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Grassroots Marketing

The State of Missouri's Cannabis Market

June 5, 202318 min

The State of Missouri's Cannabis Market

Grassroots Marketing

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We discuss the State of Missouri's Cannabis Market and the State of Cannabis Beverage Distribution with Nick Rinella, CEO of Hippos and former COO of Verdant Distribution in Los Angeles, CA , is an expert in both alcoholic beverage and cannabis product development, distribution and regulation. Rinella’s expertise stems from being a 5th generation beverage distributor spending nearly a decade as the Vice President of Rinella Company, Inc, an independent beverage distributor with notable suppliers like Anheuser-Busch, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Nestle USA, Bronco Wine Compay, Sazerac Company and more. Hippos, LLC is committed to promoting the powerful benefits of cannabis and related products while also prioritizing sustainability to support current and future generations. Hippos, LLC operates dispensaries in Chesterfield, Columbia and Springfield under the the the name "Hippos Marijuana Dispensary;” a cultivation and manufacturing facility under the name "OG Yields;" and has developed brands such as "Sundro,” "Atta" and "Bad Pony" that are available throughout Missouri for purchase. Hippos is home to the award-winning Brett Hull #16 cannabis strain, and continues to be on the forefront of innovations in concentrate formulations and related technologies. Founded in 2019, Hippos is a recognized champion of patient and adult use access and education initiatives in the state.

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