# Charlie Cimitile, Co-Founder @ Day 1 Distro | Building a B2B Business in the Cannabis Industry

By: Justin Abrams
Published: 2025-07-15

### Summary
In this episode of [Strictly From Nowhere](https://www.causeofakind.com/strictly-from-nowhere "Strictly From Nowhere"), host [Justin Abrams](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cuzzinjustin/ "Justin Abrams") interviews [Charlie Cimitile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliecimitile/ "Charlie Cimitile"), CEO and founder of [Day 1 Distro](https://day1distro.com/ "Day 1 Distro"), exploring their shared history and Charlie's entrepreneurial journey in the cannabis industry. They discuss the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the importance of relationships, and the dynamics of running a business in a rapidly evolving market. Charlie shares insights on navigating the cannabis distribution landscape, managing inventory, and the significance of trust in partnerships.

### Takeaways
- Entrepreneurship often starts from personal experiences and challenges.
- The grind of entrepreneurship can be compared to parenting.
- Finding a niche in the cannabis industry can lead to success.
- Building a customer-centric business model is crucial.
- Trust between partners is essential for business success.
- Navigating inventory and supply chain is a constant challenge.
- Sales experience is invaluable in any career path.
- The cannabis industry is relationship-driven and community-oriented.
- Adapting to market changes is vital for survival.
- Taking risks in business requires careful consideration and communication.

### Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
02:40
Personal Journeys and Entrepreneurial Spirit
04:27
The Hustle of Entrepreneurship
09:44
Navigating the Cannabis Industry
11:41
Finding the Niche in Cannabis Distribution
22:56
Navigating the Evolving Cannabis Market
30:14
Managing Inventory and Customer Relationships
36:30
The Importance of Trust in Partnerships
40:29
Breaking into the Cannabis Industry

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