Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc.

🌿As conversations intensify around the impending federal hemp ban, many are asking: What is the immediate and long-term game plan for operators as this transition begins? Coming from our CEO, Marc Rodriguez, here is Green Leaf’s perspective. 🌿A Turning Point for Hemp & Regulated Cannabis: The federal hemp ban will disrupt thousands of operators who entered the market legally and helped drive cannabinoid innovation. Their contributions to consumer access and THC normalization deserve recognition as we enter a new regulatory era. 💼⚖️ At the same time, closing the intoxicating hemp loophole marks a milestone for licensed cannabis. For years, unregulated hemp products competed with operators bearing full compliance, testing, and tax burdens. This shift signals that federal THC oversight and Schedule III, is getting closer. 📉➡️📈 🌿Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc.’s Immediate Focus: To support operators through this transition, we are: 🔐 Maintaining SOC 1 Type II certification as federal control standards evolve 📊 Strengthening audit trails, payroll controls & HR documentation 🌱 Assisting hemp operators exploring movement into regulated cannabis 🧾 Preparing clients for increased wage-and-hour, HR & employment oversight 🕒 Improving onboarding accuracy, I-9 verification, job classifications & timekeeping Operational rigor and compliance discipline will define this next phase — areas where Green Leaf is already deeply invested. 🌿Long-Term Industry Impact Removing unregulated intoxicating hemp products supports: 🧪 Safer & more consistent testing standards 🔍 Clearer enforcement 🤝 Greater consumer trust ⚖️ Fairer competition for compliant operators 🛣️ A more stable path toward federal normalization 🌿The Role of Compliance Technology A regulated THC environment requires accurate, real-time data. Platforms like Simplifya, Shield Compliance & Green Check help standardize documentation, track regulations, manage audits & support financial oversight. 🧩 Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc. strengthens this ecosystem by modernizing HR, payroll & labor-compliance workflows and closing documentation gaps across the employee lifecycle. 🌿Supporting Impacted Hemp Operators Hemp operators helped build today’s marketplace. Green Leaf is committed to supporting workforce transitions, HR/payroll restructuring & compliance preparation as they navigate this shift. 🌱➡️🌿 This moment isn’t about exclusion, it’s about structured, sustainable transition for the future of the industry. #CannabisIndustry #HempIndustry #HempBan #CannabisCompliance #THCRegulation #HRCompliance #PayrollSolutions #CannabisOperations #ScheduleIII #CannabisPolicy #GreenLeafBusinessSolutions #HCM #LaborCompliance

🔄 Cannabis regulation is shifting: what it means for your HR & compliance infrastructure Latest updates highlight that states such as Ohio are preparing new workforce rules and wage-litigation risk specific to the cannabis industry heading into 2026. Meanwhile, regulatory firm Holland & Hart LLP flagged employment & labor topics as key in their October 2025 cannabis policy update. For mid-/enterprise-level cannabis operators: ⚖️ Multi-state workforce compliance must anticipate evolving regulations ahead of competitors 🧩 HR & payroll teams must build flexibility into benefit-plan design, wage/OT frameworks and documentation practices 📈 Risk of litigation, penalties or audit grows as regulatory oversight increases 💡Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc. provides compliance-first HR & payroll infrastructure built for cannabis enterprises; centralizing documentation, adapting to multi-state rule changes, and supporting HR & legal teams with audit-ready processes. 👉 Are your HR and payroll systems agile enough for regulation shifts in 2026? https://lnkd.in/gwHK-2Ae #CannabisIndustry #CannabisCompliance #HRCompliance #PayrollCompliance #HCM #HumanResources #MultiStateCompliance #RegulatoryUpdates #GreenLeafBusinessSolutions #CannabisOperations #WorkforceManagement #FutureOfWork

🌟PARTNER HIGHLIGHT! | Paving the Way with Kiva Brands, Inc. 🌿 At Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc., we’re proud to stand beside one of the true trailblazers in the cannabis industry, Kiva Confections. From humble beginnings in a California kitchen to becoming one of the most trusted names in edibles, Kiva has continually set the bar for innovation, safety, and integrity. ✨ Setting the Standard for Excellence Founded in 2010 by Scott and Kristi Palmer, Kiva began with a simple mission, to create a better, more consistent edible experience. Today, their commitment to precise dosing, trusted quality, and transparency has reshaped what consumers expect from cannabis products. 💚 Building Community and Culture Kiva Brands, Inc.’s influence extends beyond their iconic products. Through initiatives like the Kiva Cares Project and partnerships that promote social equity and sustainability, they remind us that cannabis is about people as much as it is about the plant. 🎭 Driving Culture Forward From supporting creative endeavors like Reefer Madness: The Musical to championing wellness and artistry, Kiva continues to transform outdated stigmas into meaningful conversations about empowerment and responsible enjoyment. At Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc., we’re more than a payroll and HR provider, we’re a partner in progress. We’re honored to walk alongside visionary brands like Kiva, helping to power their people, streamline operations, and strengthen the cannabis community as a whole. 🌱 Here’s to paving the way for a trusted, inclusive, and community driven future, together. #ClientHighlight #PavingTheWay #KivaConfections #GreenLeafBusinessSolutions #CannabisCommunity #CannabisCulture #Innovation #Edibles #ResponsibleConsumption #HRforCannabis #CannabisIndustry

🌿We’re proud to see our very own Tyler Priest, CRO of Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc., featured on Highly Capitalized Network-HCN! Thank you to Mark Collins MBA and the HCN team for continuing to bring together impactful voices and thought leaders across the industry. It’s always an honor to share our perspective alongside other innovators shaping the future of compliant payroll, HR, and benefits solutions for cannabis and high-growth businesses. #GreenLeafBusinessSolutions #HCN #CannabisIndustry #Payroll #HRLeadership #ThoughtLeadership

📉 U.S. voluntary turnover is falling, but mid-enterprise HR teams still face high stakes. 📊 According to Mercer, the average U.S. voluntary turnover rate has dropped to ~13.0% in 2024–25. Still, for enterprise HR functions, this doesn’t equal less risk. Key considerations: 🤫 Turnover may hide under the surface as “quiet attrition” or disengagement 🌎 Larger organizations often manage dispersed teams, layered management, and inconsistent onboarding—raising hidden churn costs 📉 HR analytics lag in many enterprises, limiting proactive intervention 💡How Green Leaf helps: Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc. HR & payroll platform delivers enterprise-grade dashboards across headcount, tenure, benefits utilization, and risk factors, empowering HR leaders in mid-to-large organizations to spot emerging turnover trends and act before they escalate. 👉 What metrics are you monitoring this quarter to stay ahead of turnover risk? https://lnkd.in/gdmCX7U2 #EmployeeRetention #HRAnalytics #WorkforceStrategy #EnterpriseHR #TurnoverTrends #QuietQuitting #EmployeeEngagement #PayrollSolutions #GreenLeafBusinessSolutions #HumanResources #HRLeadership #WorkforceInsights

🌿 What the Latest Cannabis Job-Market Numbers Mean for Enterprise HR Leaders 📊 The legal U.S. cannabis sector supports approximately 425,000 full-time equivalent jobs, yet employment is down ~3.4% from 2023 while retail sales continue to grow. MMJdaily.com For mid- to enterprise-scale cannabis operators, this creates unique workforce implications: ⚙️ Scaling revenues with a shrinking employee base = workload pressure & burnout risk. 🏢 Multi-state enterprises must stay vigilant on compliance, payroll, and benefits across jurisdictions. 🧠 HR teams need proactive retention and talent-planning strategies — not just reactive hiring. 💡 Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc. delivers integrated HR, payroll, and compliance infrastructure built for scaling cannabis enterprises, so workforce data, benefits design, and regulatory risk are managed centrally, giving HR leaders real-time insight and control. 👉 Are you tracking workforce productivity and compliance as your cannabis business grows? #CannabisIndustry #HRStrategy #WorkforcePlanning #PayrollCompliance #EmployeeRetention #CannabisBusiness #HCM #GreenLeaf #CannabisJobs #MMJDaily #HRLeadership https://lnkd.in/dbGDdk2K

🌿 At Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc., we help cannabis employers navigate the most complex payroll, tax, and compliance challenges every day. We want to hear from YOU! What’s keeping your payroll team up at night? Take our quick poll below 👇

🌿 We’re excited to share that our very own Marc Rodriguez, CEO & Co-Founder of Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc. , is featured in this week’s Fat Nugs Magazine! 💬 Marc’s Cannahumans interview dives into the story behind Green Leaf’s growth, our mission to elevate compliance standards in the cannabis industry, and what it truly means to lead with purpose in a space that’s constantly evolving. 📰 Check out Fat Nugs Magazine Weekly Zine, Volume 82 coverage begins on page 34. 👉 https://lnkd.in/guPz_D2M #GreenLeaf #Cannahumans #FatNugsMagazine #CannabisLeadership #Payroll #HCM #CannabisIndustry #PartnerNotProvider

🌱 Retention in Cannabis: The Most Under-Used Competitive Advantage for Multi-State Operators 👉 In sectors like cannabis, tackling retention is increasingly a strategic priority. In fact, recent commentary from the industry lists “attracting and retaining talent” as one of the top HR hurdles. (Association of Cannabis HR Professionals) 👉 For mid-market and enterprise employers, retention isn’t just HR fluff, it’s about stability, culture, and operational efficiency. 💼 Enterprise-Level Considerations: 🔹 With multi-state teams, inconsistent onboarding or career pathways erode retention. 🔹 The cost of turnover in large operations includes lost productivity, compliance disruptions, and team morale degradation. 🔹 Retention must be framed as part of the growth strategy, not just a “nice to have.” 💡 Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc. supports scaling cannabis and related operators with retention-centric HR infrastructure, analytics dashboards to identify turnover hotspots, standardized onboarding and career-path frameworks, and benefit/wellness programs built for large employee populations. ⚠️We help retain your talent so you can focus on growth, not hiring churn.⚠️ 👉 As you head into Q4: what retention metric will you track first? (e.g., new-hire 90-day turnover, manager-to-employee ratio, career path advancement) #CannabisIndustry #HCM #HRStrategy #EmployeeRetention #WorkforceDevelopment #GreenLeaf #MultiStateOperators #CannabisBusiness #HRLeadership #PeopleFirst

📌 When Jobs Drop but Sales Rise: What Mid and Enterprise Cannabis Employers Must Do Now According to Forbes, the U.S. cannabis industry unexpectedly saw job cuts even as retail sales climbed; a 3.4% workforce decline in 2024 although sales grew 4.5%. 🚨For mid-market and enterprise operators, this is a red flag! Scaling revenues while shrinking staffing signals productivity pressure, compliance risk, and retention gaps. ⚖️ Leaner workforces mean each role carries more compliance, risk, and regulatory load. 🏢 Multi-state operators must ensure payroll, benefits, and HR systems scale while staying compliant. 🧠 Retaining “institutional knowledge” becomes critical when hiring slows but expectations rise. 💡 Green Leaf Payroll and Business Solutions, Inc. equips large cannabis employers with integrated payroll + HR + compliance infrastructure to scale smart. We help reconcile multi-state labor data, streamline benefit administration, and empower HR leaders to shift from tactical firefighting to strategic workforce planning. 👉 Over the next 2 days, review your headcount vs. sales growth by region and ask yourself: how are your HR systems scaling as your workforce gets leaner? https://lnkd.in/dC4BrkDN #CannabisIndustry #WorkforcePlanning #HCM #HRStrategy #Compliance #GreenLeaf