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Cannabis Solutions

Your Advisory Group is Only as Good as their Network

Carpfish Creative Advisors has established the top direct partnerships with the industry's leading cannabis consultants, legal experts, technical service providers, payment/ATM/processing, payroll, hiring and training, security and risk compliance, facility design/buildouts, and more to ensure that you not only acquire your license but a strong focus towards the entire lifecycle through the opening and running of a well-structured and profitable business model.

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Our business network is as strong as it gets: Regionally, Nationally, and, in certain cases, Globally. We work heavily with 1099-based experts highlighted as leaders at some of your biggest business solutions brands.

 

We like the creative, work-together, grow-together approach to our business relationships. We are always open to working with your vendors or folks you like if they pass our ISV/ISO test.

Why Do the Best Brands in the Cannabis Business Landscape like Carpfish Creative?

Again, we are not new at starting businesses or working with multiple collaborators on projects. Outside of our solutions brokering, we provide consulting and reverse 1099 solutions for our industry partners through business development, planning, deployment, advocacy, and many other areas, giving our mutual clients the best advice and solutions with a localized touch. We even do a bit of advocacy when needed.

Here are just some of the things we are helping clients with everyday...

Initial Business Creation & Setup

Carpfish Creative's accomplished advisors have a proven track record of rapidly getting new brands up to speed. We work closely with leading national cannabis advisory firms, lawyers, and other top experts to provide our clients with comprehensive services. Our extensive network buildout allows us to handle projects of any size easily.

 

We assist our clients in a multitude of ways, including state and business filing for businesses, employees, and taxes, initial brand creation and ongoing management, comprehensive business documentation such as financials and employee handbooks, advocacy assistance for community events and government advocacy, print and digital media, graphic design, websites with e-commerce integration, social media setup and management options, tradeshow, and event planning and execution. Let us help you take your business to the next level!

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Business Applications & Licensing 

Do you like your lawyers or advisors, but they are too expensive? We can often drastically decrease the costs of building your application plan while keeping the existing and long-term relationship with your legal counsel.

 

Do you like your advisors, but they are too expensive or require you to work with their specific vendors? We can decrease these costs while working directly with your existing relationships (Canna project advisor + vendors). We can also move the project to a shared one (with our expert project management in place). 

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A few areas we are helping now are: â€‹

  • Application Assistance (Nationally)

  • Advocacy Assistance (Community Events, Government, etc)

  • Market Research (Demographics, Location, etc)

  • SOP and Business Build-Out Plans

  • Access to our SOLID local & national networks

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Commercial Cannabis Lending

The cannabis industry is capital-intensive due to high startup costs (licenses, equipment, legal fees, real estate, etc.) and ongoing operational costs. Traditional bank loans are often unavailable to cannabis businesses due to federal regulations, so you’ll need to explore alternative funding options:

  • Cannabis-Specific Lenders: Some lenders specialize in financing cannabis businesses. These loans often come with high interest rates, so proceed cautiously. Carpfish works directly with our friends at FundCanna.

  • Investors: Look for venture capitalists, private equity firms, or angel investors who are interested in the cannabis industry.

  • Linking to our existing releationships with Cannabis Banks, Credit Unions

  • Providing guidance to different types of grant programs (building, lighting, training, funding)

  • Crowdfunding Assistance: Platforms like Fundanna or Kickstarter allow cannabis businesses to raise funds by appealing to the public.

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Capturing Payments in a Canna Business Environment

Most cannabis business applications require technology as part of the application process. Carpfish Advisors' network offers the best brands to the Midwest marketplace through our national partners. As advisors, we provide solutions tailored to your business model. We create buyer agreements that benefit both the vendor and client, covering:

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Once your projects are launched, the Carpfish Creative Advisor will ensure you always use the best solutions for your business model while paying the lowest possible pricing. Part of our work together. grow together relationship.  

HR: Hiring, Onboarding & Payroll

Hiring the right team is critical to the success of your cannabis business. Look for individuals who are knowledgeable about cannabis, and be sure to provide training on:

  • Compliance: Employees must understand and follow local, state, and federal regulations, such as age verification, product labeling, and safety protocols.

  • Customer Service: In retail businesses, customer service is key. Ensure your staff is knowledgeable and helpful in answering customer questions. Make sure your partners do the same. 

  • Product Knowledge: Whether you're selling cannabis flower or edibles, your employees should understand the products’ effects, dosages, and best uses.

  • Company Documentation such as Employee Handbooks, etc.

  • Employee Background Checks (Verified and Non-Verifed)

  • Setting up Payroll, Bookkeeping, and Human Resource Services.

Marketing/Sales

Branding and marketing are crucial for the success of your cannabis business. Here are some ideas:

  • Creating a Brand Identity: Develop a strong brand that resonates with your target market. This includes a memorable logo, brand colors, and consistent messaging.

  • Website & E-commerce: Create an online presence with a website where customers can learn about your products and services. If you are in retail, consider offering an online store for delivery or pickup.

  • Social Media: Cannabis businesses can face advertising restrictions on platforms like Facebook or Google. However, you can still leverage platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to engage with customers and build awareness. Develop/manage campains to boost overall brand or new products

  • Community Engagement: Sponsor or participate in local events, offer educational workshops, or collaborate with influencers to spread the word about your business.

  • ​Print and Digital Design:​​

    • ​Custom Website and Ecommerce 

    • SEO, Analytics and Infographics (Specialized Solutions for Small/Medium Business​)

    • Print and Digital Advertising

    • Events and Tradeshows

    • AI Integration Tools

    • Content Management Systems (CRM) Setup

Everyday Needs for Other Canna Businesses

We ensure you have the right systems for your business model to succeed. 
We also ensure that not only are your initial contracts excellent, but we also keep a close eye on them as they continue. This ensures that you never overpay and maximize your revenue dollars. We achieve this goal by partnering with both local and national partners.

  • Business Security and Risk Assement Partners

  • Commerical Restate Partners

  • Commercial Cannabis Construction/HVAC Partners 

  • Setting up Payroll, Bookkeeping, and Human Resource Services.

  • Hiring, Onboarding, and Ongoing Training Solutions

  • Compliance & Legal Partners

  • Product Testing (Lab and Onsite) through our clients/partners

  • Delivery & Transportation Partners

  • Government Tax Credit Programs / Grants

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