Expert Cannabis Business Consultants
Collateral Base is a team of sophisticated and accomplished cannabis business consultants. We win licenses in new markets through lotteries, merit-based applications, or complete cannabis applications. Our team provides operational guidance and business advice to help our clients succeed in the cannabis industry.








Cannabis Consultants for Applications & Operations
Collateral Base offers targeted consulting for the cannabis sector, combining industry-specific insight with a focus on growth-driven strategies. Our cannabis business consultants identify key areas for enhancement and develop solutions that align with your business needs. Our support, whether for short-term projects or long-term strategy, is designed to deliver clear value and foster success in the dynamic cannabis market.


Business Operations Consulting
We help businesses identify opportunities and tackle challenges while implementing behaviors that adhere to government regulations. We assist them in protecting clients and ensuring fair employment.

Cannabis Licensing Consulting
Our dedicated team of is ready to help your cannabis business navigate state requirements, ensuring you meet all criteria and enhance your chances of obtaining a license that aligns with your goals.


Social Equity Business Consulting
We assist businesses as they strive to adhere to growing social equity expectations, assisting them in preparing policies and best practices for a more just environment.


Business Dispute Resolution
Our consultants specialize in corporate and cannabis law, supporting businesses to effectively handle layoffs and other complications between employers and employees.


LLC Operations & Exit Strategies


Business Valuations
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Your Path to Success Starts Here
Our cannabis business consultants understand all the complexities of compliance, licensing, and acquisitions in regulated industries. Our insights and guidance ensure success in these critical areas, helping you achieve and maintain industry standards while pursuing growth through strategic acquisitions. Partner with us for a straightforward path to success.

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Cannabis License M&A Services
Facilitate Your Cannabis License Sale Efficiently
Streamline your license sale with our targeted support. Our Cannabis Business Consultants offer precise valuation, robust financial insights, and direct investor connections. Our expertise in crafting compelling pitch decks ensures your license attracts the right buyers, efficiently securing you the best deal.


Collateral Base Blog

How to Win Utah’s Independent Cannabis Pharmacy License in 2025
Utah’s Independent Medical Cannabis Pharmacy license will be in a class by itself – because only 1 will be is

Minnesota Cannabis License: From Conditional Approval to Final OCM Verification
You Cleared the Lottery…Now the Heavy Lifting Starts Congratulations—your application just earned preliminary approval from the Minnesota Office of Cannabis

Navigating Multi-State Cannabis Licensing: A $300K+ Application Playbook
Introduction to Multi-State Cannabis Licensing: The High-Stakes Cannabis License Game Getting a cannabis license in one state is hard enough
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- Business contract disputes
- Shareholder litigation
- Cannabis business
- Fraud actions
- Mechanic’s liens
Collateral Base
Welcome to the Collateral Base – Consultants & Attorneys for Business & Cannabis, with litigation experience in secured transactions and commercial banking litigation in Illinois, Massachusetts, and New York, with offices in Chicago Boston, and Peoria.
Counties Served: Peoria, Cook, McLean, Woodford, Tazewell, Knox, Henry, Rock Island, Fulton, LaSalle, Bureau, Mason, Logan, Sangamon, Macon, Woodford.
Services: business disputes, corporate Cannabis Lawyer, breach of fiduciary duty, securities law disputes arising, mergers and acquisitions, corporation counsel, business transactions, intellectual property, house counsel, corporate lawyers work, legal disputes, commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution, business litigation attorney
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