A tactile, analog membership designed to deepen cannabis education and curiosity – with rewards along the way In an industry increasingly driven by menus, metrics, and screens, SWADE Cannabis, a premium dispensary network with 11 locations across Missouri, is taking a different approach. Starting today, SWADE Cannabis launches its statewide Passport Membership Program to reintroduce … Read more

BeLeaf Medical, one of Missouri’s original vertical marijuana operators, was chosen as Company of the Year in Greenway Magazine’s Best of the Industry Awards for 2025. This recognition, voted on by readers and peers, highlights BeLeaf’s continued success in growth, adaptability, and community engagement. Co-Founder Kevin Riggs shared his thoughts on the past year and … Read more

This award recognizes the most dynamic women entrepreneurs in America. Mitch Meyers, Co-Founder and Partner of the Missouri-based vertically-integrated cannabis company BeLeaf Medical Co., which includes SWADE Cannabis and Sinse (multiple locations), was named to Inc.’s 2025 Female 500 Founders List, recognizing her leadership in the cannabis industry. This prestigious award honors women entrepreneurs driving … Read more

Swade Cannabis plans to nearly double its Missouri retail footprint by acquiring five Kansas City-area dispensaries. Swade Cannabis dispensary at 4108 Manchester Ave. in The Grove Credit: SLBJ Swade Cannabis dispensary at 4108 Manchester Ave. in The Grove Author: Diana Barr (St. Louis Business Journal) Published: 6:20 PM CDT May 10, 2025 Updated: 6:20 PM … Read more

Good morning, MBA readers, Missouri Republican lawmakers pushed through a pair of bills Wednesday taking aim at measures approved by the state’s voters six months ago. Senators used a controversial procedure to advance legislation to strip away paid sick leave. They also passed a resolution that would make Missourians vote on whether to ban abortion … Read more