Building for Scale: Learn From the Franchise Model To Strengthen Your Dispensary

March 31, 2023 | 2:30 pm | Room 1 | Operations Management

Franchise businesses are able to scale faster than independent businesses for a multitude of reasons. While an intimate knowledge of franchising and cannabis is necessary to properly franchise an independent concept, there are several key characteristics independent dispensary owners can implement within their businesses to operate more efficiently and successfully scale with compliance and profitability top of mind.

Tracy Timko, Vice President of Franchise Operations, Item 9 Lab Corp. – Unity Rd. and Item 9 Labs

Tracy Timko is currently the Vice President of Franchise Operations at Unity Rd., the first cannabis dispensary franchise in the U.S. Tracy is experienced in all franchise support aspects with a pivotal role at the heart of the business as one of the key links between the franchisor and franchise partners. Her track record spans several franchise companies across Kahala Brands and more.