2023 Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards
Introducing the 2023 Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards - our way of honoring THE BEST in our Ecosystem. With 20+ awards in 4 main categories, we invite you to nominate your favorite brand, organization, and individual in Maryland.
2023 Explore Maryland Cannabis Winners
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PEOPLE
Maryland Cannabis Advocate of the Year:
Jarilyn Walker - Summitt Wellness
Maryland Budtender (Patient Care Advisor) of the Year:
Brenden Martin - Greenhouse Wellness
Maryland Content Creator of the Year (Photo)
Nicholas Farrell
Maryland Content Creator of the Year (Video)
@cannaquesttvibes
Maryland Cannabis Provider of the Year
Maryland GreenScript Cannabis
Maryland Legislator of the Year
Martin Mitchell
Maryland Cannabis Person of the Year
Lindsay Ward
Brand Ambassador of the Year
Brittany Scribner - Vireo Health
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COMPANY
Maryland Community Organization of the Year
The MJ Connect
Maryland Non-Profit Organization of the Year
Project Dream
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INDUSTRY
Dispensary of the Year
CULTA
Grower of the Year
Strane/Holistic
Processor of the Year
The Evermore Cannabis Company
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PRODUCTS
Maryland Concentrate/Extract Product
Lemon Cherry Gelato Cold Cure by
Evermore Cannabis Company
Maryland Edible Product
HiColor by Vireo Health
Maryland Cannabis Clothing (Apparel/Merchandise) Product
Woke Trends
Best CBD Product of the Year
Lucy's Luck CBD Lavender Salve by
Lucy's Natural Remedies
Maryland Cannabis Product of the Year
Compound Z (Flower)
BATTLE OF THE BRANDS
Best Community Event (Indoor): Puff and Paint - LoudVybz
Best Community Event (Outdoor): Grow West Fall Festival
Best Demonstration of Corporate Responsibility: Good Green
Best Packaging and Marketing: Garcia Handpicked Flower (Holistic Industries)
Best Social Impact Brand: Bouqe Rolling Papers
2023 Best Place to Work : Ascend Laurel
Frequently Asked Questions
Important Dates
Nominations open Nov 1
Nominations closed Nov 15
Voting open Nov 16
Voting closed Nov 30
Award Announcements & Ceremony Dec 15
Which categories can I nominate in?
We invite nominations in all open categories.
What happens if I’m nominated?
Nominations are taken via “write in” voting. The top 4 nominees with the most write in ballots will have their name listed on the Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards online ballot. Nominees who don’t get enough nominations to be listed still have a chance to win by having voters write in their name on the final online ballot.
Can I nominate myself?
Yes, you can nominate yourself and/or your company.
Is there a fee to nominate?
No. It’s FREE to vote and nominate.
How are the winners decided?
Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards is a public voting competition where the Maryland industry can vote online for their chosen winner.
How are winners decided?
Public voting will take place until Nov 30 when the industry can vote online for their chosen winner.
Any tips on how to win?
As Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards is a public online voting content, the winner simply must get the most votes! Ask your customers, clients, employees, family, friends and EVERYONE to vote for you!
What happens when I/We win?
Winners will be announced via in-person and virtual awards on December, 15th 2023.
Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards is a public voting competition meaning any winner was selected among their peers, clients, colleagues, consumer and other industry members as the BEST in their perspective category for the entire year.
All winners will receive a branded award, use rights for “Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards” and inclusion in all upcoming Explore Maryland Cannabis events throughout the year. Winners will receive more information on this after they are selected.
How do I/We reach Explore Maryland Cannabis Awards?
Shoot us an email and we will get right back to you