Dispensary Marketing Podcast

A dispensary was bringing in 100 new customers every week from SEO. Then their agency went out of business, the work stopped, and those new customers dropped to almost zero before the owner noticed. In this video we explain how dispensaries can lose new customers long before revenue makes the problem obvious. You’ll learn why sales are a lagging indicator, which leading indicators to track, and ho...

In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast, we explain why your menu is not the same thing as your website, and why relying on a basic menu embed can hurt your conversions, SEO, trust, and online orders. A real dispensary website should keep customers on your domain, build trust with first-time buyers, make mobile ordering easy, show why people should choose your store, and help turn visi...

In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast, we break down why foot traffic is not the only metric cannabis retailers should be watching. If customers are still walking through the door but sales are slowing down, the issue may be hiding in your average order value, basket size, online ordering strategy, loyalty program, or customer retention system. We explain how dispensaries can spot re...

Peter Barsoom, co-founder of 1906, explains how cannabis can finally be predictable, functional, and reliable. From microdosing to beverages, he shares how 1906 designs products so you control the effects, timing, and experience, no surprises. In this episode, discover:• How functional cannabis works for high-functioning adults• Why consistency beats hype in cannabis products• The science and test...

Most dispensary loyalty programs are not failing because the platform is broken. They are failing because every customer gets the same message. In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast, we sit down with Steph Vrona to talk about what actually makes a cannabis retention program work. Steph explains how dispensaries should clean up customer data, segment audiences by real shopping behavio...

Getting more reviews is not always enough to rank your dispensary higher on Google. In this episode, Brandon breaks down the three areas dispensaries need to focus on if they want better visibility in Google Maps and local search: an active Google Business Profile, consistent high-quality reviews, and local trust signals like citations and backlinks. You’ll learn why outdated listings can hurt you...

What does it really take to win in cannabis today? In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast, we sit down with George Goulakos, Co Founder of Great White North Growers, to discuss the real challenges of building and scaling a cannabis business. George shares how his company pivoted into distribution, the biggest supply chain mistakes hurting cannabis brands, and what it takes to move pro...

Most dispensaries focus on driving more sales… but still wonder why there’s no profit left at the end of the month. In this episode of the Dispensary Marketing Podcast, we break down the 3 profit levers every dispensary misses that are quietly draining your revenue without you realizing it. You’ll learn: • Why employee turnover is costing you tens of thousands per year • How poor customer retentio...

In this episode of the Dispensary Marketing Podcast, we sit down with Nicholas Sosiak, CFO of Cannara Biotech, one of the fastest-growing cannabis LPs in Canada. Nico breaks down how Cannara built a top-performing cannabis brand from the ground up, the real process behind selecting winning genetics, and why quality and consistency are the foundation of success in the cannabis industry. He also sha...

In this episode, Jazz Samra, CEO of Sativa Bliss, interviews Brandon Quan, founder of Cannabud Marketing, about how cannabis dispensaries should actually think about marketing. They break down the biggest mistakes dispensary owners make when hiring marketing agencies, why so many retailers feel burned by SEO companies, and what realistic results from dispensary marketing should look like. Instead...

Does your dispensary feel like it should have more customers than it does? You’re not alone. In this video we talk about why dispensary owners often feel like they’re spinning their wheels but not seeing the customer flow they expect. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by marketing options or not seeing a return on effort, step back and define what truly drives customer acquisition for you.00:00 "...

How do you scale from one dispensary to 8 locations across multiple states? In this episode of the Dispensary Marketing Podcast, Alex Close, CEO of Verts Neighborhood Cannabis Dispensary, shares the real formula behind multi-state growth. From the early Colorado “Wild West” days to expanding into Missouri and Michigan, he explains why A-players, culture, and smart market selection matter more than...

This video breaks down how cannabis dispensary marketing actually works in 2026 using proven frameworks instead of random tactics. Brandon Quan explains how to increase dispensary sales, improve conversion rates, and build customer loyalty by aligning market, message, and media across your marketing channels. You’ll learn:-How dispensary marketing drives awareness, conversion, and loyalty-The 3M f...

In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Page, Director of Cultivation at Great White North Growers, to break down what actually defines cannabis quality in today’s market. Patrick shares real world insights from commercial cultivation, including why consistency matters more than hype genetics, how pricing shapes perceived quality, and what most cannabis brands...

In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast , we have SpringBig founder Jeffrey Harris for an honest conversation about what actually separates elite cannabis operators from those just scraping by. Jeffrey shares insights from working with thousands of dispensaries, including why loyalty programs alone do not create real customer loyalty, what dispensary owners consistently misunderstand a...

If your cannabis dispensary is not showing up on Google Maps, local search, or the map pack, you are already losing customers to nearby competitors. In this video, we break  down the real reasons cannabis dispensaries fail to show up on Google in 2026 and what you must do to stay visible as local search becomes more competitive. This is not generic SEO advice. This video covers the exact mistakes...

Join me behind the scenes at the ELEVATE Cannabis Retailer Expo 2025, where I delivered a full Cannabis Retailer Talk on dispensary marketing, customer growth, and the systems successful cannabis retailers are using this year. In this video, you’ll see exactly what it’s like to speak at a major cannabis industry event, connect with dispensary owners face-to-face, and share strategies that actually...

Running a cannabis dispensary sounds like a dream: endless growth, passion for the plant, and the promise of big profits. But after working with dispensary owners across the country and hearing their stories firsthand, there’s a side to this industry that often gets overlooked. It’s not all about the “green rush.” It’s about the cost, mental, physical, and financial, that comes with turning that d...

What happens when a JP Morgan executive leaves the biggest bank in the world to fix cannabis payments? In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast , host Brandon Quan sits down with Aubrey Amatelli , CEO of PayRio : the first payments provider built specifically for cannabis and alternative wellness. Aubrey shares her journey from corporate banking to building a compliant, transparent paym...

What happens when your dispensary hits $1 million in revenue , and your systems start to fall apart? In this episode of The Dispensary Marketing Podcast , Brandon Quan sits down with Will J. Dickey , founder of Truly Pure , a Portland-based cannabis brand and dispensary that grew into 300+ stores across Oregon. Will shares how he built Truly Pure from a small extraction company into a thriving ret...

Running a cannabis dispensary sounds like a dream: endless growth, passion for the plant, and the promise of big profits. But after working with dispensary owners across the country and hearing their stories firsthand, there’s a side to this industry that often gets overlooked. It’s not all about the “green rush.” It’s about the cost, mental, physical, and financial, that comes with turning that d...

Discover the keys to running a successful dispensary, straight from Green Meadows co-founder and CMO: Rob Patton. Dive into best practices for cannabis retail, the importance of branding, empowering staff, and surviving market saturation, all while staying authentic, innovative, and community-connected. ------------ Cannabud Marketing is the top digital marketing agency for Cannabis Dispensaries ....

SNDL is now the largest private sector liquor and cannabis retailer in Canada, overcoming the brink of bankruptcy in 2020 to become a thriving business by 2025. In this Dispensary Marketing Podcast episode, SNDL's CEO, Zachary George, shared actionable leadership and growth strategies relevant for anyone navigating complex, regulated industries. Cannabud Marketing is the top digital marketing...

Most cannabis companies think good weed is enough. In this podcast episode Mitchell Osak —CEO of Quanta Consulting— explains why that’s dead wrong, and what really builds a lasting brand. We dive deep into what makes a successful cannabis brand and why cultivating a great business isn’t just for the big guys. it’s for anyone ready to build something lasting. ------------------------ Cannabud Marke...

It’s 2025. Cannabis is bringing in more tax money than alcohol in some states. Over 440,000 jobs. $115+ Billion added to the US economy. Wall Street AND politicians are cashing in…but cannabis is STILL federally illegal. Why? Here are the real reasons no one talks about. ----------------- Cannabud Marketing is the top digital ⁠marketing agency for Cannabis Dispensaries⁠ . Our specialized expertise...