Lighting up the cannabis space w/Michael Malcolm

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In the first month of legalization in the state of Illinois, cannabis sales reached almost $40 million. If anyone is looking for a single reason to get into the cannabis business, this is it.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">How can we enter the cannabis space? Are there any business opportunities we can take advantage of while we get locally licensed?</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As real estate professionals, we need to make sure we safeguard our reputations - but it’s becoming easier and more accepted to get into the cannabis industry.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Michael Malcolm is a Real Estate broker who knows this first hand. On this episode, the Founder and Cannabis Consultant at WTF Media, Michael Malcolm shares how to get involved in the cannabis space. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode </strong></p> <p>- <strong>Get a license<br /></strong><span style= "font-weight: 400;">To legally grow, sell, or infuse products with marijuana, we need to have a license. Be sure to apply for one - but know that there are regular delays. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>- Look for ancillary opportunities<br /></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are a number of ancillary businesses in the cannabis space that don’t require licenses. Anything that doesn’t touch the flower itself is legal - look into options like smoke shops that sell relevant accessories, but not the marijuana itself. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>- Prioritize reputation<br /></strong><span style= "font-weight: 400;">As in any business, it’s important to make sure people know we’re professional and take the space seriously. Be consistent and show up.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Guest Bio- </strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Michael Malcolm is the Founder, Cannabis Consultant and brand ambassador at WTF Media. He’s spent the past year travelling the country, advising cannabis compani