Cannabis Resource Ecosystem

Partner Marketplace

In cannabis, you can't gamble on the wrong people. One bad partner can cost you everything . Trust the ones who see what you’ve built, feel what’s at stake—and take the hit before it ever reaches you.

We don't just roll with anyone. Our partners are battle-tested, handpicked to have your back, and trained to help you outpace the ones still fumbling.

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As cannabis moves into the mainstream, the stakes only get higher. You’re no longer alone—because protecting your growth, your operations, and your future isn’t something you should ever have to do alone.

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Active Cannabis Business Licenses

US population with access to regulated marijuana in 2024

Regulated State Markets

Partner Categories

Accounting

With brutal taxes and financial landmines, proper accounting isn’t optional—it’s survival. Cannabis-savvy accountants protect your cash flow, sharpen deductions, and keep penalties off your back.

Banking

In cannabis, cash-only operations don’t just risk your money—they expose your employees, your transactions, and your tax compliance. Specialized banking solutions protect your business, your people, and your future.

Retirement

Federal restrictions block cannabis employees from standard 401(k) plans—limiting their financial security and long-term growth. Cannabis-committed providers clear compliance hurdles and give your team the future they deserve.

Insurance

In cannabis, it’s not if risk shows up—it’s when. Tailored insurance protects your product from theft, covers employee injuries, defends against lawsuits, and keeps your business compliant—so you’re not just surviving the risks, you’re staying three steps ahead of them.

Human Resources

Managing a workforce in cannabis isn’t business as usual—it’s a compliance minefield. Specialized HR solutions help you recruit, train, and retain top talent—while staying aligned with industry regulations, labor laws, and hiring requirements that can trip up even seasoned operators.

Business Services

Cannabis operators need professional services that support daily operations, including marketing, legal consulting, and operational management. Partnering with cannabis-specific service providers ensures efficiency and compliance.

Technology

Cannabis businesses rely on industry-specific software, including seed-to-sale tracking, compliance reporting, and point-of-sale (POS) systems. Using the right technology ensures smooth workflows and prevents regulatory fines.

Community

Cannabis associations provide networking, advocacy, and education for industry professionals. Membership in leading cannabis groups connects businesses with valuable resources, regulatory insights, and strategic partnerships.

Social Equity & Justice Programs

The cannabis industry has a responsibility to support equity initiatives, ensuring fair opportunities for entrepreneurs from communities historically affected by cannabis prohibition. Investing in social equity programs helps promote diversity and inclusion while strengthening industry credibility.

Explore our Partners

By choosing trusted partners, cannabis businesses can safeguard their operations, reputation, and bottom line.

Accounting Buds

Accounting Buds offers an unparalleled range of services specifically designed to support cannabis companies. Whether your business is in its early stages or fully established, our tailored services cater to your specific requirements. Experience the unparalleled expertise and professional assistance of Accounting Buds, guiding you towards success in the industry.

Allay Consulting

Cannabis & Psilocybin Compliance Consulting. Best Practices from Seed to Sale

BenAssist

Employee Benefits. SOLUTIONS. INTEGRITY. PASSION.

Cannabis Safety Institute

The Cannabis Safety Institute, your trusted partner in the emerging cannabis industry, is dedicated to ensuring the responsible and secure industry expansion. With the rapid growth of the cannabis market, safety and quality are paramount concerns for businesses and regulators alike. Our institute is committed to advancing knowledge, best practices, and standards for the safe and responsible handling of cannabis operations for every license type. Whether you're a cannabis regulator, cultivator, producer, retailer, or simply a consumer seeking reliable information, the Cannabis Safety Institute is your go-to resource for promoting a culture of safety, quality, and sustainability in the cannabis industry.

CannaFirst Financial

Local Banking for Cannabis Companies in Mississippi and Alabama

CannaSpyGlass

Crush your growth goals with verified hemp and cannabis industry data.

Cardinal Delphi

Are one-size-fits-all payment solutions holding you back? Partner with Cardinal Delphi to design your ideal payment flow. Our developer tools offer endless customization, allowing you to create a system that seamlessly integrates with your unique business.

Distru

The Choice Cannabis ERP. Distru is the central hub for your operation. Drive sales, stay compliant, manage inventory, and track costs at every step, from seed to sale.

Dope CFO

Nationally Recognized Cannabis/CBD Accounting and Tax Professionals

Dope CPA

CANNABIS ACCOUNTING and CFO SERVICES

Emerald Intel

Reliable, Accurate Cannabis Industry Data. Market leading intelligence that increases prospect conversion and drives business growth.

Employee Navigator

Employee Navigator is a rapidly growing benefits and HR software provider integrated with over 150+ of the nation’s leading insurance carriers, payroll companies, and TPAs.

Empyreal Logistics

The End-to-End Logistics Solution for Your Cash Management Needs.

First Citizens Bank

Your trusted cannabis and hemp banking partner

FlowerHire

We connect the world's most exciting growth industry with the planet's best talent. FlowerHire is Talent in Cannabis.

Growise CPAs

We push the envelope of what’s possible, so you can grow wise and open new markets with confidence. Through high-touch expert financial advising, Growise offers strategic insights and support that builds industry leaders. We offer CPA services such as dispensary accounting, cannabis bookkeeping, CFO services, and tax planning and preparation.

Icon Savings Plan

Portable Retirement Plans (PRPs). The easiest, most affordable way to offer a retirement plan to your employees.

ICS Consulting

ICS Consulting offers a range of services from license application to operation. Our packages are customized to meet businesses where they are at through all phases of growth.

Integrity Payment Processing

The field of electronic payments is not a one-size-fits-all one. We believe that every business has different processing needs, so we have developed a one-stop payment solution for any business, anywhere. That’s why our experts are dedicated to coming up with the ideal solution for you.

Irongate

Our services empower businesses to unlock substantial deductions and credits. Accelerate deductions to boost cash flow. Reward investments in research and development. Leverage assets for greater tax efficiency.

LRS | Leading Retirement Solutions

The Leading Cannabis 401(k)®

MFE Insurance

When it comes to cannabis insurance, there can be a lot of misconceptions and myths around the topic. From small to large operations, our cannabis insurance policies and services are designed to meet the needs of any type of establishment.

MJstack

MJstack helps take the burden off cannabis owners and operators who know that the tech stack is essential to their business, but may need guidance or direction when evaluating different cannatech vendors.

myHRconcierge

Our HRCompli and HRCompli+admin suite of services give you the flexibility to select the package that best fits your needs to reduce your risk and alleviate the burden of HR.

NCIA | National Cannabis Industry Assoc

As the only national voice for independent cannabis businesses, NCIA advocates for policies that benefit all responsible businesses in the cannabis space, not just the wealthiest few.

PuzzleHR

Our team of HR specialists provides industry leading HR as a Service (HRaaS) to companies of all sizes and is equipped with the all the varied skills and expertise necessary to help your business overcome HR challenges, enabling you to focus on what you do best.

Roots & Suits

With over 20 years of corporate & executive leadership expertise, we help companies achieve best-in-class results in profitability, employee engagement, & customer service!

Salal Credit Union

We're proud to empower this vibrant and innovative industry with banking and lending solutions that help cannabis businesses thrive.

Seed Talent

Train, Upskill & Measure Budtender Performance.

Shield Compliance

Shield Compliance transforms how financial institutions manage risk, comply with regulations, and satisfy operational demands associated with serving the legal cannabis market.

Simply J

Welcome to Simply J, where financial expertise meets empowerment. As a women-owned firm with over 25 years of experience, we go beyond numbers to inspire, educate, and elevate. Join us on a journey of financial empowerment, where we build strong foundations for success.

Tinkler Professional Accounting Services

SERVING THE UNDERSERVED AND OVERSTIGMATIZED SINCE 2016

UpSource PEO

The comprehensive outsourcing solution for payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, and human resources.

Valley Bank

Not all banks are equipped to handle the complexities of cannabis banking. At Valley, we have the experience, know-how, and tools to help you flourish.

World Insurance

Protect your most valuable assets: your people and your business.

Zen Den HR

HR Support for the Cannabis Industry.

ZayZoon

Earned Wage Access (EWA), also called on-demand pay, allows employees to access a percentage of the wages they've already earned whenever they want.

Word on the Street

“I will say, I am quite impressed with Paragon’s commitment to the cannabis industry. From seeing ads, to your posts on LinkedIn on Paragon’s behalf etc. I am just very happy to see a company that is so openly stating that they support us. It’s a very nice change from what seems to be the norm. Two thumbs up to you guys at Paragon!

Also, I forgot to add, that not only is great to see the support of the industry, but Paragon seems to one of the few if not the only payroll company that seems to understand the pricing schedule that is realistic within this industry. Too many companies operate under the “cannabis tax” model when doing business with a cannabis company that further strains the success of the growth of this industry. So, I am very thankful that Paragon is not one of those companies and is realistic with their fees.”

Owner With It Weed

“We transitioned to isolved at the first of this year. Naturally, that came with a steep learning curve for our payroll processing. With other payroll software transitions in my career, this has been a very difficult process.
Ever since our implementation resource was introduced, it's been like having someone right beside me along the way to ensure things are 100% accurate. She's taken a ton of questions from me over the past few weeks and provided timely (and accurate) answers to every one of them. She made this transition easier than anything I've seen doing payroll for over 18 years. It's obvious she knows the system inside-and-out because she knew how to explain complex procedures in an easy-to-understand way. I could write paragraphs on how she walked me through our complex payroll and increased my understanding of the isolved platform. This is even more commendable since we are a PEO, which only adds to the complexity of how we are using the program.

In short, she is my hero!"

Owner UpSource PEO

"Paragon's service has been great. Implementation and support have been very responsive and helped us out when we needed to find a new provider and had tight timeframes. They made the process of switching providers nearly painless and they seem to really care and show a lot of empathy for our situation. A big thank you to their team."

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