How Trade Roots Built a Vertically Integrated Craft Cannabis Brand with Green Check’s Support
Trade Roots—a vertically integrated cannabis operator in Massachusetts—partnered with Green Check to streamline compliance, banking, and operations across cultivation, manufacturing, and retail.

The Challenge
- Complex Licensing: Required three separate licenses for cultivation, manufacturing, and retail.
- Operational Complexity: Needed to manage diverse operations under one roof.
- Compliance Demands: Faced stringent regulatory requirements across multiple business functions.
The Green Check Solution
Green Check provided comprehensive support to Trade Roots, including:
- Guided Onboarding: Assisted with complex document submissions and compliance requirements.
- Banking Integration: Facilitated connections with financial institutions that understood the cannabis industry.
- Ongoing Compliance Support: Offered tools and guidance to maintain regulatory adherence across all operations.
“The joke has been this whole time that this has been my real college education, launching this business.” — Jesse Pitts, Co-Founder of Trade Roots
The Results
- Streamlined Operations: Successfully managed cultivation, manufacturing, and retail under one roof.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintained adherence to stringent cannabis industry regulations.
- Operational Efficiency: Improved internal processes and workflows across all business functions.
What’s Next?
- Expansion Plans: Exploring opportunities to scale operations and increase production capacity.
- Product Development: Focusing on developing new cannabis products to meet market demand.
- Community Engagement: Continuing to build strong relationships with the local community and stakeholders.
Call to Action
Looking to streamline your cannabis operations and ensure regulatory compliance?
Learn how Green Check can support your business in navigating the complexities of the cannabis industry.