The cannabis industry has over the years seen little participation of women and the involvement of Black women in the sector leaves much to be desired. According to Leafly, only 2% of cannabis business owners identify as Black, with Black women making up an even smaller percentage. Still, some Black women are making an impact with their own brands.
One of them is Ariane Kirkpatrick, who later enlisted her sister Amonica Davis as co-founder of Mavuno of Ohio, formerly Harvest of Ohio. Kirkpatrick entered into the industry seven years ago, overcoming multiple challenges on her way.
"We made the decision that we, despite the barriers, despite the obstacles, despite being black and female, we were going to make this work and we did," said Kirkpatrick.
She started her business venture as partners with the Arizona-based, multi-state operator, Harvest Health and Recreation, LLC. But Harvest Health and Recreation was later bought by Trulieve.
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