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How to Build a Hempire

Released on Saturday, September 21, 2019•CANNABIS

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What does it take to stay in the lead when 14% of the US is now using hemp?

Three years ago, HempFusion was the second CBD brand on store shelves across the United States. Two years ago, buyers for national chains would look at us like we were crazy or trying to sell drugs. One year ago, people started to take the category seriously. Last month, Gallup released a poll saying that 14% of Americans are using CBD. What happened, where is the market going, and how do you stay ahead of the curve? Explore the one of the fastest growing industries on the planet with Ian DeQuieros, CEO of HempFusion.

Ian deQuieroz

HempFusion, CEO

Ian deQuieroz is a highly motivated ethical entrepreneur, experienced in early stage high growth companies, fundraising and strategic planning, and brings an intimate understanding of the current opportunities and challenges in the emerging global hemp and cannabis industries. Mr. deQuieroz has consulted and worked in many of cannabis' largest emerging markets in five states and three countries and has played a pivotal role in the founding of various successful companies in the space. He has overseen the launch of a leading nationally distributed hemp based supplements line, founded the leading cannabis company in Jamaica, participated in various state license applications and raised seed and growth stage capital and participated in the development of complex and highly regulated supply chains. He operates with a familiarity with what is required to successfully expand in highly regulated markets domestically and internationally.