Success Stories

Pre-rolls are a major driver of growth in the cannabis market, with companies increasingly focusing on premium offerings. They present a wide array of configurations, enabling brands to either target specific niches tightly or expand their reach to a broader consumer base. In a revealing interview...

In the realm of natural gifts to humanity, marijuana stands out. Sabrina Naomi Wheeler, chief operating officer of Stone Road Farms, passionately advocates for universal access to it in its finest forms. “Cannabis is one of the planet’s great natural gifts to humans, and all people...

The entrepreneurial journey of Mark Cuban, the celebrated billionaire investor who is set to sell a majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks, is a tale of resilience and self-discovery. What Happened: In a candid interview with Wired last month, Cuban shared insights into his early...

While on maternity leave, kindergarten teacher Becky Powell embarked on a digital venture that transformed her career. According to CNBC, Powell utilized her child's rest periods to craft educational materials. By leveraging the platform 'Teachers Pay Teachers,' the Beaverton, Oregon...

Xaviera Ho spent years working toward becoming an analyst at JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE: JPM). When she finally landed the position, she quit less than two years in. Feeling Small: "It was my dream firm, and I thought I would stay there until I became a managing director,...

Entrepreneur Mike Kurtz has an old-school method for marketing his product: traveling with a snazzy Franzen Briefcase. The Italian leather bag is filled with five 12-ounce bottles of his spicy culinary invention: Mike's Hot Honey. Kurtz distributes the bottles to everyone from taxi drivers to...

Looking to supplement your income but can't find the time? Michael Turner's side hustle helps him bring in more than $30,000 in extra income per year and it barely takes any time at all.  What To Know: About a year and a half ago, Turner, a 26-year-old musician...

"Much like the plant, the future of cannabis is female. I absolutely see major growth over the next 2-4 years, albeit slowly in terms of cannabis funding. It’s still the biggest barrier for women-owned brands, who currently have access to only 2.6% of cannabis funding," says Tiffany...

Penny Bowers-Schebal, 55, begins her mornings amid the pastoral settings of her goat dairy farm in Austinburg, Ohio. This small rural town, home to fewer than 600 residents, serves as the starting point for her day before she heads to her bridal shop, Formality Bridal, just a short drive away...

The heartwarming saga of Wanda Dench and Jamal Hinton, known affectionately as the "Thanksgiving Grandma" and her honorary grandson, continues to capture the essence of the Thanksgiving spirit. Their unique story, originating from a mistaken text message, has become a beacon of hope...

Retiree Mike Kasperzak initially envisioned a luxurious retirement aboard a $900 million residential cruise ship by Storylines. Initially captivated by a Facebook ad, he planned to purchase a $1 million condo on the ship, a venture that now seems uncertain due to repeated delays in...

Highly successful people share a lot of the same habits. Here's a look at some of the most common things successful people do every day, according to CNBC.  Seek Discomfort: Those who learn how to handle uncomfortable situations grow faster than those who don't.  "If you want...

How can cannabis brands expand to multiple states while maintaining consistent quality and authenticity? Industry experts, including Crystal Millican, SVP of Marketing & Retail at Cookies; Christine Smith, founder and CEO of Grön; Josh Hirschey, president of Timeless Refinery and Kit...

"Crack should be available at 7-Eleven, and I'm tired of pretending it shouldn't." This provocative statement, found within a bold email sent by a then-college senior, was more than just a shock factor: it was the intellectual hook that caught the eye of Jeremy Gardner, managing...

Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRKA), Warren Buffett‘s conglomerate, posted a record $157 billion in cash holdings on its Saturday earnings call. The record in cash comes accompanied by a whopping 41% year-over-year rise in operating profit — $7.65 billion in the third quarter of 2022 to $10.76...