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Cannabis Pros and Cons: Both in the Workplace and as a Print and Packaging Opportunity

Some printers are finding new growth in supporting cannabis marketing, communications, and packaging in the cannabis marketplace, but all printers need to be vigilant about the workplace issues brought about by the legalization of cannabis and its derivatives in many states. Contributor Lou Caron provides an overview of these issues.

Wednesday, October 05, 2022

The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing markets in today’s world with revenues expected to exceed $30 billion by 2025.

The industry brings new market opportunities to some in the printing world; but with this newfound niche comes plenty of headaches, not the least of which is legally banking receipts.

States have different rules and interpretations, but an employer’s responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health laws include a basic requirement that transcends all.


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About Lou Caron

Lou Caron is a CPA with extensive business experience in both the insurance and printing industry, and has served as the chief financial officer of companies in both industries. In June of 2017, he became President/CEO of Printing Industries Association, Inc. of Southern California, the largest local print trade association in the nation.

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