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6 Black Cannabis Influencers You Should Be Following

Hope Weisman, Founder of Mary and Main
Hope Weisman, Founder of Mary and Main
@iamhopesodope on Instagram
Melissa Bacal
By Melissa BacalJun 14, 2020
Melissa Bacal
Melissa is a college student getting her start in marketing & PR. She hopes her storytelling helps people feel connected to the changing cannabis industry.
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As the cannabis industry has grown, these African-Americans have been vocal in normalizing cannabis use and have made a name for themselves in the cannabis community.

1. Snoop Dogg (@snoopdogg)

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Snoop Dogg founded the company Merry Jane, it is a platform that has content related to cannabis news, style, food, business, and politics.

2. Chef Miguel Trinidad (@chefmigsnyc)

Chef Miguel in the kitchenChef Miguel in the kitchen@chefmigsnyc on Instagram

Chef Miguel uses canna-oils and butters to create an incredible canna-infused meal.  At 99th Floor, you will have a prime fine dining experience.

3. Hope Wiseman (@iamhopesodope)

Hope WisemanHope Wiseman@iamhopesodope on Instagram

Hope Wiseman, a WAGS Atlanta cast member, founded Mary and Main at the age of 25, making her the youngest black dispensary owner in the United States.

4. Lizzy Jeff (@lizzyjeff)

Lizzy JeffLizzy Jeff@lizzyjeff on Instagram

Lizzy Jeff is a cannabis and wellness influencer who founded Zen & Kush, a lifestyle brand, community, and event company dedicated to culture and renaissance.

5. The Dank Duchess (@thedankduchess)

The Dank DuchessThe Dank Duchess@thedankduchess on Instagram

The Dank Duchess focuses on educating and inspiring fellow cannabis lovers, she is a highly sought public speaker in the cannabis circuit who talks about cultivation and hash making.

6. David Ja Rodd Irving (@david_irving95)

David Ja Rodd IrvingDavid Ja Rodd Irving@david_irving95 on Instagram

David Irving is an NFL player turned cannabis activist.  He is vocal about normalizing cannabis use and issues related to professional athletes and cannabis use.

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