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BIG BUSINESS

How many CEOs have lived underground, assuming false identities and evading arrest in pursuit of their passion? Few would have had the tenacity to endure in the face of such overwhelming opposition. But, cannabis mogul “BigMike” Straumietis couldn’t be deterred.

Straumietis spent a decade hiding from the DEA while continuing to develop his skills in cannabis. Then in 1996, Straumietis invested his ill-gotten gains into launching his own company, Advanced Nutrients, now the world’s top-selling cannabis-specific nutrient line.

The company nets over 90 million dollars a year from sales in 103 countries. His newest endeavor, BigMike’s Blends, delivers outcome-specific strains in consistent pre-roll packaging.

From more than 20 years of experience, Straumietis has developed a cannabis empire based on business acumen and rigorous scientific testing. In this exclusive interview, BigMike reveals his business strategy, what he learned on the lam, and his

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