It all begins with unity.

Black cannabis licensees in Los Angeles face disproportionate taxation, predatory practices, inequitable access to capital, and regulatory barriers that threaten our success. BLACC was founded to change this reality.

We are a coalition of Black cannabis licensees across the supply chain—retailers, cultivators, distributors, and manufacturers—united in our mission to protect, grow, and empower our businesses.

BLACC is more than an organization; it’s a movement. We fight for fair policies, lower taxes, and economic opportunities that benefit Black cannabis entrepreneurs and our communities. As a member, you gain access to policy advocacy, business development resources, networking, visibility, and collective economic power.

Our Mission

The Black Los Angeles Cannabis Council (BLACC) is dedicated to advancing equity, economic opportunity, and generational wealth for Black cannabis operators. We advocate for fair policies, immediate tax reform, and the removal of systemic barriers that hinder Black entrepreneurs. Through policy change, business support, and collective action, BLACC is building a future where Black cannabis businesses are not just participants—but leaders—in the industry.

Our Platform

BLACC is committed to tackling the biggest challenges facing Black cannabis entrepreneurs in Los Angeles. Our policy agenda focuses on:

Pushing for lower cannabis taxes and a tax holiday to allow Black-owned businesses to stabilize and gr

Tax Reform

Predatory Practices & Market Protections

Combating predatory investors, exploitative partnerships, and ensuring that social equity licensees maintain control over their businesses.

Advocating for state and local funding, loan programs, and grants specifically for Black cannabis operators.

Equity & Access to Capital

Educating lawmakers and the public on the importance of Black-owned cannabis businesses and ensuring reinvestment into our communities.

Public Awareness & Community Investment

Fighting against excessive regulations, unnecessary red tape, and unfair enforcement that disproportionately impacts Black businesses.

Regulatory Fairness

Our Membership

  • Aja Allen

    Owner, Dope Sugar La Cienega

  • Madison Shockley

    Owner, Cadre

  • Kika Keith

    Owner, Gorilla RX

  • Whitney Beatty

    Owner, Josephine & Billies

  • Qwess

    Owner, Space Flyt

  • Ishman Barber

    Owner

  • Rhavin

    Owner, Dope Sugar Melrose

  • Evelyn and Brandon

    Owners, The Green Paradise

Contact Us

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