Douglas J. Guth
Freelance ReporterDouglas J. Guth is a freelance journalist based in Cleveland Heights. His focus is on business, with bylines in publications including Crain's Cleveland Business and Middle Market Growth.
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Home grown marijuana could thrive in Northeast Ohio with the legalization of recreational marijuana in Ohio. Experts and instructors have some advice when it comes to embarking on your own home cultivation adventure. -
The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission has been attracting big-ticket professional and amateur events and activities to town for 25 years. These experiences draw thousands of visitors eager to spend money and spread the word about Northeast Ohio. -
Current federal law prohibits banks from working with cannabis businesses. What can Ohio marijuana entrepreneurs do to protect their assets as the industry continues to gain footing nationally? -
In June, Ohio opened the application process for state medical marijuana dispensaries to sell recreational products. With established medical companies getting first dibs, where does that leave the rest of the market? -
Impressia Bank is a women-led operation created with female founders in mind. The mission is to assist owners still struggling to find loans and other critical resources. -
What are the pros and cons of a vertically integrated cannabis model where companies are controlling all stages of production? Businesses attempting this have more licenses and compliance needs, but high start-up costs could lead to increased profits down the road. -
What can cannabis tourism look like in Northeast Ohio in the wake of legalization? Area experts weigh the possibilities. -
Black Americans are largely underrepresented in financial services, comprising about 5% of industry professionals. Northeast Ohio minority financiers are working to bridge the gap through mentorship and job opportunities. -
Legal adult-use cannabis entering the mainstream provides an opportunity for Northeast Ohio dispensaries to reach new customers while servicing longtime clientele. Businesses must differentiate themselves as well as navigate rules about how their products are advertised. -
Artificial intelligence will never replace physicians and surgeons, but how can this technology be integrated into the “art” of cosmetic surgery? Cleveland doctors weigh in.
