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About markandmmj

I belong to a new generation of market pioneers in the fastest growing industry in Colorado today. As a double business major in international business and finance I’ve studied the economic viability of medical marijuana centers in Colorado Springs. I’ve learned firsthand the in and outs of this industry and what it takes to progressively move brand new markets forward. As Membership Director for the Colorado Springs Medical Cannabis Council, I have seen the industry in Colorado blossom despite countless economic, political, legislative, and social barriers. I strive to deliver objective truth about medical cannabis issues and their economic, social, and medical implications for Colorado.

Blog Move

Posted on September 12, 2011

Hi Everyone, I want to let everyone know my blog is still active, but it has been moved to: http://www.complywithme.com/blog Please continue to follow my posts and RSS feed at the new page. Please tell your friends, family, and patients. … Continue reading →

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The BBB Eye and I – Part 2

Posted on July 22, 2011

A few weeks ago, I shared a clip and video segment from the monthly show from the Better Business Bureau called “The BBB Eye”. Last time I talked about Dan May’s interview and I pointed out some areas of confusion from … Continue reading →

Posted in Compliance and Medical Cannabis Laws, Patient Rights and Medical Cannabis | Tagged BBB Eye, Better Business Bureau, colorado medical marijuana, Colorado MMJ Industry, colorado springs, Colorado Springs Medical cannabis council, Colorado Springs Medical marijuana, CSMCC, iComply, Mark Slaugh, Medical Marijuana, patient rights, Politics and Medical Cannabis | Leave a comment

Dan May and Bob – Patient vs Prosecution

Posted on July 11, 2011

Bob Crouse has cancer. Leukemia, to be precise. When he was diagnosed by his doctor 4 years ago, he knew he only had a limited amount of time left on this earth. Like many other Cancer patients, Bob began looking … Continue reading →

Posted in Patient Rights and Medical Cannabis, Politics and Medical Cannabis | Tagged colorado medical marijuana, colorado springs, Colorado Springs Medical cannabis council, CSMCC, Dan May, marijuana advocacy, Medical Marijuana, patient rights, Politics and Medical Cannabis | 5 Comments

The BBB Eye and I – Dan May (Part 1)

Posted on July 6, 2011

Recently, I was afforded the opportunity to sit down and chat with local Better Business Bureau CEO Carol O’dell. This long standing organization covers a monthly program about local issues that airs all month long on the Library Channel. Given … Continue reading →

Posted in Compliance and Medical Cannabis Laws, Politics and Medical Cannabis | Tagged BBB, colorado medical marijuana, Colorado MMJ, Colorado MMJ Industry, colorado springs, Colorado Springs City Council, Colorado Springs Medical cannabis council, CSMCC, Dan May, iComply, Politics and Medical Cannabis, THC DUI Limit | 1 Comment

Compliance, Compliance, Compliance. Period.

Posted on June 22, 2011

Did I mention compliance? With July 1 2011 just around the corner, the industry focus has been very directly centered on becoming, and more importantly staying, compliant with medical marijuana rules and regulation. The MMED has made over 77 pages … Continue reading →

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May Flowers Mature for Harvest By State LawTenders

Posted on May 11, 2011

Today marks the final day of this year’s legislative session. At midnight tonight, all proposed bills must have decisions on them made. For me, this means substantially less trips to Denver every week. At the last minute, despite the “study” recommendation … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics and Medical Cannabis | Tagged colorado medical marijuana, Colorado MMJ, Colorado MMJ Industry, colorado springs, Colorado Springs Medical cannabis council, Colorado Springs Medical marijuana, CSMCC, driving limit THC, DUI THC Limit, HB 1243, HB 1250, HB 1261, HB 1261 result, marijuana advocacy, Medical Cannabis Council, patient rights, Politics and Medical Cannabis, Senate Judiciary Comittee, Senator Carroll, Senator King, THC DUI Limit | Leave a comment

House Bill 1261 Update – MMJ Advocates Limit Government from Setting Limits

Posted on May 11, 2011

Monday April 18, was a trying battle with the Senate Judiciary committee over HB 1261. This legislation targets and threatens patients with a choice between a blood test or losing one’s license for a year. The idea of legislators is … Continue reading →

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April Showers… 4/20 Festival, Bill Smith, Educating Educators, Employing Cannabis Patients, and Coach Sanner

Posted on April 21, 2011

Alright everyone, things have been showering the movement in April. Medical Cannabis is really grabbing a foothold in the community and people are more and more aware of the threats against cannabis businesses, progress, and patient rights. Fortunately, this … Continue reading →

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The Tides of March – Part 2

Posted on March 25, 2011

The second major battle in March took place over House Bill 1261. This bill was proposed by Boulder Democrat Claire Levy and infamous Colorado Springs Conservative Mark Waller. It gives an automatic DUI to those driving with more than … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics and Medical Cannabis, Uncategorized | Tagged Cannabis Therapy institute, Claire Levy, CO HB 1261, colorado medical marijuana, Colorado MMJ, colorado springs, Colorado Springs Medical cannabis council, Colorado THC limit, CSMCC, CTI, driving limit THC, DUI THC Limit, HB 1250, HB 1261 testimony, marijuana advocacy, Marijuana DUI Colorado, Mark Waller, Medical Marijuana, patient rights, THC DUI Limit | 2 Comments

The Tides of March Part 1

Posted on March 18, 2011

This month has been trying for medical cannabis and patients to say the least. It started on March 1st when State law makers proposed House Bill 1250. This bill directly threatened the medication options of thousands of patients over the … Continue reading →

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