Budtender of the Month: Juan Martinez
Juan Martinez's Pacific Northwest roots run deep, and his time at Remedy reflects that.
Juan Martinez's Pacific Northwest roots run deep, and his time at Remedy reflects that.
Darryl Chimbel got into the Cannabis industry by attending one of the final in-class programs at Oaksterdam University.
“If I’m trying to express myself in a way that I can fully be myself, Cannabis is a part of that process.”
"I feel stores manage a lot better if the managers are budtending, too.”
"A great budtender consumes all the products and builds their own experience and their own knowledge on the brands."
“My favorite part of it has been getting to meet the patients."
A relaxed demeanor, positive vibe and constant smile make Russ Gress easily approachable.
"The customers are like family, too. I've been invited to weddings, barbecues and everything."
“I like flower and dabs when I’m home, but when I’m out, I prefer to keep it low-key."
Scoliosis has affected me since I was 7... Once I found CBD, it worked wonders for me, so I regularly macrodose CBD.
Just being able to listen to people as you're helping them find some weed that might make their day better is rewarding.
“I am watching my team listen to what the customer wants and making an educated recommendation."
"Cannabis culture is all about acceptance and connection to me."
"I feel like I’m genuinely making a difference in this job."
Trey Ascheman favors “anything with blueberry notes. Shiskaberry is my absolute favorite.”
“To live in California and have access to this plant so easily is a dream come true.”
“Once you find out someone smokes, a branch is extended that connects you.”
Tracy Doershel is always upbeat, energetic and brings good times at Dockside Cannabis.
“You can’t learn anything if you aren't putting yourself out there.”
"Cannabis really helped me manage my anxiety, and when the chance to work in the industry came up, I took it.”