#418: From Flow Kana to FK+: Reinventing Cannabis for Wellness with Mikey Steinmetz
Description
In this episode, I sit down with Mikey Steinmetz, Co-Founder and Chief Servant Officer of Functional Kannabis+ (FK+), to discuss the powerful evolution of cannabis from its legacy market roots to the future of functional, wellness-oriented products.
Mikey shares his founding story behind Flow Kana, the rise of sungrown cannabis in Northern California, and the harsh regulatory challenges that forced a major pivot. We dive into how FK+ is reimagining cannabis through precise formulations for sleep, energy, focus, and relaxation—and how science, storytelling, and service are shaping the next generation of cannabis consumption.
We also explore:
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The regulatory hurdles that changed everything for Flow Kana
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How FK+ is bringing cannabis to the wellness aisle
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Why Mikey and his wife Flavia are committed to functional, intentional formulations
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Lessons from raising $200M and building legacy brands
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The “One Plant” philosophy uniting hemp and marijuana
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Advice for cannabis entrepreneurs on resilience and reinvention
Whether you're a cannabis operator, wellness brand builder, or simply curious about the future of the industry, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
🔗 Learn more about FK+: https://fkplus.com
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