Course Overview
The Launch My Cannabiz™ Entrepreneurship Program Series is a live virtual course designed to help aspiring and current cannabis entrepreneurs launch, manage, and scale their businesses.
This six-module, twenty-four (24) session program features expert-led instruction, interactive materials, and personalized guidance. Participants will gain insights into the cannabis industry's unique challenges, local regulations, and market opportunities.
With live sessions, 1:1 support, and on-demand resources, this course offers flexibility and practical tools for busy professionals.
Program Format
- Live Instruction: Each module is delivered live by an instructor. All Launch instructors are business consultants in the cannabis industry, working with entrepreneurs 1:1 in our technical assistance programs.
- Session Recordings: Missed sessions are available on the Teachable platform.
- Comprehensive Learning Materials: Each course module includes written material, quizzes, resources, and optional assignments.
- Interactive Platform: Students can interact with the instructor and peers through the platform.
- Module Wrap-Ups: Each module concludes with a live wrap-up session, including a Q&A, led by the instructor.
Module 1: Introduction to Starting a Cannabis Business
Build foundational knowledge about the cannabis industry to prepare for launching and managing a successful business.
Module 2: Legal and Financial Foundations
Master the legal and financial components necessary for starting and sustaining a compliant and profitable cannabis business.
Module 3: Building a Business Plan for Success
Develop a comprehensive business plan that aligns with your goals and industry requirements.
Module 4: Understanding and Managing Cannabis Business Types
Gain an understanding of different cannabis business types and their operations to build knowledge applicable to your business or partnerships in the industry.
Module 5: Marketing for Cannabis Entrepreneurs
Develop effective and compliant marketing strategies to grow your cannabis business.
Module 6: Operations and Scaling for Long-Term Success
Learn how to manage daily operations and scale your cannabis business sustainably.
Curriculum
About Launch Industries
Launch Industries is a woman-owned consulting and education firm based in Seattle, Washington, with deep, real-world cannabis expertise.
Our instructors are active cannabis industry consultants who provide 1:1 technical assistance and bring that hands-on experience directly into the classroom.
Launch Industries has supported over nearly 1,000 small businesses and nonprofits and to date has provided over 8,000 hours of technical assistance and business consulting services.
We have also delivered large-scale, cannabis-specific, government-backed technical assistance programs to entrepreneurs via contracts with the Washington State Department of Commerce and the City of Sacramento.
With a team of 40+ consultants and an equity-centered approach, we deliver high-touch, practical guidance that gets results. Visit our website to learn more about our company and services.
