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Cannabis Careers
The Insider's Guide to a Budding Industry
By: Robert Joseph Mejia, Daniel Johnson (As told to)
Hardcover | 1 April 2025
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Cannabis Careers: The Insider's Guide to a Budding Industry is a comprehensive resource for individuals interested in entering the rapidly growing cannabis industry. This book provides an accessible introduction to key cannabis topics, including history and culture, to equip readers with essential knowledge. The cannabis industry is expanding rapidly in the U.S., with medical cannabis legal in 38 states and adult-use cannabis in 24 states. Public support for legalization is at an all-time high, and national legalization appears imminent. This burgeoning industry has already created over 400,000 full-time jobs, with projections valuing the industry at $72 billion by 2030. Beyond direct industry jobs, numerous ancillary positions are available in fields such as web design, consulting, accounting, real estate, and law, often outnumbering direct cannabis jobs. Cannabis Careers is structured around five vital touchpoints: Cannabis Basics: Essential terms, definitions, and history provide a foundation for understanding the industry. State of the Union: Coverage of the cannabis and hemp industries, the legalization movement, and future prospects. Career Pivot: Guidance on leveraging current skills to transition into the cannabis industry, including researching and finding job opportunities. Employment Opportunities: An exploration of various careers, both plant-touching (e.g., budtenders, growers) and ancillary (e.g., marketing, legal services), with insights from industry leaders. Career Resources: Practical tools including sample job descriptions, job search websites, resume and cover letter samples, and interview tips. The book addresses the challenges of entering the cannabis industry, such as legal complexities and lingering stigma, and provides strategies to overcome these barriers. It includes chapters on health and medical careers, education roles, nonprofit and government positions, and even unique opportunities in hospitality and tourism. Cannabis Careers serves as a practical guide for those looking to join this dynamic field, offering a blend of industry insight, practical advice, and resources to help readers successfully navigate and thrive in the cannabis industry.
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Rob Mejia's Cannabis Careers is more than a guide--it's a call to action. With respect and care, Mejia uplifts the narratives of Indigenous plant knowledge and highlights the vital role of Tribal nations in shaping the future of the cannabis industry. His dedication to honoring the historical and cultural significance of this plant, while empowering diverse voices in the field, is truly inspiring. This book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the profound intersections of cannabis, culture, and community and the future of workforce development. Mejia's work is a bridge to meaningful dialogue and equitable opportunities. --Mary Jane Oatman, Founder of THC Magazine and Executive Director of the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association This book is the guide to starting a career in the ever-evolving cannabis industry that everyone wishes they had at the beginning of their cannabis journey. It's more than just career advice--it's a roadmap to protecting plant medicine, advancing progress, and championing advocacy efforts to erase the stigma. With its approachable style and comprehensive insight, it answers the perennial question, 'How can I get involved in cannabis?' and inspires action for the industry's next wave of changemakers. --Jessica F. Gonzalez, Esq. Founder of Veridis Quo and Attorney at the Rudick Law Group Cannabis Careers: The Insider's Guide to a Budding Industry offers cannabis enthusiasts and professionals an eye-opening road map to a successful and robust career in the industry. Professor Mejia breaks down the industry so an individual may find their place within the budding industry. --Hugh Giordano, UFCW Labor Representative For nearly a century, most cannabis information has been clouded by propaganda and misinformation. As cannabis gains acceptance and legalization, this book offers an invaluable guide to the industry, grounded in real-world experience and insight. --Ulysses Youngblood, president of Major Bloom If you're thinking of entering the fast-moving cannabis industry, this book should be your first stop. It offers wise advice and a 360-degree view of one of America's most quickly evolving and exciting business opportunities, and it's only just getting started. --Joe Dolce, author of Brave New Weed, founder and CEO of Medical Cannabis Mentor Professor Rob Mejia provides a clear, concise, current, yet comprehensive view of our cannabis industry. Written by 'the source and master' of cannabis education and employment, his new book will ignite cannabis careers everywhere. It shares cannabis basics, key points, and job roles across our fast-growing industry. Mejia covers the important steps, providing essential how-to guidance and many tips for job seekers in the cannabis space. --Bonnie Rabin, PhD, University of Cincinnati Cannabis Studies Certificate Program Rob Mejia's Cannabis Careers: The Insider's Guide to a Budding Industry is the perfect resource for anyone curious about jumping into the exciting world of cannabis. Rob breaks down the essentials--from industry basics and key roles to how your existing skills can translate, making this guide approachable and actionable for readers at any stage of their journey. What makes this book stand out is the heart behind it. Rob Mejia has always been someone I could count on to support community, advance cannabis in academia, and make it his mission to help others find their path. As one of the pioneers making history in his role as a professor of Cannabis Studies at Stockton University, Rob brings unmatched expertise and perspective to this booming industry. This book is practical, inspiring, and packed with insider wisdom. Whether you're new to the industry or looking to level up, this is your go-to guide. --Nadir Pearson, founder of SMART (Student Marijuana Alliance for Research & Transparency) The more informed the workforce in the new cannabis industry the safer and more helpful it will be for medical patients as well as adult users. I applaud this comprehensive resource directed at educating the future cannabis workforce so that they have the tools they need to thrive. --Peter Grinspoon, MD, author of Seeing through the Smoke: A Cannabis Expert Untangles the Truth about Cannabis There is no better expert I have met in my time in the cannabis industry then Rob Mejia. He is a true leader in cannabis education and the knowledge he shares here is invaluable. --Nathan Yanovitch, CEO of Puffin Store, NJ
ISBN: 9781538196533
ISBN-10: 1538196530
Available: 1st April 2025
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 224
Publisher: ROWMAN & LITTLEFIELD PUBLISHERS
Country of Publication: GB
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