Скачать или смотреть [FULL] AROYA Office Hours Special Edition Ep 5: Transforming Cannabis in Europe with Timo Bongartz

In this episode, host Greg Dunaway sits down with Timo Bongartz, co-founder and CEO of Cannavigia—a leading force in bringing transparency and compliance to the global cannabis market, with a special emphasis on Europe. Timo brings an unparalleled perspective, having navigated regulatory and operational challenges across Europe and beyond, including pioneering projects in Switzerland and adapting to complex EU regulations.

In this conversation, Greg and Timo dive into the explosive growth of Germany’s medical cannabis market, the evolving landscape of social clubs and home cultivation, and what it’s really like to attend “Mary Jane,” Berlin’s record-breaking cannabis festival. Timo offers a comprehensive overview of Germany’s two-tiered recreational and medical system, highlights trends shaping the broader EU industry, and explores the challenges and opportunities faced by domestic and international growers.

You’ll also get an insider’s view into the future of cannabis production, the key differences between growing in Europe versus the US, and how Cannavigia is revolutionizing compliance and data-driven decision-making for cultivators worldwide. Whether you’re an operator, investor, or just curious about cannabis in Europe, this episode delivers unique insights and candid analysis straight from one of the industry’s sharpest minds.

00:00 B2C Conference with Business Day
04:28 Germany Eases Access to Medical Products
09:38 Industry's Growth Challenges
12:10 Rural Club Setup Insights
13:49 Europe's Growing Market Potential
19:42 Ensuring Consistency in Production
23:41 QR-Based Cultivation Tracking System
25:47 Global Market Expansion Support
29:57 Global Impact on Local Cultivation
32:06 Global Shift in Production
36:40 Industry: Opex and Tech Solutions
38:39 Optimizing Cultivar Selection Strategy
43:55 Liberalizing Markets for Wider Access
44:55 European Shift Right Slows Legalization
48:16 Pharma Potential in the US

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Host Links:
📲Greg Dunaway,   / gregdunaway  
https://maplecreek.consulting

About: Greg Dunaway brings a unique blend of corporate savvy and cannabis industry grit to the mic. After 10 years in PR, marketing, and account management, he took a leap of faith into the cannabis space—leading a startup in Arizona through rapid growth and a successful exit. He then joined Grow Glide as employee #5, helping scale the company 20x, expand internationally, and navigate a high-profile acquisition.

Today, Greg is the founder of Cult Cannabis Co., a premium cultivation company based in Arizona. With clients on three continents and a deep network across the industry, he brings an insider perspective, real-world experience, and a passion for meaningful conversations that move the cannabis space forward.

Guest Links:
📲 Timo Bongartz,   / timo-bongartz  
📲 Cannavigia, https://www.cannavigia.com

‘Office Hours’ is an AROYA by Addium Inc. Podcast //
📲 Produced by Chris Ripley,   / _mrripleyc_