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Essence • September 15, 2024

Women Are Taking Over NYC's Cannabis Industry

Essence magazine features women-owned cannabis businesses in NYC, including Yerba Buena's founders and their vision for inclusive cannabis retail.

Women Are Taking Over NYC's Cannabis Industry

Essence magazine spotlights women who are reshaping NYC’s cannabis industry, featuring Yerba Buena among the leading women-owned dispensaries.

The article explores:

  • The rise of women-owned cannabis businesses
  • Challenges and opportunities for women in the industry
  • How Yerba Buena creates inclusive spaces
  • The importance of representation in cannabis

“Being a women-owned business means we bring different perspectives to everything we do,” the founders told Essence. “From product selection to store design to how we treat our team.”

Read the full feature in Essence.