The cannabis industry is on a meteoric rise, with projected growth outpacing traditional stalwarts like health stores, bars, and even convenience stores. By 2029, dispensaries and adult-use retailers are expected to eclipse coffee & snack shops and near the total industry revenue of beer, wine, and liquor stores. This explosive trajectory underscores a prime investment opportunity, especially for businesses in the mid-Atlantic states, poised to capitalize on this green wave over the next five years.