Hope Wiseman may now be recognized as a cast member of 'WAGS', but her cannabis store Mary and Main may just be her biggest accomplishment. Wiseman, who is also the youngest dispensary owner in the United States, founded the shop with her mother Dr. Octavia Simkins-Wiseman, and co-founders, Dr. Larry Bryant and Dexter Parker.
Unlike other marijuana dispensaries, Mary and Main aims to educate customers along with selling them cannabis. This education can include products sold in the store, but the true appeal of Mary and Main lies in its classes on making money within the cannabis industry. This portion of the shop serves as a passion for Wiseman and wants to encourage "millennials and minorities to get into the industry."
Educational Cannabis Stores
Mary and Main Offers Classes to Break into the Marijuana Industry
Trend Themes
1. Educational Cannabis Stores - Opportunity for cannabis dispensaries to differentiate themselves by offering educational classes and resources to customers.
2. Millennial and Minority Inclusion - Expanding the reach of the cannabis industry by encouraging millennials and minorities to enter the market through educational initiatives.
3. Entrepreneurship in the Cannabis Industry - Growing interest in starting businesses within the cannabis industry, driven by educational programs and support from dispensaries like Mary and Main.
Industry Implications
1. Cannabis Dispensaries - Dispensaries can benefit from incorporating educational programs to attract and retain customers.
2. Education and Training - Opportunity for educational institutions and training programs to develop courses tailored to the cannabis industry.
3. Entrepreneurship Support - Service providers can offer specialized support and resources for entrepreneurs looking to enter the cannabis industry.