Meet Jen Randolph Reise ​
Cannabis Business Consultant & Minnesota Market Expert
Jen Randolph Reise is one of Minnesota's leading cannabis business consultants, specializing in helping first-time entrepreneurs navigate the state's complex regulatory landscape.
As founder of North Star Cannabis Consulting, Jen has guided over 500 entrepreneurs through business formation, regulatory compliance, and growth strategies. Her unique combination of legal training, entrepreneurial experience, and community-building expertise makes complex cannabis regulations accessible for business owners at every stage.
Background & Expertise
Legal Foundation
Nearly 20 years of legal experience, including corporate law, SEC compliance, and securities. Law school valedictorian, law professor and former counsel at major Minneapolis firm.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Founded North Star Cannabis Consulting in 2025 after co-founding North Star Law Group PLLC, bringing real-world startup experience to her consulting practice.
Community Impact
Served 500+ Minnesota entrepreneurs, built a 1,100+ subscriber community, and created Minnesota's first cannabis startup accelerator program.
Newsroom:
Media Recognition & Thought Leadership
"The Weed Lady Lawyer" - Racket MN
Recent Media Features
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MPR News: Expert analysis on Minnesota's cannabis licensing process
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CBS News: Breaking down legal cannabis dos and don'ts for Minnesota residents
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MJBizCon: Discussing the evolution of Minnesota's cannabis market
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Star Tribune & Minneapolis Business Journal: Regular commentary on industry developments
Industry Recognition
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Top Women in Law, Minnesota Lawyer (2023)
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Newsletter Publisher: 1,100+ weekly subscribers
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Speaking Expert: Regular presenter at cannabis industry events
Community Building & Education
North Star Cannabis Community
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1,100+ newsletter subscribers receiving weekly regulatory updates
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500+ entrepreneurs served across Minnesota
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Minnesota's first cannabis accelerator program
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Regular educational content and industry analysis
Speaking & Education
Jen regularly presents on cannabis business topics including:
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Regulatory compliance for new entrepreneurs in the Minnesota cannabis industry
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Helping those not in the industry understand Minnesota’s laws, industry, and next steps
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Social equity in Minnesota cannabis: the design and the rollout
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From hemp-derived THC to adult-use market transitions
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Building compliant cannabis businesses from startup to scale
Press Inquiry?
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