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Going Global – The Future of Cannabis Lounges: Insights from Christopher LaPorte of Reset

Dive deep into the pioneering world of cannabis social use lounges.

Published

7 months ago

July 22, 2024

In this episode of Going Global, Jim Ickes, counsel at Zuber Lawler, sits down with Christopher LaPorte, founder of Reset, a Cannabis Hospitality Management company in Las Vegas, Nevada. They dive deep into the pioneering world of cannabis social use lounges, exploring the journey from regulatory challenges to creating sophisticated and welcoming environments for cannabis consumption. Christopher shares insights into the first state-regulated cannabis lounge, Smoke and Mirrors, and discusses the innovative concept of integrating cannabis with hospitality, including cannabis mocktails and fine dining experiences. The conversation covers the evolution of cannabis culture, the importance of lower-dose products, and intersection of cannabis and hospitality, offering a glimpse into the future of social cannabis experiences.

Learn more about Jim Ickes:

Jim Ickes focuses on civil litigation, most often in relation to financial and commercial litigation, as well as family law litigation. Mr. Ickes has over 21 years of experience in litigation, including experience in all phases of litigation, from pre-complaint strategy through trial and appeal. He often works in highly regulated industries. Mr. Ickes has a particularly deep interest in emerging industries and technologies, including legalized cannabis and blockchain. Mr. Ickes is a HCISPP (Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner) and builds HIPAA compliance programs for his clients in the healthcare and medical cannabis industries. Mr. Ickes’ comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of these sectors enables him to provide clients with invaluable guidance on maintaining privacy and security standards in ever-evolving legal and regulatory landscapes.

Learn more about Christopher LaPorte:

As managing partner at consulting firm RESET, Christopher LaPorte and his team were integral to the development and adoption of Nevada’s AB341, allowing for the operation of cannabis social-use lounges. Today, after opening the first state-regulated cannabis lounge in Nevada, SMOKE & MIRRORS, Christopher looks to expand the reach of the cannabis industry through hospitality, developing two new venues in Las Vegas slated to open Q1 2025.

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Going Global - Pioneering Cannabis Hospitality: A Conversation with Arend Richard

In this enlightening interview, Arend Richard, a seasoned entrepreneur from the cannabis industry, shares his journey from starting a YouTube channel to educate on cannabis use, to co-founding WeedTube, and developing a unique cannabis hospitality business. Born and raised in Colorado, Aaron discusses the evolution of his business ventures and his current project—creating a welcoming, educational environment for both seasoned and first-time cannabis users. He delves into the challenges of establishing a cannabis-friendly social space, including regulatory hurdles and community engagement, and highlights his vision for a new kind of social interaction centered around cannabis.