017: Vanessa Gabriel - CEO and Co-founder, Drop Delivery

Talking to Tech People with Jason Frazell

Vanessa Gabriel is the CEO and co-founder of Drop Delivery, the cannabis industry’s only all-in-one delivery technology solution for delivery companies and retailers. A thirty-year-old, self-described serial entrepreneur, Vanessa previously co-founded Greenlight Technologies, a leading order-ahead and digital loyalty software in the cannabis industry, which was acquired in 2018. She’s been recognized by Forbes Next 1000, Marijuana Venture 40 under 40, and is a part of the Rolling Stone Culture Council.

In our chat, Vanessa takes us through the inner workings of Drop Delivery. We dissect how this platform does more than just deliver – it provides retailers with a data-driven advantage to streamline their operations, enhance efficiency, and cut costs. As we navigate through this, we also address the ever-changing cannabis policy and regulation. Vanessa shares her experience on how to stay adaptable and seize market opportunities even amidst uncertainties.

Join us for this enlightening discussion with Vanessa Gabriel, and gain invaluable insights into the high-tech cannabis industry and the journey of entrepreneurship.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Vanessa’s journey from starting an entrepreneurial business in her college dorm room to becoming the CEO of Drop Delivery.
• The unique proposition of Drop Delivery as an all-in-one delivery management solution for cannabis retailers, which includes e-commerce, SMS marketing, automated marketing, digital loyalty and rewards, and last-mile logistics.
• The challenges and opportunities for Drop Delivery in the cannabis industry and how they are leveraging data to streamline operations and offer a seamless and efficient business model.
• The rapidly evolving cannabis policies and regulations and the importance of agility and adaptability in the industry.
• Vanessa’s belief in the importance of self-care and pursuing passions outside of business.
• Vanessa’s experience of working with friends and family in her business and how they manage disagreements and decision-making in a respectful and constructive manner.
• The current state of the cannabis industry, the potential future developments, and the impact of the pandemic on the industry.

Resources from this Episode

• https://dropdelivery.com/

• https://www.linkedin.com/company/drop-delivery/

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