October TABLEOFCONTENTS Marijuana Business Magazine October 2020 * Volume 7 * Issue 9 M40ARIJUANA ON THE BALLOT The White House and congressional seats are up for grabs as voters in several states consider legalizing new marijuana markets. C74HILD'S PLAY NO MORE Product and packaging manufacturers must work together to create aesthetically pleasing childproof designs that seniors can open. P82ROMOTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE Diversifying your operation starts with job descriptions and interviews, continues through onboarding and professional growth. H94OW GROWERS CAN EXECUTE A BRANDING DEAL California marijuana brand Cookies contracts with cultivators in other states to expand flower market. Veritas Fine Cannabis in Denver dedicates about 15% of its production to growing flower for the Cookies marijuana brand. Photo by Bart Schaneman 4 Marijuana Business Magazine | October 2020 FEATURES