Welcome to Cannabis Driven Management

Your Ally at Every Stage of the Journey

For some, working in this industry is a lifelong dream. For others, it's just another business venture. Either way, success doesn’t happen alone.

From the moment we stepped into this space, one thing became painfully clear: businesses that have been open ten years are facing the same problems as those open ten days. Why? Because there’s a chronic lack of real support—for owners, managers, and employees to actually learn and grow with the industry.

That’s where we come in.

Cannabis Driven Management is here to help, no matter where you’re starting from. We help:

  • New operations hit the ground running with fewer missteps.

  • Existing businesses become more efficient and profitable.

  • Industry professionals connect through a powerful, growing network designed to make everyone sharper, stronger, and more sustainable.

Whether you're trying to survive your first 90 days or fine-tune your tenth year, we’ve got your back. Let's build something better—together.

Damien Padilla Damien Padilla

Getting Started

What It Is

A dedicated resource center built for New Mexico’s independent cannabis businesses. Powered by CDM, the center focuses on:

  • Succession Planning

  • Leadership Training

  • Conflict Navigation

  • Operational Strategy

  • Legacy Building

No consultants in Patagonia vests. No corporate fluff. Just workshops, meetups, and dirty-hands business advice from people who’ve been there—running a farm, a shop, or a distribution route.

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