{"id":198174,"date":"2023-08-10T09:24:54","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T16:24:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/?p=198174"},"modified":"2023-08-10T13:39:25","modified_gmt":"2023-08-10T20:39:25","slug":"9-pioneering-black-women-transforming-the-us-cannabis-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/9-pioneering-black-women-transforming-the-us-cannabis-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Pioneering Black Women Transforming the US Cannabis Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>9 Pioneering Black Women Leading the Charge in the US Cannabis Industry<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In today’s rapidly evolving cannabis landscape, it’s essential to shine a light on those who break barriers and challenge the status quo. The industry, poised to reach an estimated valuation of $70.6 billion by 2028, has seen a disproportionate representation, with over 80% of marijuana business owners being white. But change is on the horizon. Today, we celebrate nine Black women making strides in this budding sector.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Alicia Deals: Turning Adversity into Advocacy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_198175\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-198175\" class=\"size-large wp-image-198175\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"Black women in cannabis\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/219172D5-C361-4351-A2A3-16B2D5830D08.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-198175\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Alicia Deals, Cookies<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/alicia-deals-berner-open-cookies-in-tempe-arizona\/\">Alicia’s<\/a> journey, marked by her father’s unjust sentencing, is a beacon of inspiration. Operating the first Black-owned cannabis dispensary in Arizona, Alicia’s Cookies dispensary stands as a testament to her undying spirit and drive.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Suzan Nickelson: Elevating the Essence of Holistic Healing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_198176\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-198176\" class=\"wp-image-198176 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"Black women in cannabis\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/751DBBB4-98FC-44F2-BE3B-BFAC76E109CB.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-198176\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Suzan Nickelson, Holistic Solutions<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/holistic-solutions-adult-use-sales-a-milestone-in-nj\/\">Suzan’s<\/a> venture, Holistic Solutions in Waterford, NJ, epitomizes the union of business acumen and a deep-rooted passion for natural remedies. As the state’s premier Black woman-owned medical cannabis dispensary, Holistic Solutions promises a diverse array of quality cannabis products.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Extasy James: Breaking Barriers with Good Grades<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-198177\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/E85C0F05-313B-4F02-9912-9389643632B3.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Queens, New York, welcomes its first woman-owned dispensary, thanks to <a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/queens-celebrates-opening-of-first-woman-owned-pop-up-dispensary\/\">Extasy James<\/a>. Her dispensary, Good Grades, emphasizes the significance of inclusivity, allowing everyone to experience the advantages of cannabis.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. Payton Shubrick: Championing Equity in Massachusetts<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-198178\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7433855F-58DD-4085-A55B-6811BFA0DBEF.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With only 1.7% of cannabis-related businesses being Black-owned, <a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/springfields-6-bricks-dispensary-breaking-barriers-and-redefining-the-cannabis-experience\/\">Payton Shubrick<\/a>, CEO of 6 Bricks, is a torchbearer in promoting Black businesses and the importance of equitable representation.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>5. Sue Taylor: Pioneering Cannabis for Seniors<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-198179\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375-1024x1024.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"Black women in cannabis\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/957B3D27-5791-488A-9860-E781E1519375.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/breaking-barriers-and-representing-for-seniors-with-cannabis-the-story-of-mama-sue\/\">Sue Taylor<\/a>‘s Farmacy in Berkeley, CA, focuses on the often-overlooked senior demographic. Through her “Mama Sue” line, Taylor aims to alleviate common ailments in the elderly, such as chronic pain and insomnia, using the therapeutic powers of cannabis.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>6. Kika Keith: Crafting a Legacy with Gorilla Rx Wellness<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-198180\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"Black women in cannabis\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/694975BA-5E8A-4039-87AE-1037F9F755F9.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/gorilla-rx-wellness-the-story-of-kika-keith-and-the-struggle-for-social-equity-in-the-cannabis-industry\/\">Kika Keith<\/a>‘s determination is evident in Gorilla Rx Wellness, the first Black-female owned dispensary in South Los Angeles. Overcoming the odds, Keith now showcases an expansive range of products, prioritizing representation for Black-owned brands.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>7. Aja Allen: Carving a Niche with Sixty Four & Hope<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-198181\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"Black women in cannabis\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/72C1A7DD-E70B-4DD6-A20E-7B05BBA2F929.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/aja-allen-is-representing-for-lgtbq-cannabis-community-with-sixty-four-hope-launch\/\">Aja Allen<\/a>, a former luxury retailer manager, now spearheads Sixty Four & Hope, a Mid-City based dispensary. As an LGBTQ+ member, Aja’s inclusion in the cannabis industry sets a precedent for further diversity and acceptance.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>8. Hope Wiseman: From Banking to Bud<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-198182\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=740%2C740&ssl=1\" alt=\"Black women in cannabis\" width=\"740\" height=\"740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=1024%2C1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=300%2C300&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=80%2C80&ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/BF714D8C-249F-4DE9-9745-83BF2518D6D1.png?w=1080&ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/mary-main-a-black-owned-md-dispensary-goes-recreational\/\">Hope Wiseman<\/a>, once an investment banker, was once the youngest African-American woman owning a marijuana dispensary. Together with her mother, Dr. Octavia Simkins-Wiseman, they have crafted a haven in Mary & Main for the Maryland community.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>9. 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