CannaTalk: Breaking into the Cannabis Industry

Grassi’s Cannabis Advisory group has launched a new podcast featuring interviews with industry leaders and business advisors who answer the most pressing questions on the minds of entrepreneurs, investors and business owners in the cannabis, hemp and CBD sectors.

With legalization of adult-use marijuana on the ballot in multiple states this year, new opportunities will be emerging across the country. We begin our series with Episode One, Breaking into the Cannabis Industry, as Grassi Partners John Pellitteri and Robert Bernstein talk strategies for entering the industry and lessons learned along their own journey into this unique market sector.

Click here to listen in on this insightful conversation, moderated by Grassi’s own Zach Gordon.


John V. Pellitteri John V. Pellitteri is a Partner at Grassi and leads the firm's Healthcare and Cannabis Service Practices. Possessing over 30 years of experience in accounting, auditing, tax planning and business consulting, John is now applying his talent to the burgeoning cannabis industry. John possesses comprehensive accounting and taxation knowledge, which combined with his healthcare consulting experience, allows him to provide an all-inclusive assessment of... Read full bio

Robert M. Bernstein Robert Bernstein is a partner at Grassi and leader of the firm’s Automotive practice. He specializes in providing business advisory and tax services to professionals within the automotive industry. His clientele includes owners of new and used car dealerships, full-service and exterior-only car washes, quick lube stations, auto repair businesses, independent and franchise gasoline stations and related convenience stores. Robert got his start in... Read full bio

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