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Each year, Vangst releases the definitive report on employment in the legal cannabis industry --  and 2025 is no exception. Our latest report, produced in partnership with Whitney Economics, offers a state-by-state snapshot of jobs supported by legal cannabis, critical economic insights, and an outlook on where the industry is heading next.  Learn why cannabis remains one of America's most important economic drivers — and where the biggest opportunities lie next.

Welcome to Vangst’s Starter Guide to landing your first cannabis job and starting your cannabis career in Maryland. Here’s what you need to know: How old do you have to be to work in the cannabis industry in Maryland? Employees must be at least 21 years old to work in the cannabis industry in Maryland.

Welcome to Vangst’s Starter Guide to landing your first cannabis job and starting your cannabis career in Oregon. Here’s what you need to know: How old do you have to be to work in the cannabis industry in Oregon? Employees must be at least 21 years old to work in the cannabis industry in Oregon.

Welcome to Vangst’s Starter Guide to landing your first cannabis job and starting your cannabis career in Illinois. Here’s what you need to know: How old do you have to be to work in the cannabis industry in Illinois? Employees must be at least 21 years old to work in the cannabis industry in Illinois.

Welcome to Vangst’s Starter Guide to landing your first cannabis job and starting your cannabis career in Arizona. Here’s what you need to know: How old do you have to be to work in the cannabis industry in Arizona? Employees must be at least 21 years old to work in the cannabis industry in Arizona.

Welcome to Vangst’s Starter Guide to landing your first cannabis job and starting your cannabis career in Minnesota. Here’s what you need to know: How old do you have to be to work in the cannabis industry in Minnesota? Employees must be at least 21 years old to work in the cannabis industry in Minnesota.

Welcome to Vangst’s Starter Guide to landing your first cannabis job and starting your cannabis career in California. Here’s what you need to know: How old do you have to be to work in the cannabis industry in California? Employees must be at least 21 years old to work in the cannabis industry in California.

Welcome to Vangst’s Starter Guide to landing your first cannabis job and starting your cannabis career in New York. Here’s what you need to know: How old do you have to be to work in the cannabis industry in New York? Employees must be at least 21 years old to work in the cannabis industry in New York.

Navigating the Missouri Cannabis Market with John Pennington, the co-founder and CEO of Proper Cannabis in Missouri. John shared his early entrepreneurial spirit, from shoveling driveways as a kid to running a business in high school and college. His transition into the cannabis industry was…

Today we are excited to announce that we have entered into a partnership with Gusto, the #1 rated HR platform for payroll, benefits, and more.

Learn about diverse opportunities in the rapidly growing industry! From budtenders to extractors, cultivators to packagers, let us help you find your niche.

Explore the world of gig work: flexible jobs, diverse opportunities! Learn about freelancing, temporary gigs, and more.

Unlock efficiency & talent with temp-to-hire staffing! Learn how this strategic approach can benefit your business.

Cannabis jobs have ebbs and flows throughout the cycle of a year. What causes them? Why do they happen? How can we prepare for them?

Today we are excited and proud to announce that we’ve acquired CannabizTemp, the temporary staffing division of CannabizTeam. This acquisition marks the first acquisition in the cannabis HR space, and is an important step in driving the industry forward. 

The Proud to Work in Cannabis Podcast presents an insightful discussion on the 2024 Jobs Report. Hosted by Karson Humiston, the episode features seasoned cannabis writer Bruce Barcott and Beau Whitney, Chief Economist at Whitney Economics. Together, they have been collaborating on this report since last year, and it was great to have them both on the show to share their insights.

Get ready to roll into the world of cannabis entrepreneurship with the latest podcast episode! Vangst was offered an exclusive sit-down with none other than the King of Cones himself, Brian Gerber, co-founder and CEO of Hemper and Hara Supply.

Managing the employee life cycle comprehensively is no small feat, especially for those new to the HR industry. In this guide, we'll break down the basics of Human Capital Management (HCM) to help you navigate this essential aspect of organizational success.

This episode of the Proud to Work in Cannabis podcast features an interview with Luke Anderson, a co-founder of Cann Beverage.

To help companies budget for growth, we’ve broken it down into 3 main areas - Fees, Labor-Management, and Tech Stack. In this post, we’ll be covering Tech Stack.

To help companies budget for growth, we’ve broken it down into 3 main areas - Fees, Labor-Management, and Tech Stack. In this post, we’ll be covering Labor-Management.

To help companies budget for growth, we’ve broken the hidden cost down into 3 main areas - Taxes & Insurance, Labor-Management, and Tech Stack. In this post, we’ll be covering Taxes & Insurance.

Unlocking Career Success in Cannabis: Navigating Med Badge vs. Facility Agent Card for Compliance and Advancement

Unlocking Opportunities: Navigating the Cannabis Job Market with Vangst and Expert Recruiters.

Looking to start a career in the growing cannabis industry but finding it all a bit confusing? Here’s what you need to know.

Exploring Cannabis Dispensaries as an Alternative Career Path | Job Comparisons & Prospects

Are you scouring the internet for "bartending jobs near me," only to find a scarcity of opportunities? The job market can be tough, especially in the service industry. However, there's a lesser-known yet thriving industry that might just be the perfect alternative: working in a cannabis dispensary.

Decoding Cannabis, Weed, and Marijuana: Historical Roots, Modern Nuances, and Industry Insights

Cannabis’ strong counter-culture and underground roots have resulted in a lot of nicknames for the plant that we all know and love – pot, weed, cannabis, the devil’s lettuce, dope, grass, wacky tobacky… The list goes on and on. At the end of the day, all of these terms are generally referring to the same thing, but as we’ll explore today, the roots of these terms have historical significance, and contemporary nuances that set them apart.