{"id":498934,"date":"2021-05-26T08:45:08","date_gmt":"2021-05-26T12:45:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/cannabis-franchise-signs-agreement-for-michigan-signaling-statewide-development-plans\/"},"modified":"2021-05-26T08:45:08","modified_gmt":"2021-05-26T12:45:08","slug":"cannabis-franchise-signs-agreement-for-michigan-signaling-statewide-development-plans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/cannabis-franchise-signs-agreement-for-michigan-signaling-statewide-development-plans\/","title":{"rendered":"Cannabis Franchise Signs Agreement for Michigan, Signaling Statewide Development Plans"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xn-newslines\">\n<h2 class=\"xn-hedline\">Unity Rd. Targeting Michigan with 20+ Franchises Available as Cannabis Industry Booms and Number of Dispensary Licenses Continues to Climb; Dir. of Education &amp; Training to Share Industry Expertise at MLive&#8217;s Cannabis Event on June 17<\/h2>\n<p class=\"xn-distributor\">PR Newswire<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p>\n        <span class=\"xn-location\">DETROIT<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-chron\">May 26, 2021<\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212;\u00a0 <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=68103194&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Funityrd.com%2F&amp;a=Unity+Rd.\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Unity Rd.<\/a>, the cannabis dispensary franchise from <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=3008840248&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.item9labscorp.com%2F%3Futm_source%3DINLB%26utm_medium%3DPR%26utm_campaign%3DQ1-2021&amp;a=Item+9+Labs+Corp.\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Item 9 Labs Corp.<\/a> (OTCQX: INLB), announced today the signing of its newest agreement alongside expansion plans for the state of <span class=\"xn-location\">Michigan<\/span>. The brand&#8217;s growth strategy is twofold, including both helping interested entrepreneurs enter the complex industry while also partnering with existing dispensary owners via its <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=3613090844&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.prnewswire.com%2Fnews-releases%2Funity-rd-launches-local-alliance-program-to-keep-dispensary-ownership-local-301269874.html%3Ftc%3Deml_cleartime&amp;a=Local+Alliance+Program.\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Local Alliance Program.<\/a> The expansion is a key function of Unity Rd.&#8217;s mission to keep dispensary ownership \u2013 and the wealth that comes along with it \u2013 local. <\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\" id=\"DivAssetPlaceHolder1\">\n<p>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1488738\/Unity_Rd_Logo.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><br \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/1488738\/Unity_Rd_Logo.jpg\" title=\"Unity Rd. is bridging the two previously disconnected worlds of cannabis and franchising, as the first to bring the cannabis dispensary franchise model to the U.S. Built up from a collective 200 years in the legal cannabis industry and franchising, the company helps eager operators enter the complex industry with ease. The marijuana franchise pioneer offers its partners the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to compliantly and successfully operate a dispensary. (PRNewsfoto\/Unity Rd.)\" alt=\"Unity Rd. is bridging the two previously disconnected worlds of cannabis and franchising, as the first to bring the cannabis dispensary franchise model to the U.S. Built up from a collective 200 years in the legal cannabis industry and franchising, the company helps eager operators enter the complex industry with ease. The marijuana franchise pioneer offers its partners the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to compliantly and successfully operate a dispensary. (PRNewsfoto\/Unity Rd.)\" \/><br \/>\n          <\/a>\n        <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Interested investors are chomping at the bit to enter <span class=\"xn-location\">Michigan&#8217;s<\/span> adult-use market, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=379504168&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ganjapreneur.com%2Fmichigan-cannabis-sales-increased-482-during-2020%2F&amp;a=which+jumped+482%25+in+2020+to+more+than+%24500+million\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">which jumped 482% in 2020 to more than <span class=\"xn-money\">$500 million<\/span><\/a>. In addition to <span class=\"xn-person\">Kevin Waltermire<\/span> evaluating sites in <span class=\"xn-location\">Michigan<\/span> for purchase \u2013 <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=635578363&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.globalfranchisemagazine.com%2Fnews%2Funity-rd-signs-multi-unit-agreement-with-established-cannabis-entrepreneur&amp;a=he+recently+signed+a+deal+to+open+multiple+Unity+Rd.+franchises\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">he recently signed a deal to open multiple Unity Rd. franchises<\/a> \u2013 the brand recently signed an agreement with a mother-son team out of <span class=\"xn-location\">Detroit<\/span>. Unity Rd. is already helping them plan their strategic market entry, which includes applying for their dispensary license through the city&#8217;s <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=546409080&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fdetroitmi.gov%2Fnews%2Fcity-opens-applications-legacy-detroiter-status-recreational-marijuana-licenses-lists-city-owned&amp;a=Legacy+Detroiter+program\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Legacy Detroiter program<\/a>, which gives applicants priority review and 99% discounts on application fees.<\/p>\n<p>Unity Rd. offers the safest route for local cannabis entrepreneurs looking to stake their claim in the fast-growing, complex industry. In addition to offering the franchise opportunity to entrepreneurs who may be new to the industry, Unity Rd. also partners with existing dispensary owners via its Local Alliance Program, providing access to the buying power, resources and supportive network normally reserved for multi-unit operators. Additionally, the dispensary franchisor&#8217;s time-tested Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and veteran team guide franchise partners through every operational function of the business, whether it be assisting with cash flow, product selection or changing regulations. <\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The cannabis industry and all its complexities can be intimidating, leaving even the most capable of investors and operators unsure of where to start,&#8221; said Unity Rd.&#8217;s VP of Franchise Development Justin Livingston. &#8220;As part of the Unity Rd. network, our partners can operate their dispensaries more efficiently \u2013 resulting in more time to focus on growing the business rather than managing it. We&#8217;re offering the supportive network and tools they need to reach new heights and achieve their business goals.&#8221; <\/p>\n<p>The brand is actively seeking qualified franchise partners in target development markets including <span class=\"xn-location\">Ann Arbor<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Battle Creek<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Bay City<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Big Rapids<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Detroit<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">East Lansing<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Grand Rapids<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Kalamazoo<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Marquette<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Muskegon<\/span> who would benefit from the systems, process and ongoing support the franchise offers. Unity Rd. is planning to bring 20-plus franchise locations across <span class=\"xn-location\">Michigan<\/span> in the coming years.\u00a0Currently, the franchise has multiple agreements signed with 15 entrepreneurial groups, who are in various stages of development nationwide. <\/p>\n<p>Bursting with potential, <span class=\"xn-location\">Michigan&#8217;s<\/span> cannabis industry continues to grow year after year as statewide adult-use cannabis sales are <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=1029007621&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmjbizdaily.com%2Fmichigan-adult-use-cannabis-sales-exceed-400-million-in-first-year%2F&amp;a=projected+to+total+upwards+of+%242.4+billion+by+2024\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">projected to total upwards of <span class=\"xn-money\">$2.4 billion<\/span> by 2024<\/a>. In 2020 alone, <span class=\"xn-location\">Michigan&#8217;s<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=18846327&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newcannabisventures.com%2Fmichigan-cannabis-sales-surge-in-december-to-reach-985-million-in-2020%2F&amp;a=combined+cannabis+sales+were+%24984.6+million\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">combined cannabis sales were <span class=\"xn-money\">$984.6 million<\/span><\/a>, with medical accounting for <span class=\"xn-money\">$474 million<\/span> and adult-use generating <span class=\"xn-money\">$510.7 million<\/span>. To support this surge, <i>MLive<\/i> has launched a series of informative events, called <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=41178274&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mlivemediagroup.com%2Fcannabis-june2021%2F&amp;a=Cannabis+Industry+Insights\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Cannabis Industry Insights<\/a>. Unity Rd.&#8217;s Director of Education and Training, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=126683784&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Ffay-powell-28a857ba%2F&amp;a=Fay+Powell\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"xn-person\">Fay Powell<\/span><\/a>, will be presenting at the upcoming event on <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 17<\/span>, which kicks off at <span class=\"xn-chron\">4:30 p.m. ET<\/span>. Area residents who are interested in learning more about operating cannabis businesses are highly encouraged to attend the event and can register for free courtesy of Unity Rd. by\u00a0emailing <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"mailto:franchise@unityrd.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">franchise@unityrd.com<\/a>\u00a0for a discount code.<\/p>\n<p>Unity Rd. franchise partners receive even more resources and supply chain connections as <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=2540806158&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.prnewswire.com%2Fnews-releases%2Funity-rd-becomes-first-vertically-integrated-dispensary-franchise-through-item-9-labs-acquisition-of-one-cannabis-group-301253905.html&amp;a=the+brand+was+recently+acquired+by+Item+9+Labs+Corp.\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">the brand was recently acquired by Item 9 Labs Corp.<\/a>, an award-winning cannabis operator. The combination of the Unity Rd. cannabis retail franchise and premium Item 9 Labs products makes Item 9 Labs Corp. one of the first vertically integrated cannabis franchise companies in the nation. Known for its impressive catalogue of products, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=1593133729&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fitem9labs.com%2F&amp;a=Item+9+Labs\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Item 9 Labs<\/a> currently offers 75 active cannabis strains and 150-plus differentiated cannabis vape products as well as premium concentrates. As Unity Rd. grows its franchise network, Item 9 Labs plans to develop or partner with cultivation facilities in states where Unity Rd. franchise partners open cannabis retail shops. This move will give Unity Rd. operators front-of-the-line access to a reliable product supply chain.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about the Unity Rd. franchise opportunity or its Local Alliance Program, contact <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"mailto:partners@unityrd.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">partners@unityrd.com<\/a>, call 480-542-9420, or visit <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=1565469860&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Funityrd.com%2F%3Futm_source%3DOCG%26utm_medium%3Dpress-release%26utm_campaign%3DQ2-2020&amp;a=unityrd.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">unityrd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b><br \/>\n          <u>ABOUT UNITY RD.<\/u><br \/>\n        <\/b><br \/>\n        <b>:\u00a0<br \/><\/b>Unity Rd. is bridging the two previously disconnected worlds of cannabis and franchising. The industry trailblazer is the first to bring the cannabis dispensary franchise model to the United States\u2014with duality of prowess in both industries to back it up. Built up from a collective 200 years in the legal cannabis industry and franchising, the company helps eager operators enter the complex industry with ease. The marijuana franchise pioneer offers its partners the knowledge, resources, and ongoing support needed to compliantly and successfully operate a dispensary. Launched in 2018, Unity Rd. has signed multiple agreements with more than 10 entrepreneurial groups across the country. Recently, it was named one of the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=616325882&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.franchising.com%2Fnews%2F20191220_unity_rd_named_one_of_the_top_us_cannabis_retailer.html&amp;a=top+cannabis+retail+leaders\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">top cannabis retail leaders<\/a>\u00a0in the nation by <i>MJBizDaily<\/i> magazine and one of the &#8220;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=1531662667&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cannabisbusinesstimes.com%2Farticle%2Fbest-companies-research-cannabis-business-times%2F&amp;a=Best+Cannabis+Companies+to+Work+For\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Best Cannabis Companies to Work For<\/a>&#8221; in both the dispensary and cultivation categories in <i>Cannabis Business Times&#8217;<\/i> elite 2020 list. The company is also <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=3593890934&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.prnewswire.com%2Fnews-releases%2Fone-cannabis-becomes-first-marijuana-franchisor-to-earn-franchise-times-elite-industry-award-300802539.html&amp;a=the+first+cannabis+business\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">the first cannabis business<\/a>\u00a0to earn a <i>Franchise Times<\/i> Dealmakers award. For more information, visit <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3175647-1&amp;h=3192590673&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Funityrd.com%2F%3Futm_source%3DUnityRd.%26utm_medium%3DPR%26utm_campaign%3DFranchise-Times-5-2020&amp;a=unityrd.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">unityrd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>Media Contact:<br \/><\/b><br \/>\n        <span class=\"xn-person\">Liz Robinson<\/span><br \/>\n        <br \/>Fishman PR<br \/><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"mailto:lrobinson@fishmanpr.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">lrobinson@fishmanpr.com<\/a><br \/>847-945-1300<\/p>\n<p>\n        <b>Investor Contact:<br \/><\/b>Item 9 Labs<br \/>800-403-1140<br \/>Email:\u00a0<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"mailto:IR@item9labs.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">investors@item9labs.com<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\" id=\"DivAssetPlaceHolder2\"><\/div>\n<p id=\"PURL\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"Cision\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" alt=\"Cision\" src=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/img\/favicon.png?sn=LA89983&amp;sd=2021-05-26\" \/> View original content to download multimedia:<a id=\"PRNURL\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/cannabis-franchise-signs-agreement-for-michigan-signaling-statewide-development-plans-301299888.html\">http:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/cannabis-franchise-signs-agreement-for-michigan-signaling-statewide-development-plans-301299888.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p>SOURCE  Unity Rd.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rt.prnewswire.com\/rt.gif?NewsItemId=LA89983&amp;Transmission_Id=202105260842PR_NEWS_USPR_____LA89983&amp;DateId=20210526\" style=\"border:0px;width:1px;height:1px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unity Rd. Targeting Michigan with 20+ Franchises Available as Cannabis Industry Booms and Number of Dispensary Licenses Continues to Climb; Dir. of Education &amp; Training to Share Industry Expertise at MLive&#8217;s Cannabis Event on June 17 PR Newswire DETROIT, May 26, 2021 \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212;\u00a0 Unity Rd., the cannabis dispensary franchise from Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB), announced today the signing of its newest agreement alongside expansion plans for the state of Michigan. The brand&#8217;s growth strategy is twofold, including both helping interested entrepreneurs enter the complex industry while also partnering with existing dispensary owners via its Local Alliance Program. 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