Ep. 30: From Risk to Resilience - How Cannabis Operators Can Avoid Receivership

🎙In this episode of 'Under the Microscope with Jenny,' host Jenny Germano is joined by Andy Shelley the Founder of CannXperts to discuss the critical issue of receivership in the cannabis industry. Andy, a former Law Enforcement Officer and Oregon Liquor Control Commission Regulator turned cannabis consultant, delves into his transition into the industry. The conversation focuses on the nuances of receivership, an alternative to bankruptcy, and why it is particularly relevant in the cannabis sector due to federal restrictions on bankruptcy filings. Jenny and Andy talk about the causes leading to receivership, the warning signs, the operational and regulatory challenges, and the steps companies can take to avoid this route. Through detailed explanations and real-life examples, listeners can gain valuable insights into the complexities of financial difficulties in the cannabis industry, the importance of vigilance, and the steps to ensure business sustainability.

 

🌿 Our Host: Jenny Germano
🌎 https://www.icsconsultingservice.com

🌿 Our Guest: Andy Shelley Founder of CannXperts 
🌎 CannXperts: https://www.cannxperts.com

 

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

01:12 Andy Shelley's Background in Cannabis
04:10 Receivership in the Cannabis Industry
05:27 Understanding How Receivership Works
09:43 Reasons Why Receivership Happens
14:50 Receivership Process and Challenges
17:26 Managing Operations During Receivership
20:24 Regulatory Compliance in Receivership
23:24 Protecting Assets and Ensuring Continuity
25:14 Early Warning Signs and Prevention
26:23 Identifying Financial Warning Signs
29:52 Proactive Steps to Avoid Financial Trouble
34:05 The Dangers of Ignoring Financial Issues
36:06 Risks of Management Service Companies
45:06 Best Practices for New and Existing Operators
48:13 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up

 

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