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The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA[AUDIO only] The Corner Office Podcast by AROYA: Transforming Cannabis in Europe with Timo BongartzIn this episode, host Greg Dunaway sits down with Timo Bongartz, co-founder and CEO of Cannavigia—a leading force in bringing transparency and compliance to the global cannabis market, with a special emphasis on Europe. Timo brings an unparalleled perspective, having navigated regulatory and operational challenges across Europe and beyond, including pioneering projects in Switzerland and adapting to complex EU regulations.In this conversation, Greg and Timo dive into the explosive growth of Germany’s medical cannabis market, the evolving landscape of social clubs and home cultivation, and what it’s really like to attend “Mary Jane,” Berlin’s r...
2025-07-2849 min
GCNC World View: The Global Cannabis Business PodcastPeople Powered Meets Timo Bongartz, CEO, CannavigiaJill Reddish and Stephanie Pow chat horticulture, innovation, and leadership across the European cannabis industry with Timo Bongartz from Cannavigia in this second episode of the People Powered podcast!
2025-04-2527 min
Grow SessionsTimo Bogartz, Cannavigia - Cultivating the Future: Cannabis Tech & Compliance in a Global MarketIn today's episode of Grow Sessions, host Tony Pavlakis speaks with Timo Bongartz, CEO of Cannavigia, for an insider's perspective on the cannabis industry's evolving global ecosystem. This episode dives into cannabis cultivation, regulation, and technological innovation — with a special focus on the European market.Timo provides a comprehensive overview of Cannavigia's cutting-edge seed-to-sale tracking software, which has become a critical tool for cannabis businesses navigating Europe's stringent regulatory landscape. The conversation unpacks the critical differences between European and US cannabis markets, highlighting Europe's medical-focused approach and the critical importance of precise tracking and compliance.Ke...
2025-03-0458 min
Business of Cannabis: Cannabis News | Cannabis Views | Cannabis TrendsBusiness of Cannabis at Cannabis Europa E2 | From Seed to Sale in Switzerland: with Luc Richner, CEO of VigiaEpisode 2 is here, and this time Luc Richner joins Shahbaaz in the hot seat to chat about his journey, Switzerland and sustainable cannabis business models in the future.
If you don't know Luc, he's the CEO and co-founder of Vigia, the company behind the compliance software suite Cannavigia.
With over 12 years of experience in building and managing companies across various industries in Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, it's fair to say he's an accomplished entrepreneur.
2024-08-0921 min
CannaTradeDie Pilotprojekte in der Schweiz laufen - wie gut?Im Januar 2023 ist das erste Pilotprojekt zum rekreativen Konsum von Cannabis in Basel gestartet. Eineinhalb Jahre später gibt es Projekte in Zürich, Bern, Basel, Luzern, Lausanne und Genf, bald auch in St. Gallen, und hoffentlich bald auch in allen weiteren Städten der Schweiz. Wie sind die Projekte angelaufen? Wie zufrieden sind die Behörden, die Organisatoren, die Produzenten, die Abgabestellen, die Konsumenten und die Bevölkerung? Wo liegen die Herausforderungen? Welche Erkenntnisse können bis anhin aus den Pilotprojekten gewonnen werden? Die involvierten Stakeholder diskutieren die Lage und blicken in die Zukunft.Chrigi Glanzmann (Moderation) (SRF...
2024-07-1156 min
CannaTradeGermany has decriminalized. What now for Europe?Since April 1st, it has been legal to smoke cannabis in Germany, and individuals are allowed to grow up to three cannabis plants at home. From July 1st, cultivation associations will be permitted, allowing up to 500 members to grow and distribute cannabis. What impact will this have on Europe? Which countries will follow Germany? And what's next for Germany? Will it move into phase two with pilot projects similar to Switzerland, or will it maintain the status quo? High-profile speakers from across Europe will discuss and highlight where problems still persist.Lisa Haag (Moderation) (MJ Universe ), Hendrik De...
2024-06-1352 min
CB CompanyWie gründe und betreibe ich einen Cannabis Club (e.V.)? (How do I open and run a Cannabis Club (e.V.)?)From ADAC e.V. to Cannabis Club e.V. - What legal requirements should be created today in Pillar I in order to successfully implement social clubs? What do prospective cannabis club associations need to know and observe? And is an exit or transition to a model project possible later, when Pillar II comes? An analysis of the law on associations, companies and the upcoming law. Let's regulate!Language: GermanSpeakersLito Michael Schulte (Moderator), Lito Law Academy GmbH, Managing Director & LawyerEmanuel Kotzian (Speaker), Chillisimo e.V., ChairmanNikita Cretu (Speaker), Lumino, Co-founder & COOLuc Richner (Speaker), Cannavigia...
2023-10-1743 min
The Cannabis Conversation | Medical Cannabis | CBD | HempEPISODE #186: Cannabis in Switzerland with Luc Richner, CEO of CannavigiaOn the latest episode of The Cannabis Conversation, we speak with Luc Richner, CEO of Cannavigia - Europe’s pioneer compliance software for businesses to trace, secure and simplify transactions along the entire cannabis supply chain.We explore Switzerland's approach to cannabis legalisation and the pilot projects they are implementing, the importance of supply chain management as well as the challenges of international movement of cannabis goods. The Cannabis Conversation is sponsored by Lumino - a boutique HR and Recruitment Agency specialising in building high performance tea...
2023-05-1740 min
Business of Cannabis: Cannabis News | Cannabis Views | Cannabis TrendsCannabis research bill passes and Brittney Griner release deal proposedIt's another episode of "Cannabis Daily" with yet another update on the Brittney Griner case! Here are today's stories:Cannabis research bill passes (making easier access to research data) - Cannabis Business TimesUS Senate subcommittee holds its first hearing on federal cannabis legalization - MJBizDailyThe White House has stepped in on Brittney Griner. Will Russia take the deal? - Associated PressCannavigia harmonizes cannabis regulations between Canada, the US, Europe and beyond. Business CannBusiness of Cannabis: New York - get your early-bird tickets here: https://www.cannabisnewyork.live/ticketsTweet us and let us know your th...
2022-07-2805 min