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Cannabis Due Diligence: Don't Drink the Kool Aid Cannabis offers investors generational financial returns, but only for those that can mitigate investment risk and see through industry opacity The key is performing objective and thorough commercial & financial due diligence. We provide these critical services for Cannabis investors and funds: --> Quality of Earnings reports --> Potential value creation opportunities --> Hypothesis-driven market and competitive analysis  --> Management, IP and operations appraisal --> Independent valuations Don’t let unforeseen risks, purchaser bias or missed value enhancement opportunities scuttle your deal or minimize returns. Send me DM me to chat about a potential deal or about elevating your M&A process.

Model Your Way to Cannabis Success Cannabis firms are complex, evolving and capital-intensive entities.  Major decisions rely on many rapidly changing variables and assumptions such as market growth, input & market pricing and available capital. To cope with this complexity, you need to have user-friendly yet powerful financial tools.  Most cannabis companies I see depend on basic, often broken spreadsheets. We build the cannabis industry’s best financial models.  They include detailed P&Ls (by market, category and product), CapEx needs, Options Analysis and market projections by scenario. Our bespoke tools with supporting facilitation will help you understand the impact of various market scenarios, torture test assumptions and better understand the ‘size of the prize’ and the quickest path to get there.   Your payoff is compelling and fast…  1. Better allocation of capital 2. Lower operational and financial risk 3. Improved financial transparency 4. Enhanced strategic thinking, planning and alignment Let’s chat about how we can level up your business planning, risk management and decision-making. 🔔 Hit that follow bell to always get my unique, impactful content #cannabisindustry #financialmodeling #risk #strategicplanning #cannabis #models

Financially Model Your Way to Cannabis Success Cannabis firms are complex, evolving and capital-intensive entities.   To cope with this uncertainty, you need bespoke, user-friendly and powerful financial tools. We build the cannabis industry’s best models, tailored to your unique needs.  The models include: --> Detailed P&Ls and cash flows (by market, category and product) --> CapEx requirements --> Options Analysis --> Market projections by scenario. Our tools plus supporting facilitation will help you better understand the impact of various market scenarios, torture test assumptions and realistically estimate the ‘size of the prize’ and the quickest path to get there. Your payoff is compelling and quick… 1. Better allocation of capital 2. Reduced risk and cost 3. Improved strategic planning, transparency and alignment Let’s chat about how we can level up your analytics, decision-making and planning. #MSOS #LPS #cannabisindustry #planning #forecasting #financialmodel #cannabis

Every week we share a case study with you about a client challenge and the solutions we craft for them. But this time we want to know what YOU think. Ready? Catherine, a highly accomplished professional with a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry, has accumulated a significant amount of wealth over the years, including a large portfolio of stock options in her current company. But today, a staggering 80 percent of her net worth is tied to this single, steeply-growing stock 😳 What do you recommend she does? Watch the full video for case details, put on your ‘Financial Advisor’ hat and share with us - what would you advise Catherine to do?👇 #investmentportfolio #investing #investments #financialplanning #successionplanning

Reduce the risk absolutely!

In the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, professionals often have unique financial considerations that require specialized guidance. Common questions may revolve around maximizing benefits packages, such as stock options and bonuses, and understanding the tax implications associated with them. Additionally, individuals may seek advice on managing variable income streams and planning for retirement amidst industry volatility. If you're an industry professional looking for financial expertise that aligns with your unique situation, contact LRVS Advisory today, at https://lnkd.in/gzvQGFBg #LRVS #LRVSAdvisory #BostonMA #WealthManagement #InvestmentManagement #WealthAdvisors #FinancialPlanning #RetirementPlanning #CompanyBenefitsPlanning #YourFamilyCFO #Biotech #BiotechIndustry #Pharm #PharmaceuticalIndustry #CSuite #Executives

Every week I share a case study with you sharing a client challenge and the solutions that we craft for them. But this time I want to know what YOU think. Ready? Catherine, a highly accomplished professional with a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry, has accumulated a significant amount of wealth over the years, including a large portfolio of stock options in her current company. But today, a staggering 80 percent of her net worth is tied to this single, steeply-growing stock 😳 What do you recommend she does? Watch the full video for case details, put on your ‘Financial Advisor’ hat and share with me - what would you advise Catherine to do?👇 #investmentportfolio #investing #investments #financialplanning #itsnotbusinessitspersonal

Are You Ready For The Next Cannabis Funding Uplift? Probably not. Regulatory liberalization, growing awareness of legal cannabis and improving capital markets conditions are creating terrific opportunities to raise capital. But... The finance team is overloaded or in the accounting weeds. Your investor relations capability is under performing or non-existent. And, your strategy and operating model may be in flux or sputtering Raising the right capital from the right institution will require you to do 5 things- 1. Align on a 2024 funding strategy and plan of action 2. Segment and prioritize potential funders (institutions, HNW etc) as well as strategic players 3. Craft the right investment 'story' for each target in the right channel, while ensuring alignment to your corporate brand 4. (R)educate the investment community on the cannabis market and your company's unique position 5. Track performance while refining your approach There are a myriad of corporate finance routes and competitors for that capital. I will improve your chances of raising the right capital, from the right equity and/or debt funders at the right cost of capital and balance sheet impact. Send me a DM to discuss your unique needs. #investorrelations #funding #capitalmarkets #cannabis #MSOS #LPS #cannabisindustry #capital #equitycapital #debt

Navigating the financial landscape in pharma? Unlock your potential with our 5 financial planning tips tailored for pharma professionals. #Abbot #AbbVie #Pharma

Hello LinkedIn Connections, 🚀Excited to share a Comprehensive DCF and Comparable Company Model for Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd. This Model Contains: 🔸Historical Financial Statements 🔸Ratio Analysis 🔸Common Size Statement 🔸Forecasting 🔸Beta Drifting 🔸WACC Calculation 🔸DCF Valuation 🔸Comparable Company Valuation Your feedback is highly appreciated for any errors or areas of improvement. I am grateful to The Valuation School and Parth Verma Sir for his constant support and guidance. Disclaimer: This report is made as a part of educational assignment and is meant for educational purposes only. #financialmodel #financialanalysis #financialinsights #Sunpharma #finance #valuation