Establishing a Hemp Business

Jonathan Miller interviews FBT attorney Olivia Snyder Bryant about the unique requirements for incorporating a hemp or CBD business. How do you choose an appropriate name, what corporate structure should the entity take, and how to you address proper corporate governance? Bryant has counseled dozens of companies as they have established their own businesses, and has developed an expertise in advising hemp and CBD companies as they form and develop as an entity. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com.
Establishing a Hemp Business Episode Resources:

Host: Jonathan Miller
Guest: Olivia Snyder Bryant
Blog: Hemp Legally Speaking

Hemp industry questions covered in this episode:
  1. What’s in a name?  What are the considerations I have with naming my company?
  2. What do I need to do to ensure my name doesn’t get be into any hot water?  Searches, registration?
  3. How do I protect my name? 
  4. What are the different entity types from which I can choose?  What are the distinctions?
  5. What are the tax consequences of my choices?
  6. How many officers/directors do I need?
  7. How do I prepare bylaws?
  8. How should I prepare articles of incorporation?
  9. How do I set up a bank account?
  10. What do I need to consider before I start hiring employees?
  11. What are special considerations for hemp businesses?  CBD businesses?
If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com.
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