Q & A with grower Tim Cullen [interview by Mary Winter].

Area of Science:

• Cannabis cultivation and retail operations.
• Entrepreneurship in the regulated cannabis industry.

Background:

• Colorado Harvest Company and Evergreen Apothecary were founded by Tim Cullen.
• The business focuses on growing and selling marijuana, with a significant portion for recreational use.

Discussion:

• The founder's personal experience with Crohn's Disease and his father's pain management influenced his entry into the cannabis industry.
• Colorado's legal framework for medical marijuana facilitated the initial growth of his personal cultivation efforts.

Key Insights:

• A single store averages 200-300 daily sales, with 80% for recreational purposes, indicating strong market demand.
• The business has scaled significantly, utilizing 55,000 square feet across four warehouses for cultivation.

Outlook:

• The expanding business model suggests potential for further growth within the legal cannabis market.
• Continued development in large-scale cultivation techniques may be a focus for the company.