Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

Grant Gallo to Join Sapphire Risk as the Company’s First Intern

DALLAS, TX — Sapphire Risk Advisory Group, L.L.C. is excited to announce a new hire in the company’s marketing and operations department; Grant Gallo joins the group as a Marketing/Operations intern.  “I am really excited and truly grateful to join the Sapphire Risk Advisory Group and look forward to learning as much as I can over the duration of my …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

Similarities and Differences: Cannabis in Canada and the United States

Despite state-by-state legalization, Canada remains one of the most common cannabis tourist destinations for many Americans. Cannabis was legalized in October 2018 with the federal Cannabis Act, and the country currently allows up to 30 grams of cannabis flower per adult and 4 homegrown plants per household. Implementing this policy took about 3 years and brought tremendous change to the …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

Cannabis Deliveries: Successes and Challenges

The year 2020 has brought enormous change to the cannabis world. Cannabis deliveries have become a new, but popular trend and using this type of service has become a way to avoid person-to-person interaction and ensure safety. Curbside delivery at a retail dispensary location has allowed purchasers to pick-up pre-ordered cannabis without entering a crowded store. Cannabis home deliveries have …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

Security Innovations During the Pandemic

Cannabis companies are having to evolve quickly during this pandemic, whether that be changing the way they conduct business or by establishing heightened safety policies. While many businesses were required to close during stay-in-place orders, cannabis companies throughout the country were deemed essential and had to adapt rapidly to adhere to new state safety mandates. Many businesses, including cannabis companies, …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

Cannabis Drive-Thrus, Pick-Ups, and Deliveries: Temporary or Here to Stay?

COVID-19 has initiated many new changes to society. Similar to how dining in restaurants has been replaced with drive-thru or pick-up food deliveries, cannabis businesses have evolved to dispense cannabis without requiring in-store purchases. In most states, cannabis can now be “temporarily” ordered online for pick-up or through the drive-thru, just like ordering a cheeseburger from a fast food restaurant. …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

Is Social Media Compromising Your Security?

Everyday employees are posting tons of information on to social media that can breach your security. Here is a run-down of some innocent posts that can cost your business a loss. Safe Security In every great heist movie, the crooks find out what type of safe the business/place has. It is just as important as finding out guard or employee …

Cannabis Sales Through COVID-19

Cannabis Sales Through COVID-19: Rising or Falling?

Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, Cannabis has seen fluctuating sales. While some states did not consider cannabis companies essential, other states did and encouraged changes to operating procedures to ensure safety. For businesses that remained open, adjustments were made to limit the number of purchasers in the store, specific hours were set for seniors and other high-risk individuals, delivery or pick-up …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

Earth Day Landscaping Tips for Crime Prevention

Today is the annual celebration of Earth Day, and although some things may be different this year, it is still a day to celebrate the planet. While many are remaining at home due to quarantines or stay-at-home orders, the planet has been thriving. Around the world, cities are documenting unprecedented reductions in air pollution and improved air quality. While the …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

How COVID-19 is Influencing Cannabis Expansion

The cannabis industry is considered one of the fastest growing industries in the United States and has seen a recent development of new facilities and an expansion of state programs. However, many companies with plans to build new facilities or apply for a license this year have had to put their plans on hold due to the Coronavirus. Investors have …

Cannabis Security Consultant Pawn Jewelry Tony Gallo

2020: Medical Cannabis Legalization, Part II

This multi-part series will explore the states most likely to legalize medical or recreational cannabis in 2020. Check out Part I here. More and more states have been legalizing cannabis for either medical or recreational use. While this years virus has caused some delays in the application process in states that have already legalized, new states are still looking to …