Enjoy this interview series recorded live on the show floor of the first-ever Hall of Flowers – NYC. We partnered with Respect My Region to showcase the operators and leaders shaping New York’s cannabis landscape and beyond. Catch the highlights below and watch the full episode.
Episode Highlights & Insights
Guest: Zachary Crowell – Owner of Kush Mart
Recorded: Live at Hall of Flowers New York, 2025
What You’ll Learn in a Few Minutes
1) The buyer reality in New York right now
Zachary Crowell—owner of Kush Mart—shares a clear view of what earns shelf space in NYC: clean COAs, dependable supply, and form factors that already move. Novelty helps, but repeat purchase is driven by consistency and simple education for the budtender. Use that lens when pitching in a crowded market.
2) Quality as a system, not a slogan
From intake to final pack-out, Zach emphasizes process discipline. The message: set specs, validate, and repeat. If your hardware or format introduces variability, fix the inputs before asking a retailer to take a chance.
3) Why shows like Hall of Flowers matter for operators
Hall of Flowers compresses months of line reviews into two days. For buyers, it’s tactile discovery; for brands, it’s fast feedback on price ladders, positioning, and readiness. New York’s debut at Pier 36 on Oct 8–9, 2025 made those conversations efficient—and close to the stores that will actually stock the SKUs.
Quick Notes for Operators
- Lead with proof. Verified test results, repeatable production, and on-time logistics beat hype every time.
- Simplify the pitch. Give budtenders one or two talking points they can remember and repeat.
- Right-size the lineup. Keep the winners; sunset formats that stall.
- Follow up fast. Post-show samples, sell sheet, and terms within 24–48 hours often decide the PO.
Sponsorship Note
This blog is part of our ongoing content partnership with Respect My Region at Hall of Flowers NYC. We’re here to help amplify the voices of operators on the ground and share practical insights with the wider community.
For hardware questions, sample requests, or an automation-ready fill line consultation, email sales@cannabrand-solutions.com — your trusted authorized CCELL distributor.
About Hall of Flowers NYC
A buyer-driven, industry-only show connecting licensed brands with retailers—now landing in New York City for the first time (Oct 8–9, 2025, Pier 36). If you’re building in NY, it’s the room you want to be in.
Watch More RMR @ Hall of Flowers NYC
Respect My Region is filming a slate of short interviews across the show, spotlighting New York operators and emerging brands. Explore the full playlist as it rolls out on RMR’s channel.
About Canna Brand Solutions
Canna Brand Solutions is an innovative custom packaging supplier and an official CCELL Distributor. We are a wholesale cartridge, battery, and packaging supplier, and more. Our passion to build lasting relationships with our partners motivates us to exceed your expectations, helping you grow your brand in this ever-evolving global industry.
With our deep experience in manufacturing and the cannabis industry, we offer adaptive custom packaging solutions, in-house design, and industry expertise to Cultivators, Extractors, Operators & Retailers.
