In this episode of Under the Microscope, host Jenny Germano dives into the complexities of cannabis transportation with guest Joel Dickerson, CEO of GPS One LLC. Joel shares his journey from sports management to the cannabis industry, detailing his experiences working in vertically integrated cannabis operations in Colorado and the launch of Green Parcel Service the first licensed cannabis transportation provider in the United States, and the birth of GPS One. The discussion covers the challenges of cannabis transport, including regulatory compliance, vehicle requirements, route planning, and dealing with unpredictable weather conditions. Joel emphasizes the importance of standardization, training, and documentation while sharing real-world stories of navigating the uniqueness of Colorado's transport landscape. This episode provides valuable insights for both existing operators and those considering entering the cannabis transport industry.

🌿 Our Host: Jenny Germano
🌎 https://www.icsconsultingservice.com

🌿 Our Guest: CEO Joel Dickerson of GPS One LLC.

🌎 GPS One LLC: https://gpsone.delivery

🌎 Green Parcel Service: https://greenparcelservice.co

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

01:34 Joel's Journey into Cannabis Industry
05:02 Building Green Parcel Service & GPS One
06:42 Innovations in Cannabis Transportation
11:12 Compliance on Wheels: Rules of the Road
19:05 Challenges in Cannabis Transportation
21:25 Compliance Requirements for Cannabis Transport
29:12 Chain of Custody and Record Keeping
32:35 Digital Transport Manifests and Paper Reduction
36:10 Misconceptions About Cannabis Transport
37:34 Transport Logistics and Driver Protocols
43:06 Weather Challenges and Route Planning
49:42 Final Tips and Wrap Up