Meet Jasmine Fuller!

21 Questions with CannaCoach:

Owner: Jasmine Fuller

1. Who are you? What's the name of your business and where are you located?

I am Jasmine Fuller, aka Camille the CannaCoach. (Camille is my middle name, in case you’re wondering where I got the name.) I am located in Baltimore, MD, but my consultations and courses can be done virtually anywhere.

2. Can you share some common misconceptions about cannabis?

In the past, the biggest misconception was probably that cannabis makes people lazy bums. There’s also the idea that cannabis is a hard-core drug, frying your brain every time you light up. I’m hoping people now are starting to see that so many people in very successful professions and paths of life have previously used or currently use cannabis, although my outlook may be bias. People who may have used cannabis in the past may feel like they are unable to function or dislike the cannabis “high,” but essentially, they didn’t have the multitude of options for consuming that are available now.

3. Why would someone need a cannabis consultant?

Well, when I worked in a dispensary as a patient consultant/ “budtender” I found that not everybody would receive the attention and education they really needed when it came to purchasing the right products. There are those who may not feel comfortable even going into a dispensary. There are people who may want to at least have some kind of background knowledge before visiting a dispensary and have no clue where to start. That’s where I come in as a CannaCoach.

4. How does working with the CannaCoach enhance my experience?

I am here to help if you’re looking for someone who can take their time really breaking down relevant cannabis education for your specific need without feeling like they’re selling you a product for their benefit or rushing to help the next patient. I can take as much time as needed to explain everything from getting a medical card in your state, finding the right dosages for your need, finding the right products for your need, and how to find those products in whatever dispensary you decide to visit.

5. What transpired that made you feel like coaching was your calling?

Again, working in the dispensary and just realizing that not every consultant would give correct information to patients (due to lack of consistent onboarding training) or genuinely care for the patient’s need. It really brought me joy when patients would come back to tell me I helped them pick out the perfect products, and how now they understand exactly why it was perfect for them.

6. Indica or Sativa?

Terpinolene-dominant strains :-) You’re probably surprised to learn those terms actually mean nothing past cultivation. My CannaCourses explain more ;-)

7. What's the hardest part about running your business?

Staying consistent and motivated, for sure. Being a mom to a toddler really has me all over the place sometimes, but I’m getting a better routine together.

8. If you could send a message to younger Jasmine about your current path, what would it be?

Stick to whatever makes you genuinely happy! Don’t settle, because you’ll suffer in the long run. Soak up all the knowledge and be strategic with how to use it.

9. Share a typical consultation with the CannaCoach.

Before consultations, I send out a questionnaire to gauge more info on what you want the coaching session to cover. Some people may be genuinely clueless, and that’s just fine also. Consultations are 30 minutes or an hour. During these I share cannabis knowledge through tailored presentations, graphs/spreadsheets, and answering whatever questions you may have.

10. Do you prefer newer, inexperienced clients or people who are more so veterans when it comes to being informed about marijuana?

I love sharing with the newbies because I could talk for hours to them! However, I love exchanging knowledge and stories with all ranges of users.

11. Do you provide surveys to your clients to express their satisfaction with your service, attend seminars to stay up to date on the latest legislation? How do you continue to develop as a cannabis consultant?

I don’t provide surveys necessarily, but I do ask for reviews/testimonials. I definitely want to attend more seminars now that things are opening back up! I was able to attend a lot more events and festivals on the West Coast, but I have been looking for more events to attend locally. I’m subscribed to a lot of cannabis newsletters, follow social media pages that share cannabis knowledge, and read through cannabis magazines to further develop. I’m also in an alumni group for my master’s program (M.S. Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy) where we share information.

12. What's your process to staying grounded, spiritually?

It’s not easy! I like to spend time in nature as much as possible, follow a morning routine for the day that includes affirmations and stretching, and really just remembering to have “me” time throughout all the hustle & bustle of life. I also have been trying to add more herbs to my cannabis joints and be more intentional about smoking.

13. Do you think more people look at cannabis as medicinal or menace nowadays?

I might be biased again, but definitely medicinal! I think now more than ever people are really starting to see just how beneficial cannabis can be, especially after the CBD craze.

14. Who is your target audience?

Cannabis consumers ages 21-50 who have access to legal cannabis products

15. East coast or West?

This is tough! They’re such different vibes… but I think my heart will forever be an East Coast girl.

16. What is one positive effect marijuana has had on you?

If I had to choose just one, I would say the relationships I’ve gained with others just from bonding over having our use of cannabis in common.

17. Tell us about the courses you offer.

The CannaCourses are recorded presentations that cover a narrow topic related to cannabis. I wanted to have an option for people who want to learn but don’t necessarily know what they want to learn. This is also an option for those who may not feel comfortable being on a Zoom presentation, for example, with other consumers knowing that they are learning about cannabis. (There still is a stigma after all unfortunately.) There are 2 courses currently on GumRoad, with the plan to add one each month.

18. What can one expect as a student?

The classes are pre-recorded and able to be streamed immediately after purchase. The lengths of the courses vary, but I try to give you everything important regarding the course topic. If you want to dive deeper into a topic, that’s when a coaching session could come in handy!

19. How much of your job is in-person versus online?

Pretty much everything is online/virtual, although I do give people in DC, MD & northern VA the option for me to visit a dispensary with them physically.

20. What's your experience with hemp textile? Would you recommend it?

I honestly don’t have TOO much experience with hemp, but I know it can be extremely beneficial & efficient as a textile.

21. What's next for the CannaCoach? What are you putting out into the universe?

I really want a “CannaBnB"! I want to have a "bed & breakfast” tourist attraction where people can come to relax, use as much cannabis as they want, eat amazing (vegan maybe?) food, experience amazing company, and just really have an experience they didn’t know was possible. Of course, private CannaCoaching sessions would be available there also!

Let the people know how they can reach you:

Email: cam@camcannacoach.com;

IG &Twitter: cam_cannacoach

Canna Courses: camcannacoach.gumroad.com