Member Since 2021
Mike Weinberger
Unity Rd.
Colorado
With 20 years of franchise experience, I’m focused on growing emerging concepts into nationally recognized brands. I’ve developed global franchises with more than 450 units worldwide and locations in 8 countries. I co-founded Unity Rd. and the cannabis franchise system effectively bridging together the worlds of franchise and cannabis. I have also trained as an attorney and practiced in franchise and real estate law with a focus on providing legal support to start-ups and small business owners.
SKILLS
- Contract Negotiations
- Corporate Law
- Ligitation
RECENT CONTENT
April 14th, 2023
Nine Essential Steps Professionals Can Take to Stay Relevant in an AI-Dominated World
Critical thinking, relationship-building, adaptability and other uniquely human traits will be the key to success in today's AI-dominated work landscape.
April 12th, 2023
The Human Side of Business: Incorporating Fun Increases Productivity and Creates Great Work Culture
Times have changed, and expectations are high — as evidenced by the Great Resignation, quiet quitting and the persistently hopeful idea that work can and should be enjoyable.
February 23rd, 2023
Revolution To The Workforce: Finding New Purpose In The Cannabis Industry
If you’re sold and want to make the leap, it’s easier than you think.
February 9th, 2023
11 Ways to Turn Your Customers Into Brand Loyalists
You can't necessarily buy brand loyalty, but you can earn it with the right customer experience and engagement tactics.
December 20th, 2022
13 Big End-Of-Year Tasks to Check Off Your Business To-Do List
The end of the year is a notoriously busy time, but it's important to make room in your schedule for these key year-end to-dos.
December 13th, 2022
Unhappy Customer? Take These 12 Actions Right Away
Their future opinion of your business rides on how you respond to their concerns.
November 4th, 2022
Hiring for Character and Not Experience: 3 Tips for Finding the Best Individuals for Your Company
Character and culture are the fuel and engine of enterprise.
October 13th, 2022
12 Tips for Scaling Up in a Niche Market
Carving out your niche is only the first step in launching a successful business.
October 5th, 2022
12 Things You'll Need if You Want to Build a True Lifestyle Brand
There are countless lifestyle brands on the market today, so you'll need the right elements to stand out as a memorable one.
September 26th, 2022
11 Effective Ways to Foster a Growth Mindset in Your Team
A positive work environment, including one that embraces a growth mindset, starts at the top.
July 27th, 2022
People-First: The Most Overused Descriptor Businesses Use — And How To Live Up To It
From the C-Suite to the interns — we are all just humans, with our various struggles, hopes, plans and yeah, laundry.
July 13th, 2022
12 Areas of Marketing to Prioritize When Working on a Budget
Even if you're short on cash, these 12 things will significantly boost your marketing efforts.
June 2nd, 2022
How to Encourage a Culture of Innovative Ideas From Everyone in Your Company
The CEO's and executive team's main job is listening.
February 17th, 2022
What Does Good Corporate Culture Look Like?
A company without culture is disconnected from its purpose and is more likely to fail.
December 28th, 2021
Cannabis Corporate Culture: 3 Misconceptions About Teams and the Industry
Cannabis — as an industry — has come a long way.
COMPANY INFO
Unity Rd.
Unity Rd. is the first national cannabis dispensary franchise model in the U.S. Since launching in 2018, Unity Rd. has always had one mission and vision in mind for the cannabis industry: to inspire confidence in the benefits of cannabis for all. From consumers to entire communities to investors, Unity Rd. was founded on the belief that everyone has a place in the budding $27 billion industry. The result: High-quality cannabis products guests can rely on that are sold in shops run by local entrepreneurs who are backed by Unity Rd.’s collective 200+ years of legal cannabis and franchising experience. An industry pioneer, Unity Rd. is the retail franchise from Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB). The franchise has been named one of the top cannabis retail leaders in the nation by MJBizDaily, became the first concept of its kind to become a member of the International Franchise Association (IFA) and was named one of the “Best Cannabis Companies to Work For” in the dispensary category of Cannabis Business Times’ 2022 and 2020 lists. Unity Rd. currently has four shops open and multiple agreements signed with 20-plus entrepreneurial groups who are developing the brand across 10-plus states. For more information, visit www.unityrd.com
AREA OF FOCUS
- Franchising
- Retail
- Cultivation
INDUSTRY
Cannabis