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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Colleen has worked in cannabis and communications for over a decade, specializing in retail strategy, industry leadership, and dispensary operations. She creates resources to empower dispensary teams, drive success, and highlight innovative retail models.

Posts by Colleen Costello

A smiling customer and a friendly budtender complete a cashless transaction inside a modern dispensary. The budtender, wearing a dark green "Green Earth Co." hoodie, hands a small product to the customer, who is dressed in a black faux fur coat. They engage in a warm, casual interaction at a sleek wooden checkout counter, where a tablet-based point-of-sale system is visible. In the background, a vibrant green plant wall features a neon sign reading "Inhale, Exhale" with a lit joint illustration. The dispensary has a clean, welcoming ambiance with framed certificates on the walls, potted plants, and natural lighting.

How to Accept Cashless Payments at Your Dispensary

Looking for cashless payment options that work for dispensaries? This guide breaks down the legal risks of credit card payments, and explores ACH & Debit solutions so you can accept digital payments with confidence.
Find out how to accept online and pay-by-phone payments at your dispensary.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis ComplianceCannabis Retail
DISPENSARY LOSS PREVENTION 101, Track Every Action and Every Gram with Audit Log, Team Permissions & Cycle Counts

Dispensary Loss Prevention 101

Tight margins demand tight internal controls. Meadow helps you track every gram, prevent loss, and protect profits.
Learn how to protect your inventory and profits with Meadow's security tools.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail
A stylish interior of PleasureMed on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles, showcasing its unique blend of cannabis retail and hospitality. The focal point is the sleek, modern cocktail bar with polished countertops and elegant glassware. Behind the bar, a server stands attentively, ready to take an order, embodying the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the space. In the background, hints of the upscale dispensary and farm-to-table restaurant elements are visible, seamlessly integrated into the setting. The ambiance exudes sophistication, innovation, and the pioneering spirit of PleasureMed’s mission to redefine the cannabis retail experience.

PleasureMed: A First-of-Its-Kind Cannabis Experience Built on Meadow’s Dispensary Software

Discover how PleasureMed combines cannabis retail, dining, and hospitality into a seamless experience, powered by Meadow’s all-in-one dispensary software.
See how Meadow helped PleasureMed streamline operations and elevate customer experiences.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis Events and CultureCannabis Industry LeadershipCannabis Retail
Choosing a cannabis POS system is an important decision that goes beyond just searching for the lowest monthly fee. Each system offers a different approach to workflows that will affect all facets of your operations every single day, and it's an important decision as your POS system not only processes sales but interfaces with required Metrc tracking, and will affect how easy it is for your operation to remain compliant.

How to Choose the Best Dispensary POS System in California: A Metrc-Focused Guide

Running a dispensary in California comes with challenges—but Metrc compliance shouldn’t be one of them. Discover what to look for in a cannabis POS system to simplify compliance, optimize inventory, and enhance your customer experience.
Ensure compliance, streamline operations, and grow your CA dispensary. Learn how.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis RetailCannabis DeliveryCannabis Compliance
How Off the Charts Opened 30+ Locations in 2 Years with Meadow

How Off the Charts Opened 30+ Locations in 2 Years with Meadow

Off the Charts scaled from 1 to 30+ locations in 2 years with Meadow’s seamless, reliable cannabis retail platform. Learn how they tackled growth challenges while delivering stellar customer experiences.
Discover their growth secrets—read the full case study now.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis Industry LeadershipCannabis RetailDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Events and Culture
From lightning-fast performance to advanced filtering options, Meadow iframe Pro delivers the ultimate online shopping experience for cannabis brands.

Dispensary SEO: The Truth About E-Commerce, Google Rankings, and Online Sales

Think native e-commerce is always better for SEO? We break down why Meadow iframe Pro outperforms traditional solutions in speed, customization, and user experience.
Find out how you can enhance your online presence and boost sales with the right e-commerce strategy.
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Lauren Sutton
Senior Client Success
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis RetailCannabis Marketing
Guide to Choosing a Cannabis Dispensary POS System

The Complete Guide to Choosing a Cannabis Dispensary POS System

A dispensary POS system is the backbone of your cannabis retail operation. Learn how the right platform can simplify compliance, manage inventory, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Read the full guide to learn which features matter most and how to avoid common pitfalls.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis DeliveryCannabis MarketingCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail
Best Cannabis POS software Meadow can help you track staff performance to increase sales averages

Track Staff Performance in Cannabis Retail with Meadow

Want to see which of your employees are doing the most to boost your bottom line?
Read more to learn more about the Meadow's reporting capabilities
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis Retail
In the dynamic landscape California's cannabis retail, staying ahead of regulatory and tax requirements is paramount. As audit season approaches, many find themselves seeking clarity and direction to navigate the complexities of cannabis taxes and the ever-evolving legal framework of cannabis retail compliance. To address these challenges and equip dispensaries with the knowledge and tools needed for success, we hosted a webinar featuring cannabis tax experts.

Navigating Audit Season: Tax Insights for CA Cannabis Retailers

Audit prep for CA cannabis dispensaries: from excise tax shifts to social equity credits and delivery ledgers, our webinar insights have you covered. Stay compliant and confident!
See Full Post with Essential Tax Insights for Dispensaries→
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis ComplianceCannabis RetailCannabis Delivery
This image features a split-screen design, with Jane's logo on the left side against a bright yellow background and Dutchie's logo on the right side set against a bold red background. A prominent "VS" in white text is positioned in the center, dividing the two sides with a diagonal line, symbolizing a direct comparison between the two companies.

Jane vs. Dutchie: Choosing the Right Dispensary Software for Your Business

Jane vs. Dutchie: Explore this in-depth comparison of two leading dispensary software solutions. Uncover their strengths, challenges, and hidden costs to find the best fit for your dispensary, and see how reliability impacts success.
Which dispensary software is best for your business? Learn about their features, challenges, and the hidden costs you need to know.
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Colleen Costello
Head of Communications
Cannabis DeliveryCannabis MarketingCannabis ComplianceDispensary Inventory ManagementCannabis Retail

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