Cure8

11/17/2025

Turning Visions into Reality!

Check out this inspiring clip from our President Munir Haque chatting with Vladimir Bautista, Co-Founder and CEO of Happy Munkey LLC

From early discovery calls to sitting in their fully set-up dispensary – Vlad shares how it's one thing to dream big, but another to make it happen. And guess what? He's thrilled he teamed up with Cure8 to bring it all to life!

We love building success stories like this in the cannabis world. Tag a founder who needs to see this!

11/11/2025

TOMORROW @ 4 PM CT

Jcob Affeldt (VP, Frostbite Cannabis) joins Eric Schlissel (CEO, Cure8) LIVE to share the raw story of launching a dispensary in Minnesota—from first license to first sale.

Expect:
The “wish I knew” moment every new owner faces
Real-world wins and costly missteps
Lessons every new operator can apply

📅 Wed, Nov 12 | 4:00 PM CT
📍 LinkedIn Live

[Set Reminder Now] → https://hubs.la/Q03SF0vB0

Drop your Qs below—we’ll ask Jacob live!

11/06/2025

Munir Haque, Cure8’s President, sits down with Stephen Eigenmann on The CannaConnect Show—this time diving deep into the biggest rookie mistakes crushing new cannabis businesses in Minnesota… and the exact playbook to avoid them.

Think you’re covered on compliance? Licensing? Cash flow? Think again. One wrong move = game over.

Cure8 exists to make sure that never happens:
Security that stops threats cold
POS built for cannabis chaos
Compliance that’s actually foolproof

Watch the fresh cut now:
👉https://hubs.la/Q03S19GX0

Tag a founder who needs this! ⬇️


Eigenmann Connect Haque

Munir Haque joins Stephen to discuss some of the biggest mistakes that new cannabis businesses are making and how to avoid those mistakes.About Canna Connect...

10/17/2025

Big news! Our President, Munir Haque, just dropped some serious knowledge on Episode 02 of The Canna Connect Show with Stephen Eigenmann. 🌱💡

Munir shared why Minnesota’s cannabis market is heating up and what makes it totally unique compared to other states. He also highlighted how Cure8 is leading the charge with market education events that help businesses navigate this fast-growing industry.

At Cure8, we’re passionate about equipping cannabis businesses with the tech they need to succeed—think rock-solid POS systems, top-notch security, and compliance solutions that keep things running smoothly. Whether you’re a dispensary owner, cultivator, or just curious about the cannabis boom, this episode is a must-watch for insights you won’t find anywhere else.

Check it out here: https://hubs.la/Q03P9tcR0

Let us know what you think in the comments! 👇

Kicking off Episode 02 of The Canna Connect Show with Munir Haque and Stephen Eigenmann 🎱 | Canna Connect MN

10/13/2025

We’re joining Canna Connect this week in Minneapolis for “How to Budget for Your Cannabis Facility” — a must-attend, free educational event for anyone planning or optimizing their cannabis operation.

📍 When: Wednesday, October 15 | 2–7 PM CDT (Doors open at 1:30 PM)
📍 Where: The Wilderness Fitness & Coworking, West Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN

Hear from Cure8’s own Munir Haque along with experts from Dutchie, EST Tech, Evolve Payment, Kelley Energy Management, and CEE (Center for Energy and Environment) as they break down:

- METRC & inventory compliance essentials
- Facility & energy management best practices
- Tech alignment across POS, ERP, and back-office systems
- Payment and financial solutions for cannabis businesses
- Operational efficiency from the ground up

Save your seat (it’s free!): https://hubs.la/Q03NlBT-0

10/10/2025

We'll be in Minneapolis next week for another great, free seminar with Canna Connect MN about budgeting for your cannabis facility.

Featuring our own Munir Haque and experts from Dutchie, EST Tech, Evolve Payment, Kelley Energy Management, Center for Energy and Environment

Topics to be covered include:

Inventory & Compliance Deep Dive: Get expert advice on METRC compliance, leveraging technology for real-time inventory management, and avoiding costly tracking errors.

Essential Facility Management: Learn best practices for integrating utility, energy, and physical infrastructure with insights from Kelley Energy Management and CEE (Center for Energy and Environment).

Tech Strategy & Integration: Understand how modern enterprise technology (EST Tech) and point-of-sale systems (Dutchie) need to align with your overall business strategy.

Financial & Payment Solutions: Receive clear guidance on navigating the complex payment landscape with Evolve Payment.

Operational Excellence: Hear from Cure8 on building compliant, efficient, and scalable business processes from the ground up.

When: Wednesday, October 15, 2-7pm CDT, doors at 1:30pm
Where: The Wilderness Fitness and Coworking, West Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, USA

Register for free now:

Canna Connect presents straight talk advice on operational strategy for cannabis facility success. Join top industry leaders for a session.

10/01/2025

Ohio Headed to OCHBS 2025!
We’re excited to see you there! 🙌

Join Cure8 at the Ohio Cannabis Health & Business Summit, where industry professionals, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the cannabis, CBD, h**p, and wellness sectors come together to connect and collaborate.

Experience 100+ exhibitors, 70+ expert speakers, and in-depth sessions covering the adult-use market, regulations, and emerging industry trends shaping the future of cannabis.

📍 IX Center, Cleveland, OH
📅 October 3–4, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Stop by and meet the Cure8 team to explore how our IT, security, and compliance solutions help dispensaries, cultivators, and cannabis operators streamline operations and stay audit-ready.

Purchase your tickets: https://tinyurl.com/2s3unvxc

Let’s connect, share insights, and build the future of the cannabis industry together. 🌿

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09/30/2025

Busy, Fun Week in Minnesota!

From visiting client sites and seeing exciting build progress to connecting with new faces and industry peers, it was a packed week for the Cure8 team in Minnesota!

We attended the CannaConnect MN educational event – “How to Budget for Your Dispensary in the Minnesota Cannabis Industry”, and wrapped up the week at the lively Legacy Cup Industry Night.

A highlight of the trip? Spotting Chris Isley of Temeka Group repping a custom t-shirt with a throwback picture of Munir from his old rock band days.

Always great to be out in the community, meeting operators, and learning what’s next for Minnesota’s growing cannabis market.

09/24/2025

The way customers shop for cannabis is changing, and the only dispensaries that will thrive are the ones that adapt.

Every shopper has different needs, preferences, and budgets. Yet too often, dispensaries treat them the same. The solution? Cannabis kiosks that create personalized, efficient, and compliant shopping experiences.

In our latest article, we cover everything you need to know about choosing the right dispensary kiosk, including:
The main types of kiosks (free-standing, wall-mounted, countertop/tablet)
Must-have features like POS integration, compliance tools, and upsell capabilities
The real business impact: faster checkouts, higher sales, and happier customers
Common mistakes to avoid when selecting a kiosk
With the right kiosk, dispensaries are seeing:
Up to 35% revenue increases
40% shorter wait times
Stronger compliance and customer trust
Read the full guide here: https://hubs.la/Q03KSTz20

09/23/2025

Maryland cannabis operators, are your security systems truly compliance-ready?

Maryland’s cannabis market is booming, but so are the regulatory and cybersecurity demands. From 24/7 surveillance to strict data retention rules, the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) sets some of the toughest standards in the country.

That’s where cloud security comes in. Cloud solutions make it easier to:
Protect sensitive data and video footage
Meet 48-hour retrieval and 90-day retention requirements
Defend against ransomware, phishing, and credential theft
Scale your IT and security as your operations grow

In our latest article, we break down:
How MCA rules translate into cloud security controls
A Maryland-specific blueprint for dispensaries, cultivators, processors, and delivery services
Real cybersecurity threats targeting cannabis operators today
A practical 12-step Maryland Cannabis Cloud Security Checklist

Read the full guide here: https://hubs.la/Q03KDCX10

Cure8 is proud to help Maryland cannabis businesses turn compliance into a competitive advantage with future-proof security strategies.

02/17/2023

In markets that shift from medical-only to hybrid, how much of an advantage do existing medical dispensaries have over new rec dispensaries, especially if they're given at least a couple months' head start?

If the New Mexico market is any indication, the "incumbent" or "legacy" advantage is a pretty big one.

https://hubs.la/Q01CGS1n0

Albuquerque's legacy dispensaries command an overwhelming market share of recreational cannabis sales, despite being outnumbered by their independent, non-legacy counterparts.