Each year since 1988, Americans have celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th-October 15th. The month-long event aims to celebrate “the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America,” according to the Library of Congress. Not only does … [Read more...] about 11 Latinx-Owned Brands to Support Right Now
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Meet MOTA Glass: The Industry’s First Ethical, Latina and Veteran-Owned Bong Brand
MOTA Glass logo, courtesy of MOTA Glass. In recent years, the cannabis industry has opened its doors to thousands of glass retailers eager to take on the demand. But the fact is: the average consumer probably doesn’t think twice about heading to their local smoke shop, purchasing a shiny new bong, and breaking it in with the first puff. In reality, it is much deeper … [Read more...] about Meet MOTA Glass: The Industry’s First Ethical, Latina and Veteran-Owned Bong Brand
Mario Rodriquez of Bootleg Avocado
We spoke with Mario Rodriquez of Bootleg Avocado to discuss how the company is working to educate and collaborate with NYC's cannabis community. With a focus on culinary and operational growth, Rodriquez is continuing to help entrepreneurs by taking his events virtual during the pandemic. … [Read more...] about Mario Rodriquez of Bootleg Avocado
Conscious Consumption: 100+ Latinx-Owned Cannabis Businesses to Support Right Now
This is an on-going list. The Emerald will continue to update it.Please reach out or comment below to be included. Click here for a list of Black-Owned Cannabis Companies, LGBTQIA+ Owned Cannabis Businesses, Asian-Owned Cannabis Businesses, and here for a list of Indigenous-Owned Cannabis Businesses. Conscious Consumption: 100+ Latinx Business Owners in … [Read more...] about Conscious Consumption: 100+ Latinx-Owned Cannabis Businesses to Support Right Now