dime

    https://www.newton-insights.com/
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    39 分
  • Keep Your Eye on Ohio: Why California’s Failures Are Michigan’s Success, and the Global Cannabis Landscape ft. Hirsh Jain

    Keep Your Eye on Ohio: Why California’s Failures Are Michigan’s Success, and the Global Cannabis Landscape ft. Hirsh Jain
    2025/07/31

    What’s the real goal of a legal cannabis market?
    If it’s to replace the illicit market, create safe access, and drive tax revenue—then why is California, the world’s 4th largest economy, failing while Michigan is thriving?

    Despite California’s size and cultural dominance, cannabis sales are shrinking, cities are refusing to opt in, and the illicit market is flourishing.
    Meanwhile, Michigan is seeing record growth, robust retail access, and real tax benefits flowing back to local communities.

    So—who’s to blame?
    Is it the regulators? The lawmakers? The businesses?
    Or is the system itself fundamentally broken?

    This week, we bring back Hirsh Jain to break down:

    • Why California’s cannabis model is failing
    • How Michigan’s success exposes the flaws of others
    • Why Ohio is the political key to national cannabis reform
    • The rise of the global cannabis supply chain—and what it means for the U.S.

    Chapters

    00:00 California's Cannabis Crisis

    06:54 Regulatory Challenges and Solutions

    14:07 Comparing California and Michigan's Markets

    21:59 The Role of Federal Reform and Rescheduling

    28:45 Navigating Political Compromises in Cannabis Advocacy

    36:53 The Ohio Cannabis Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges

    46:05 Texas and Ohio: A Political Triangle in Cannabis Reform

    51:39 Future Predictions: The Next Year in Cannabis Legislation

    Summary

    In this episode, Bryan Fields and Kellan Finney engage with Hirsch Jain to discuss the current state of the cannabis industry, focusing on California's regulatory challenges, the comparison with Michigan's market, and the potential for federal reform. They explore the impact of state policies, the role of regulators, and the influence of international trends on the U.S. cannabis landscape. The conversation highlights the need for accountability and effective leadership in navigating the complexities of cannabis regulation.

    Guest Links:

    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/hirsh-jain/
    • https://www.linkedin.com/company/ananda-strategy/
    • https://www.anandastrategy.com/
    • https://www.instagram.com/anandastrategy/
    • https://x.com/anandastrategy

    Our Links

    Bryan Fields on Twitter

    Kellan Finney on Twitter

    The Dime on Twitter

    At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.

    8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain

    The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast

    The Dime is a top 10 Cannabis Podcast

    The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished.

    Sign up for our playbook here:

    🎥 YouTube: The Dime

    📸 Instagram: The Dime

    https://www.newton-insights.com/
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    57 分
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