$12.95 Insights for cannabis executives, investors & entrepreneurs Marijuana on the Ballot The White House and congressional seats are up for grabs as voters in several states consider legalizing new cannabis markets VOL 7 * ISSUE 9 * October 2020 10 FIVE QUESTIONS Washington DC lobbyist Saphira Galoob on how election could impact marijuana reform. Executing Branding Deals Childproofing MJ Packaging Adding Diversity in the Workplace On Our Cover Voters across the country will help decide the future of marijuana reform through the Nov. 3 general election. 14 TRENDS & HOT TOPICS States' existing licensing strategies favor MSOs, but social equity applicants should get first crack at permits. 16 IN FOCUS Michigan retailer celebrates opening months with livestreamed event. 100 BEST PRACTICES IN EXTRACTION How to source and select vaporizer hardware. 108 QUESTION OF THE MONTH Has your cannabis retail business been affected by product supply interruptions? 8 From the Editor 10 Q&A With Saphira Galoob 12 Hemp Notebook 14 Trends & Hot Topics 16 In Focus 18 Company News 24 Industry Developments 100 Best Practices in Extraction 104 Industry Players 108 Question of the Month 110 Market at a Glance 112 Our Advertisers 114 Notable Quotes October 2020 | mjbizdaily.com 5 DEPARTMENTShttp://www.mjbizdaily.com