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JOHN GROSS AND PEAK PRODUCTS CELEBRATE 25TH ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW SFU DONATION

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

John Gross launched Peak Products in 1998 after graduating from SFU's MBA program the year before.

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  • John Gross launched Peak Products in 1998 after graduating from SFU's MBA program the year before.
  • In support of students at SFU's Charles Chang Institute for Entrepreneurship, Peak Products will provide ten annual grants of $25,000 to be named the John Gross Start-up Experience.
  • "I am delighted to congratulate our distinguished alumnus John Gross on his success as a business and community leader.
  • "When I think about the future, the opportunities for Peak Products have never been greater," says Gross.

Cleveland School of Cannabis Receives 10-Year Accreditation Recommendation from Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

The recent site visit by the MSA-CESS team resulted in high marks and a recommendation for full accreditation for 10 years.

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  • The recent site visit by the MSA-CESS team resulted in high marks and a recommendation for full accreditation for 10 years.
  • This recommendation recognizes CSC's thorough planning, restorative strategic thinking, and innovative approach to providing a bright future for its students.
  • "We leave you with the charge to continue your endeavor as pioneers within education and the cannabis industry.
  • With the MSA-CESS accreditation recommendation, Cleveland School of Cannabis solidifies its position as a premier institution for cannabis education and continues to set the standard for excellence, empowering students to thrive in the ever-evolving cannabis industry.

Cannabis Hub and ImEPIK, LLC Partner to Improve Edibles Safety

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Responsible cannabis companies will rely on current Good Manufacturing Practices and will build programs to analyze hazards and risks to ingredient and product contamination and safety.

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  • Responsible cannabis companies will rely on current Good Manufacturing Practices and will build programs to analyze hazards and risks to ingredient and product contamination and safety.
  • To address the pressing need for workforce training, Cannabis Hub and ImEPIK are partnering to offer 100% online self-paced courses for onboarding new employees who work in edibles production.
  • The full remote Cannabis Edibles Safety courses are interactive learning experiences with three levels of competency training, so companies can choose the course appropriate for the existing skill level of employees.
  • "The cannabis industry is evolving fast so quality and safety will be one of the most important areas to standardize.

Educators Combine to Create Cannabis Coalition to Strengthen Cannabis Education

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

CLEVELAND, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Several cannabis institutions, programs and educators have joined forces to create The National Association for Marijuana and Cannabis Educators (NAMCE)- a nonprofit organization geared towards strengthening the quality and standards of cannabis educators to drive safer outcomes for consumers and support employment within the industry.

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  • CLEVELAND, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Several cannabis institutions, programs and educators have joined forces to create The National Association for Marijuana and Cannabis Educators (NAMCE)- a nonprofit organization geared towards strengthening the quality and standards of cannabis educators to drive safer outcomes for consumers and support employment within the industry.
  • "MM411 appreciates NAMCE's support of common sense education standards that promote consistency and safety within the industry," says Chris DeVol of Medical Marijuana 411, a global cannabis education platform.
  • Led by interim Director Michael Fields, NAMCE's core team and founding education partners will focus their early efforts around:
    Reinforcing industry standards for cannabis education that lead to employment pathways.
  • We as educators and trainers should understand that we can't create these standards in a vacuum or allow opportunistic companies to pop up and call themselves cannabis educators if we are serious about industry sustainability," says Russell.

The Cleveland School of Cannabis and EzHire Cannabis team up to increase job market access

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

CLEVELAND, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Cleveland School of Cannabis (CSC), one of only two state-approved institutions solely dedicated to cannabis education, has partnered with EzHire Cannabis and its platform to help employers connect with its graduates.

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  • The Cleveland School of Cannabis (CSC), one of only two state-approved institutions solely dedicated to cannabis education, has partnered with EzHire Cannabis and its platform to help employers connect with its graduates.
  • CLEVELAND, Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Cleveland School of Cannabis (CSC), one of only two state-approved institutions solely dedicated to cannabis education, has partnered with EzHire Cannabis and its platform to help employers connect with its graduates.
  • EzHire Cannabis is billed as "the Indeed for Weed" focusing on connecting candidates with opportunities in the cannabis industry.
  • With customers spanning every legal cannabis market, EzHire Cannabis' mission is to enable candidates to become more than a resume.

The Cleveland School of Cannabis in Partnership with the Cannabis Hub launches MY FIRST PLANT

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

CLEVELAND, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cleveland School of Cannabis (CSC) in Partnership with the Cannabis Hub launches MY FIRST PLANT program.

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  • CLEVELAND, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cleveland School of Cannabis (CSC) in Partnership with the Cannabis Hub launches MY FIRST PLANT program.
  • MFP is a 16-week intensive course where industry cultivators guide individuals through the process of growing cannabis from the comfort of their homes.
  • The My First Plant program takes out all the guessing when it comes to growing your first of many plants.
  • The Cannabis Education companies have joined forces with Advanced Nutrients, BudGrowers Tent, and Kanna Genetics to offer tents, seeds, and nutrients for the program.

VAHA Announces first appointments to its new Medical Advisory Board

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

NEW ORLEANS, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gary Hess, the founder and CEO of the Veterans Alliance for Holistic Alternatives (VAHA), announced today that four groundbreaking physicians are joining the VAHA Medical Advisory Board. The Board will bring key medical expertise to fulfilling the mission of increasing the awareness and access to medical cannabis and other holistic alternatives in the veteran and patient community.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gary Hess, the founder and CEO of the Veterans Alliance for Holistic Alternatives (VAHA), announced today that four groundbreaking physicians are joining the VAHA Medical Advisory Board.
  • The Board will bring key medical expertise to fulfilling the mission of increasing the awareness and access to medical cannabis and other holistic alternatives in the veteran and patient community.
  • "The medical advisory board will explore and illuminate patient-focused approaches and establish evidence-based parameters for potential treatment options," he added.
  • "All of the members of the Advisory board share the VAHA passion for connecting patients with information, consultation and access.

New York Times Bestselling Artist Marty Noble Launches First Gallery Collection Online and Enlists Immersive StraxARâ„¢ Technology to Deepen Fan Engagement

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Thanks to StraxAR, fans visiting her site can quickly and easily unlock immersive content in which the artist shares insights, anecdotes and biographical information about each artistic endeavor.

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  • Thanks to StraxAR, fans visiting her site can quickly and easily unlock immersive content in which the artist shares insights, anecdotes and biographical information about each artistic endeavor.
  • The fusion of her visual art and her StraxAR content creates heightened engagement among the participants.
  • Diane Teitel Rubins, Editor at Dover Publications in New York, said, "Dover Publications has had the pleasure of working with the incredibly talented Marty Noble for over 25 years!
  • Augmented Reality now has a proven platform on which to build - StraxAR is the only Augmented Reality platform currently capable for mass adoption of large brands.

Viola Launches Harrington Institute For Cannabis Education Powered By Cleveland School Of Cannabis

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Monday, September 13, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viola , the premium Black-owned cannabis brand rooted in equity, announced the launch of the Harrington Institute, a school for cannabis education created in partnership with Cleveland School of Cannabis, which is currently on pace to be the first cannabis focused school accredited by the Middle States Association.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viola , the premium Black-owned cannabis brand rooted in equity, announced the launch of the Harrington Institute, a school for cannabis education created in partnership with Cleveland School of Cannabis, which is currently on pace to be the first cannabis focused school accredited by the Middle States Association.
  • Aligning with Viola and its commitment to excellence, the mission of the Harrington Institute is to provide equitable access to the cannabis industry by providing high quality education to its community.
  • "Harrington Institute is something that's very important for me and something that's needed," said Al Harrington, CEO of Viola Brands.
  • About Cleveland School Of Cannabis:
    The Cleveland School of Cannabis is the only State Approved Career School for Cannabis education east of Colorado.