CannaConsult

Your resource for developing a successful cannabis / hemp business! Contact us for professional advice on any of your cannabis or hemp business needs, from licensing to cultivation, processing and product formulation / creation. We offer accurate, reliable and cost-effective testing and product development, building relationships with our clients based on trust and service.

Strategic Planning

CannaConsult provides a regulatory review and general industry and project consulting prior to initiating the financial pro forma model and business plan. Based on current regulations and industry best practices, CannaConsult will provide recommendations for the Client’s business formation, business operations, potential site location, size, production capabilities and will discuss other project goals and deliverables. This deliverable also serves as a means to capture inter-company communications as the project is being initiated.

Your Cannabis and CBD Agent

CannaConsult has a deep network of hemp and cannabis growers, processors and end-users. Here is how CannaConsult can help:

Assist growers in finding a buyer for their crop.
Help processors source hemp and cannabis growers as well as buyers for their finished products.
Connect companies that want to contract a grower to raise hemp and cannabis to their specifications.
We take only 15% of gross receipts.

Application Licensing Assistance

Application for Hemp / Cannabis Business Licenses

CannaConsult will assist the Client with the writing and submission of the application for a hemp /cannabis business license ensuring all requirements are met.
CannaConsult will assist with application questions / requirements responses.
CannaConsult will provide content and responses to application questions and requirements. Application content and responses provided by CannaConsult will be developed utilizing industry knowledge and experience as well as best practices from the regulated hemp and cannabis industry. Application responses provided by CannaConsult will strictly adhere to all hemp and cannabis regulations. (It is important to understand that some application content and responses will be required to be provided by the Client).
CannaConsult will assist the Client to compile all required business documents for application submission (these documents will be identified upon the release of the application).
CannaConsult will assist the Client with the compilation and development of other documents or materials as required for the application.
CannaConsult can assist the Client in license applications for:
- Cultivation
- Dispensary
- Processing
- Transportation
- R&D

Cannabis and Hemp Industry Business Plan

CannaConsult will provide a cannabis and hemp industry business plan based on the Client’s needs.

Customized Cannabis Business Plan

Creation of business plan based on Client input and CannaConsult’s regulated cannabis industry and business knowledge. CannaConsult will provide a customized business plan utilizing regulated cannabis industry best practices and in compliance with regulations. Business plan will include, but not be limited to:

Executive Summary, General Company Description, Products & Services Description, Operational Plan, Management & Organizational Structure, Security & Diversion Plan and Community Benefits Plan.
In order to develop a customized business plan, the Client will need to provide various information and content. This information will include but not be limited to a mission statement, vision, team analysis, goals and objectives, operating strategies, competitive analysis, marketing plan and other details and information deemed necessary.

Branding and Marketing

Website Development

Establishing your company’s identity is a critical element in establishing an effective connection with future customers. Our experts will work closely with you to establish an unforgettable impression on website visitors. Today it is essential to have a website speedily operable on any browser, device or screen for you.

Local Search

The day of phone books are over. In a fraction of the time, online searches get customers to useful information. Win the visibility game with a robust online presence, gaining an edge over competitors. Our team will develop your online presence by building cost effective, consistent and quality listings for your business. You can be found anywhere prospects are looking for a cannabis company online.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Search engines such as Google making it very difficult for the Cannabis industry to use ads. SEO is critical to gain visibility on the internet. The good news is, a customized search engine optimization campaign can position your brand to appear directly in front of your future customers that are looking for your products online. Our SEO experts will ensure your website is designed to rank above the competition, then do a competitive analysis and recommend a tailored marketing strategy for future growth.

Reputation Management

Without accountability, brands can no longer publicize their products and / or services as being ‘number one’. Consumers do not just trust what a business says about itself anymore, thanks to the rise and popularity of online reviews. With that in mind, CannaConsult is determined to create a customized review management campaign to establish your reputation on the internet. You will make a memorable positive first impression on potential clients!

Photo and Video

Professional photos or videos of your products and staff can positively impact your company image on many levels. CannaConsult can help you showcase the values and culture of your company, you wont get lost in the ocean of new companies pushing into this explosive vertical market.

Social Media

Social media is increasing exponentially, making a robust social media campaign more important than ever before. Your company’s products and services need to be posted daily, but most businesses don’t have the time. manpower or know-how to do so. CannaConsult ensures that quality content is posted on your social media accounts daily, also optimizing customer searches.

Graphic Design

CannaConsult works with leading visual artists to ensure impact and maintain your brand. We engage our clients in developing a persuasive image using cutting edge design strategies. We have a team of experienced designers that will help attract consumers to your business.

Ad campaigns utilizing SEM / PPC for cannabis companies are nearly impossible to implement at the moment. We recommend leveraging the expertise of our “out of the box” thinking team as the market evolves.

Targeted Social Media Ads

Our expert team can target any demographic that correlates with the profile of your customers. Our targeted ads appear the same as natural posts from trusted family members and friends, strategically placed in their social media feed. We deliver results, backed with solid metrics and data, at a cost that is hard to beat.

Print Media

You only have one chance to make a first impression! That’s why your business cards and brochures are like a firm handshake. Why not leave them impressed with unforgettable graphics? In an increasingly digital age, there is still no replacement for face to face contact. The purpose of physical media is to leave a unforgettable imprint of your brand on customer’s minds. Whether it be business cards, brochures or any type of physical branding – CannaConsult delivers quality of which any business can be proud.

Farm Design

Greenhouse and Agricultural Farming

Design a functioning, scalable layout for hemp and cannabis production based on available land or greenhouse footprint.
A cultivation plan will be developed using CannaConsult’s hemp and cannabis knowledge and experience utilizing commercial agricultural best practices.
Our plant pathologist is available to guarantee healthiest plants and highest yields and specializes in organic farming.
The property will be optimized with growth strategies and will streamline operations and maximize workflow.
Soil sample analysis with detailed reports, recommendations and treatments.

Genetic Sourcing and Distribution of Seeds and Clones

Feminized or Industrial Hemp and Cannabis Seed / Genetics

Whether you are farming hemp or cannabis, we have access to multiple sources of premium seeds coming from premium seed suppliers. Optimized genetics with proven success for your specific farming region.

Hemp and Cannabis Industrial Clone Distribution

CannaConsult has access to highly sought after sources of clones for varieties that come from top-rated certified clone suppliers.

Equipment Identification & Sourcing

Cultivation Facility Equipment List

CannaGrow will develop an optimal equipment list for cultivation operations based on industry knowledge and experience within the regulated hemp and cannabis industry and the commercial agriculture industries.
CannaGrow will develop an equipment list for cultivation facility equipment based on the facility floor plan, production capabilities and other inputs.

Extraction Facility Equipment List

CannaConsult will develop an optimal equipment list for extraction operations based on industry knowledge and experience within the regulated cannabis industry.
CannaConsult will develop an equipment list for extraction facility equipment based on the facility floor plan, production capabilities and other inputs.

Dispensary Facility Equipment List

CannaConsult will develop an optimal equipment list for retail dispensary operations based on industry knowledge and experience within the regulated cannabis industry.
CannaConsult will develop an equipment list for dispensary facility equipment based on the facility floor plan, production capabilities and other inputs.

Equipment Sourcing

CannaGrow will add a low mark-up to all equipment orders sourced by CannaGrow.
CannaGrow will leverage industry relationships to source equipment identified within the developed equipment list for the lowest prices possible.
CannaGrow will source and procure facility equipment based on CannaGrow’s developed facility equipment list and established shipping and customs relationships.

Facility Design

Cultivation Facility Conceptual Design

CannaGrow will provide expertise in designing a cultivation facility that aligns with the Client’s business model and cultivation strategy, resulting in a concept floor plan suitable for project planning.
CannaGrow will use previous knowledge and experience designing state-of-the-art regulated cannabis Cultivation facility design is based on horticulture industry best practices.
CannaGrow will design the facility to be scalable, to optimize growth strategies, to streamline operations and to maximize workflow.
CannaGrow will design the facility with adherence to all applicable regulations.
The cultivation facility layout will include a legend, room names, equipment labels, room areas and basic overall dimensions, will be drawn in CAD and will be formatted on a title block. Drawings will be delivered to the Client in PDF & DWG formats and can be shared with the Client’s selected architecture, engineering, and construction team.

Extraction Facility Conceptual Design

CannaConsult will provide expertise in designing the facility layout, architectural requirements, federal or local safety and regulatory building requirements, and equipment locations.
CannaConsult will create and implement hazardous waste protocols for proper disposal in conjunction with a cohesive layout.
CannaConsult will provide expertise in designing the Processing / Extraction Facility floor plan and equipment layout, incorporating building code and local safety and regulatory requirements, resulting in a concept floor plan suitable for project planning.
CannaConsult will provide analysis and recommendations regarding solvent use, odor management, power requirements, water and sanitation requirements, and environmental impacts.
The Processing / Extraction Facility layout will include a legend, room names, equipment labels, room areas and basic overall dimensions, will be drawn in CAD and will be formatted on a title block. Drawings will be delivered to the Client in PDF & DWG formats and can be shared with the Client’s selected architecture, engineering, and construction team.
CannaConsult recommends that for high throughput extraction facilities using flammable or explosive solvents that an architect will be retained to perform code analysis related to high hazard facilities, whether for an existing building or new construction, prior to purchasing or leasing a building or land. CannaConsult works with architect partners who can provide this service, if needed we recommend and can provide discounted industry leading CO2 processing equipment.

Dispensary Conceptual Design

CannaConsult will provide space planning and design expertise, with recommendations about Client’s desired retail experience and back-of-house workflow, resulting in a custom concept floor plan suitable for project planning.
CannaConsult will use it’s extensive knowledge and experience designing regulated cannabis retail dispensaries based on cannabis industry and commercial retail best practices.
CannaConsult will design the floor plan with adherence to all applicable regulations.
The concept floor plan will include a legend, room names, room areas and basic overall dimensions, will be drawn in CAD and will be formatted on a title block. Drawings will be delivered to the Client in PDF & DWG formats and can be shared with the Client’s selected architecture, engineering, and construction team.

To redesign an existing building the Client will provide all available information and drawings that describe the existing building or unit. For the design of a new building the Client will provide all available information and drawings describing the proposed building site.

Architectural Design, Permissions and Construction

Cultivation Facility, Processing / Extraction Facility, Dispensary and / or Laboratory Architectural Schematic Design and Construction Support – CannaConsult’s industry leading cannabis industry architect’s offers the following services under separate contracts, seamlessly complementing our suite of services.

Architects will evolve the Concept Design into a set of Schematic Design documents in consultation with the Client and CannaConsult. Schematic Design documents further refine the floor plan, process flow and equipment layout of the facility.

Architects will act as Design Team leader in conjunction with their preferred Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Structural engineers. The Design Team will produce Design Development and Construction Documents, which will clearly define and specify building and equipment elements, construction details and integration of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and process systems. The Construction Documents shall be suitable to obtain Building Permits, contractor pricing and to construct buildings.

Architectural Services may also include the following:

Coordination of Civil, Geotechnical, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing engineering
Analysis of construction cost estimates (provided by our partners) and design options
Coordination of security, lighting, low voltage and other services as required
Interior design services or coordination to CannaConsult standards
Landscape design services or coordination as required
Commercial fixture design, interior and exterior signage design
Coordination of merchandising and / or branding

Architects will represent the Client during the construction phase to answer contractors’ questions, review shop drawings, issue change directives and perform site visits at regular intervals. Architects may also assist the client in awarding the construction contract and review applications of payment from the contractor.

Operational Implementation

Deployment of Cultivation Operations

Development of a Cultivation Plan / Schedule

CannaGrow will develop a customized cultivation operational plan and schedule to be implemented by your company for the purpose of initiating cultivation operations. The cultivation plan / schedule will be developed utilizing CannaGrow’s unique industry knowledge and experience customized to your facility floor plan, production capabilities and regulatory requirements (Cultivation plan and schedule will be provided by CannaGrow and limited to two (2) revisions based on Client input; the cultivation plan and schedule MUST be reviewed and approved by both Parties prior to implementation and execution of the plan / schedule.

Cultivation Deployment

Entails cultivation operational and regulatory training, setup, and CannaGrow resources in market for key cultivation practices covering one full cultivation cycle.

- assisting Client with the deployment and oversight of cultivation operational activities.
- assisting with security systems deployment oversight in coordination with selected security vendor.
- we will develop cultivation production forecasting to determine workflow and staffing requirements.
- Review of technology and Point-of-Sale software systems of selected vendors.
- we will develop protocol-based workflow design based on facility floor plan and production capabilities.
- oversight of cultivar / strain selection.
- cultivation systems and methodology design and planning by our industry leading professionals.
- we provide education, training and staff preparation on cultivation facility operations.
- we provide training on all cultivation standard operating procedures, documentation log sheets and record keeping templates.
- deployment of cultivation operations will include a total of six (6) in-market visits by CannaGrow’s seasoned field experts . Each on-site visit will be limited to two (2) days; with one day dedicated to travel to Client location. Our on-site visits will be limited to eight (8) hours per day..

Operational Workflow Standard Operating Procedures Customization

Our experts will edit and customize the industry best practices SOPs based on facility operational workflow and functionality.

Cultivation SOPs

Cultivation SOPs cover cultivation operations, activities, equipment and regulatory compliance requirements. The Cultivation SOP will be customized to Client’s facility specifications, for workflow optimization and effectiveness.

Operational Workflow Standard Operating Procedures Customization

CannaGrow will edit and customize the industry best practices SOPs based on facility operational workflow and functionality.

Facility Staffing Solutions

CannaGrow will provide facility staffing recommendations for selected operational functions. Client can select staffing solutions as a service for any or all operational functions, as each operational function is considered unique and independent.

- we will provide support to collect and review potential employment candidates’ applications and resumes to help identify qualified employment candidates to support operations prior to the interview process.
- we will provide the best pre-screened candidates for interviews with the Client and coordinate any phone/in person interviews.

Monitoring Your Operations

Cultivation Facility Operational Support via Phone and / or Video Conference

We provide operational support via remote phone and / or video conferencing to support operations:

We will provide continued and ongoing operational support via remote phone and/or video conferencing. We will be available to offer advice and guidance for operations, answer Client questions pertaining to operational activities, regulatory compliance, workflow optimization, systems checks and balances and other reasonable requests from the Client.
CannaConsult will provide remote phone / video conferencing support for cultivation operations billed at a rate of U$150.00 per hour.

Extraction Facility Operational Support via Phone and / or Video Conference

We provide operational support via remote phone and / or video conferencing to support operations:
We will provide continued and ongoing operational support via remote phone and / or video conferencing.

CannaConsult will be available to offer advice and guidance for operations, answer Client questions pertaining to operational activities, regulatory compliance, workflow optimization, systems checks and balances and other reasonable requests from the Client.
CannaConsult will provide remote phone / video conferencing support for extraction operations billed at a rate of U$150.00 per hour.

Dispensary Facility Operational Support via Phone and/or Video Conference