SpeedWeed

History and Business Development:

• Founded by brothers AJ and Gene Gentile
• Started as an edible company called Baked Bears
• Transitioned focus from production to delivery
• Developed SpeedWeed’s business plan in 2011
• Studied operations manuals from Papa Johns, Dominos, and FedEx

Operational Strategy:

• Utilizes a spoke-hub distribution method
• Ensures consistent delivery times
• Orders can be placed by phone or internet
• All deliveries tracked remotely
• Allowed to operate in Los Angeles and other California cities without interruption

Membership Requirements and Clientele:

• Users must register online and be over 18
• Require a State-issued ID and doctor’s recommendation
• Notable clients include Sky Blu and Joe Rogan
• Offers brands like Baked Bears, Golden Gateway, and Cheeba Chews
• Includes Kiva, Sensi Chews, Edipure, and Honey Vape Vaporizers

Challenges and Opposition Faced:

• Cannabis legalization in the US remains controversial
• California legalized medicinal cannabis only
• Proposition D aimed to reduce dispensaries in LA
• Increased delivery services due to dispensary closures
• Some cities like Riverside banned cannabis delivery

Recognition and Legal Compliance:

• Covered in publications like Cannabis Business Executive and LA Weekly
• Featured in TV segments by Bloomberg Business and GQ
• Member guidelines available on SpeedWeed’s website
• Legal issues mitigated by retaining lawyers
• California lawmakers reached a deal on regulating medicinal cannabis

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