Beach
Equity
Direct Technical Assistance Program
Delivering equity-centered
technical assistance
Transforming Long Beach's cannabis equity program through proven expertise, flexible support, and sustainable outcomes.
Launch Representatives
Monica Colgan · Marques Cameron
Date
October 28, 2025
About Launch Industries.
Certified Woman-Owned, Disadvantaged, LGBTQ+, & Small Business Enterprise.
Equity-focused serving underserved entrepreneurs. Headquartered in Seattle with a team of 12 in California (including contractors). A deep bench of talent with relevant lived experience operating a consistent, standardized turnkey program.
Third-party validated certifications.
It's one thing to say you have experience — third-party certifications validate it. They demonstrate not only our expertise but our commitment to meeting rigorous standards.
WBE
Woman Business Enterprise
DBE
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
LGBTQBE+
LGBTQ Business Enterprise
SBE
Small Business Enterprise
Equity is not a side initiative — it's a measurable performance metric embedded in every aspect of our work.
Meet our leadership team.
Driven by a passionate, experienced leadership team committed to fostering success for Long Beach's cannabis entrepreneurs.
Program Manager. Extensive experience in cannabis retail operations — licensing, compliance, financial planning. Excels at creating operational systems and managing teams.
Excels in team leadership, project management, and operational compliance. Strong background in retail purchasing and licensing navigation.
Expertise in licensing navigation, regulatory compliance, and Long Beach rules. Recognized for developing sustainable cannabis ventures and bridging public-private collaboration.
Specialized in equity-centered program design, community engagement, and ensuring measurable outcomes for underserved entrepreneurs.
Proven track record.
CORE Sacramento
Office of Cannabis Management TA Provider & Online Learning Program
- Contract: $750K (with increase, $900K)
- Contracted for 5,600 hours of TA
- 1,100+ hours delivered to date
- 60+ cannabis entrepreneurs supported
- Through December 2025
WA State Dept of Commerce
Social Equity Cannabis Program — TA Provider, Grant Manager, Online Learning
- Contract: $900K
- 2,134 hours of mentorship
- 45 licensees served
- Managed $8.1M in grant funding
- 11 retail stores launched
City of Seattle OED
ABC Program — Business Development Consultants
- Contract: $200K (started at $50K, renewed 4×)
- 2,200+ hours delivered
- 320+ small businesses
- Financial modeling, licensing, compliance
Launch Industries impact.
Across all programs we've delivered more than 8,000 hours of technical assistance to nearly 1,000 organizations in just three years — including 3,200 hours in cannabis specifically.
Cannabis Programs
Other Sector Programs
All Programs Combined
Comprehensive service delivery.
Close collaboration with the City, complete data collection, and deliverables and milestones met on time — including reporting and compliance.
1:1 Coaching
Personalized technical assistance hours tailored to each entrepreneur's licensing stage and goals.
Group Online Learning
24 live, instructor-led sessions across 6 modules, blending live and on-demand learning.
Reporting & Compliance
Real-time dashboards, demographic data, milestone tracking — submitted on or ahead of schedule.
End-to-end cannabis business support.
Our team provides end-to-end support across every aspect of cannabis business development and operations.
HR & Payroll
Hiring, onboarding, payroll system setup & compliance.
Marketing & Branding
Identity, messaging, customer acquisition.
Financial Planning
Pro formas, capital strategy, runway models.
Tax & Accounting
Excise, B&O, federal income; bookkeeping.
Operations Setup
SOPs, systems, day-to-day execution.
Real Estate
Site selection, lease review, zoning navigation.
Technology / Software
POS, inventory, METRC compliance, automation.
Business Planning
Strategic plan, lean canvas, go-to-market.
Legal & Compliance
Cannabis-specific regulatory navigation.
Business Licensing
State, city, county, federal — start to finish.
Long Beach program — additional consultants.
The dream team ready to serve Long Beach. With these players on our bench, we can start immediately — no ramp-up delay.
Operational systems, process optimization.
Regulatory and licensing legal expertise.
Business development and licensing strategy.
Tax planning, financial reporting, compliance.
Compliance frameworks and audit readiness.
Identity and customer acquisition strategy.
Industry-specific operational guidance.
Campaign strategy and execution support.
Creating a path to success with TA participants.
Our four-step participant journey begins with culturally informed outreach and accessible intake.
Engagement & Booking
ADA compliance, captioned meetings, plain-language English & Spanish enrollment. Mobile-accessible LMS. Interpretation in 100+ languages.
Welcome Call
Structured intake and readiness evaluation — licensing status, operational gaps, learning preferences.
Tailored Support
Individualized coaching, group webinars, and resource toolkits — flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends.
Empowerment & Success
Concrete deliverables and sustainable tools for long-term business success — beyond program completion.
Our technology stack.
Carefully curated for secure systems that function in harmony through integrations and automations. Heavy on tech for backend efficiency — simple, human-feeling experiences for clients.
Nutshell CRM
Case management, contact records, pipeline tracking.
Harvest
Time tracking by category, contract billing, invoicing.
Slack
Internal communications, client channels.
Zoom
Virtual meetings, captioned by default for accessibility.
Calendly
Self-service scheduling for participants.
Jotform
Applications, evaluations, structured intake.
Gusto
Payments, payroll, contractor reporting.
Teachable LMS
Learning platform — live + on-demand modules.
ClickUp
Project management, SOPs, task accountability.
LaunchMyCannabiz™
Entrepreneurship
Program Series
Our public-facing course for entrepreneurs — 24 sessions across 6 modules, blending live and on-demand learning. Built by 30+ cannabiz consultants with over a decade of industry experience, on the shoulders of programs we've executed.
Program objectives.
Legal & Regulatory Mastery
Compliance requirements and operational aspects of the business.
Financial Literacy
Comprehensive business plans with strong financial foundations.
Operations Excellence
Marketing, compliance, and operations management skills.
Scale & Sustain
Stabilize growth and maintain successful cannabis businesses.
Launch My Cannabiz™ — six-module journey.
Two-week breaks (process and digest) between four-week learning cycles. Live classes are 50 minutes, once a week. Instructors are our same TA consultants.
Sample 4-week breakdown — Module 1.
Introduction to Starting a Cannabis Business.
- Goal-oriented learning paths
- Knowledge checks after every session
- Flexible learning format — live + on-demand
- Participant surveys after each course to refine the next
Effective monitoring, reporting & continuous improvement.
Progress & Accountability
- Weekly data review
- Detailed session logs
- Participant milestone tracking
Consultant + Participant
- Regular team meetings
- Detailed time reports
- Surveys + focus groups
Schedule
- Monthly invoice reports
- Monthly category usage
- Quarterly trend analysis
- Demographic reporting
Quality Assurance
- Post-service surveys
- Bi-weekly program meetings
- Mid-cycle course correction
- Written case studies
"Launch Industries has surpassed our contract agreement's reporting requirements time and time again. Monica and her team ensure that all required deliverables are met."
Budget breakdown.
Our proposal stays under the $100K cap while maximizing value. Most funds go directly to 1:1 TA hours.
| Category | Detail | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1:1 Technical Assistance | 675 hours at $110/hour for personalized coaching and mentorship | $74,250 |
| Educational Webinars | Six four-part modules ($2,500 each) with unlimited participation and evergreen content | $15,000 |
| Technology & Tools | LMS platform, CRM, project management software, participant resources | $4,250 |
| Administration | Program management, reporting, coordination (5% cap) | $5,000 |
| Total Investment | $98,500 | |
This ratio demonstrates fiscal discipline and a commitment to participant impact. Direct service is the priority — overhead is minimized.
A turnkey solution for Long Beach.
Launch Industries is committed to delivering an equity-centered program that transforms commitments into measurable entrepreneurial success.
Experienced Program Team
Experienced managers and technical support specialists.
Turnkey & Equity-Centered
Ready-to-deploy systems built on equity principles.
Tailored Tech Stack
CRM, LMS, and reporting tools optimized for TA programs.
Flexible Online Learning
Online modules, live sessions, self-paced content.
Comprehensive Tracking
Real-time progress monitoring and milestone tracking.
ADA Compliant Access
Captioned meetings, accessible materials, mobile LMS.
Proven Methodology
Structured approach from engagement to business launch.
Continuous Support
Ongoing mentorship and post-program follow-up.
Dedicated Project Manager
Personal PM assigned for seamless coordination.
Meticulous Documentation
Case studies, session logs, progress reports.
Comprehensive Coverage
Technical assistance across every business function.
On-Demand Interpretation
100+ languages supported (additional cost).
Why Launch Industries?
Deep Cannabis Expertise
Unparalleled understanding of complex cannabis regulations, market dynamics, and opportunities.
Proven Program Management
Established systems and extensive experience for seamless execution and participant support.
Human-Centric Approach
Genuine human connection and mentorship to guide and support every participant.
Tailored Tech & Infrastructure
Robust technical infrastructure with a customized approach to meet specific needs.
Measurable Success
Translating equity commitments into tangible, quantifiable entrepreneurial achievements.
Flexible & Accessible
Supportive programs that meet businesses where they are.
Community Impact
Programs designed to give back and create measurable positive outcomes.
Robust Team
40+ team members with diverse backgrounds and lived experience.
You
From our broader team
Let's make this
program shine!
Our broader team thanks you for the consideration. We want to work for you. We want this contract.
"Talk to you soon. — Monica & the Launch Industries team"