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Presented by Bridge West CPAs & Advisors to the Cannabis Industry Thursday, August 3, 2023, at 11:30 am – 12:30 pm CT The cannabis industry is a rapidly growing market...

For business owners, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) provide a critical lens for recognizing growth areas and potential challenges. Companies generally monitor KPIs such as revenue growth, revenue per client, profit...

Many states have recognized that retirement planning is vital for the financial wellness and security of American workers. To help more people become retirement-ready, some states have implemented state-mandated retirement...

Figuring out the worth of an early-stage cannabis company can be a daunting task, yet it remains an integral part of your capital formation process, especially if your business is...

Minnesota is poised to become the 23rd state to legalize cannabis use for those 21 and older. The bill legalizing cannabis use spans more than 300 pages and encapsulates a...

With low taxes, no local bans, reasonable licensing fees and no neighboring states with legalization, Minnesota is one of the most attractive markets in the U.S. As the 23rd state...

Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) is a compelling and often controversial issue in the cannabis industry. Enacted in 1982, this provision prohibits businesses from deducting otherwise ordinary...

With the Secure Act 2.0 recently passing into law, there are many new provisions affecting retirement plans and IRAs. This new law has many changes. Some that that are in...

The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) has proven to be a valuable resource for businesses during the challenging economic climate of recent years. As the cannabis industry continues to emerge and...

QR codes, or Quick Response codes, have become a staple in today’s digital world. They can be found on everything from advertisements and product packaging to business cards and signs....

I have been in Toastmasters for 28 years; I have gone weekly (we do take summers off) during those 28 years. In evaluating a speech, we often look for “ahs”...

Financial education is a crucial aspect of preparing children for successful adulthood. Parents can help kids develop the skills and knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about their finances by...

In Minnesota, the push for recreational cannabis legalization has been ongoing for several years. Efforts to legalize recreational cannabis have faced resistance from some lawmakers and law enforcement officials. Read...

If you’re looking to sell your business one day, you’ll need to make it attractive to potential buyers. While there are many types of buyers, the profitability of your company...

The Colorado Secure Savings Program is a new retirement savings law that has significant implications for employees and employers in the state. In particular, it has raised questions about how...