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Shadd Dales welcome back Jushi Holdings (OTCQX: JUSHF) CEO Jim Cacioppo to get a better understanding of why the cannabis company has upside potential and the key growth states they’re focusing on that present those opportunities.Jushi’s Growth & Expansion Strategy: Focus on Ohio, Pennsylvania & VirginiaJushi continues its impressive expansion while optimizing operations. The company has streamlined its workforce, maintaining efficiency with 1,150 to 1,250 employees while growing to 40 retail locations.Key Growth States:• Pennsylvania: Jushi’s largest market with 18 stores, poised for even greater potential if adult-use legalization advances.• Virginia: Strategic investments in high-traffic locations, anticipating adult-use sales by 2025/2026 in premium markets.• Ohio: Expansion into 7-8 stores, overcoming regulatory hurdles while building cultivation and processing capabilities.Financial Strength & Strategy:•Paid down $20M in debt, reinforcing financial health.•Generated $21.6M in cash flow from operations in 2023.•Implemented a “seven to seven” retail strategy, enhancing customer access.Competitive Edge:•Led by a strong management team, with Founder Jim Cacioppo as the largest shareholder.•Prioritizing product quality, customer choice, and retail variety.•Future plans include potential acquisitions and interest in Florida, Georgia and Texas, awaiting federal reform for broader expansion.Jushi remains a player in the cannabis industry, strategically positioning itself for success.This is the first of many interviews with Tier 2 marijuana companies that could have upside potential based on cannabis reform at both the state and federal levels.0:00:00 Introduction0:01:21 Feedback since Earnings Report0:02:49 Company's Status in Past 12-18 Months0:07:01 Background as Hedge Fund Manager0:11:30 Hedge Fund Community Dynamics0:16:02 Potential Upside in Cannabis Industry0:19:30 Ohio Market Overview0:20:21 Ohio Market Performance0:22:49 Wholesale Opportunity in Ohio0:27:07 Consumer Preferences in Different States0:29:47 Virginia Political Landscape0:35:11 Virginia Store Locations0:39:55 Flower Foundry Brand0:42:00 Virginia Adult-Use Legalization Timeline0:43:41 Pennsylvania Adult-Use Potential0:50:57 Current Challenges and Improvement Areas0:54:39 Florida Market Perspective0:58:49 Future Growth and Acquisition Strategy1:02:14 Podcast Conclusion and Closing Remarks#JushiHoldings #CannabisExpansion #OhioCannabis #PennsylvaniaCannabis

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