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First-time cannabis customers often enter dispensaries feeling overwhelmed, intimidated, and unsure they belong. As the industry matures, experience — not price or product innovation — will define which retailers earn trust and loyalty. From education and store design to leadership and staff training, this column explores why fixing the customer journey is no longer optional for sustainable growth.

With price compression squeezing margins, more dispensaries are shifting away from discount-driven strategies and toward curated menus that create real differentiation. By focusing on relevance, selection, and customer value, retailers are carving out a competitive edge in saturated markets.

Cannabis brands face fierce competition to secure shelf space and consumer loyalty. The key to success lies not just in creating quality products, but...