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For entrepreneurs who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, cut through a decent chunk of bureaucratic tape, and hand over some cash up-front, opening a medical dispensary is a great opportunity. A medical marijuana dispensary in Chicago will allow you to be a pioneer in what is soon to be a massive, national industry. Marijuana projects revenue generated by dispensaries and retail stores to reach between $6.5 and $8 billion in 2019. When considering this type of business, you are sure to have a lot of questions. People often ask: How much does it cost to start a dispensary? What are the legalities of starting a dispensary? Is marijuana a profitable industry? Where can I open a dispensary? Here’s the ultimate step guide on how to start a medical marijuana dispensary in Chicago . Research the risks and eligibility factors Despite the increasing number of states that have legalized medical and recreational marijuana use, there are risks. Marijuana is still considered i...

People have been interested in the medicinal benefits of Chicago medical cannabis dispensaries since learning about them in pharmacy school. So I paid attention when California became the first state to legalize the medical use of cannabis in 1996. I continued to take notice as more states passed medical marijuana legislation. However, the 60 Minutes segment inspired me to turn my interest into a business. I decided to apply for one of 60 licenses to open and operate a medical marijuana dispensary in my home state of Illinois as soon as they become available in 2014. Many other steps had preceded it. I’m a registered pharmacist with an MBA and more than 15 years of pharmacy and business experience. I’ve held senior director of pharmacy positions with major procurement and distribution companies. I have a passion for sales, marketing, negotiations, business development, and relationship management, and have used my entrepreneurial spirit to create new business lines, call centers...