UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 11, 2016
GENERAL CANNABIS CORP
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
Colorado | 000-54457 | 90-1072649 |
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) | (Commission File Number) | (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) |
6565 E. Evans Avenue |
| 80224 |
(Address of principal executive offices) |
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Registrants telephone number, including area code: (303) 759-1300
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
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Item 7.01 |
| Regulation FD Disclosure. |
On January 11, 2016, General Cannabis Corp (the Company) issued a press release announcing that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Chiefton Supply Co. (Chiefton), released its cannabis design agency website, www.chieftondesign.com. A copy of the press release issued by the Company is attached hereto and incorporated by reference in its entirety as Exhibit 99.1.
The information contained in this Item 7.01 of the Companys Current Report on Form 8-K shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. The furnishing of the information in this Current Report on Form 8-K is not intended to, and does not, constitute a representation that such furnishing is required by Regulation FD or that the information contained in this Currenst Report on Form 8-K constitutes material investor information that is not otherwise publicly available.
The Securities and Exchange Commission encourages registrants to disclose forward-looking information so that investors can better understand the future prospects of a registrant and make informed investment decisions. This Current Report on Form 8-K and exhibits may contain these types of statements, which are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and which involve risks, uncertainties and reflect the Registrants judgment as of the date of this Current Report on Form 8-K. Forward-looking statements may relate to, among other things, operating results and are indicated by words or phrases such as expects, should, will, and similar words or phrases. These statements are subject to inherent uncertainties and risks that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated at the date of this Current Report on Form 8-K. Investors are cautioned not to rely unduly on forward-looking statements when evaluating the information presented within.
Item 9.01 |
| Financial Statements and Exhibits. |
(d) Exhibits.
The exhibit listed in the following Exhibit Index is filed as part of this Current Report on Form 8-K.
Exhibit No. |
Description | |
99.1 |
Press Release dated January 11, 2016 |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
Dated: January 11, 2016
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| By: | /s/ Robert L. Frichtel |
| Name: | Robert L. Frichtel |
| Title: | Chief Executive Officer |
EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit No. |
Description | |
99.1 |
Press Release dated January 11, 2016 |
Exhibit 99.1
General Cannabis Corporation Launches Chiefton Design
DENVER, Jan. 11, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chiefton Supply Co. (Chiefton), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Cannabis Corporation (OTCQB: CANN), announces the official release of their cannabis design agency website, www.chieftondesign.com. Since inception, Chiefton has built a name for themselves through innovative cannabis graphic design and branding. Initially focusing on the development of their apparel line, they realized the opportunity to provide similar services to fellow organizations within the industry.
Throughout the 4th quarter of 2015, Chiefton supplied numerous clients with high-level design and branding services. From grow stores and dispensaries to wholesale marijuana companies, Chiefton has already helped several cannabis organizations reframe their brand image. Led by Creative Director, Bryan Dehaven, Chiefton stands ready to tackle new, larger projects in 2016. Making Chiefton Design official was something we had planned since the beginning, said Bryan. We are passionate about bringing a fresh look to the cannabis industry and get excited about working with clients who share that goal.
Companies approach us to add depth in their brand image and to connect more with their customers, said Jacob Kulchin, Chieftons Managing Director. Our flexible internal structure, industry connections and professional design practices combine to provide our clients with top notch work at affordable rates. See more at www.Chieftondesign.com.
ABOUT CHIEFTON SUPPLY CO.
Chiefton is an apparel and design company based out of Denver Colorado. We specialize in innovative cannabis graphic design and branding. Whether its developing a branding and apparel package for another organization or producing Chiefton garments, our commitment to original art is what drives us forward.
ABOUT GENERAL CANNABIS CORPORATION
General Cannabis Corporation is the all-in-one resource for the highest quality service providers available to the regulated Cannabis Industry. We are a trusted partner to the cultivation, production and retail side of the cannabis business. We do this through a combination of strong operating divisions such as real estate, consulting, security, financing and the distribution of important infrastructure products to grow facilities and dispensaries. As a synergistic holding company, our subsidiaries are able to leverage the strengths of each other, as well as a larger balance sheet, to succeed.
We will continue to integrate partner companies in order to provide a full suite of capabilities for our customers as the regulated cannabis industry continues to expand. For more information, please visit www.generalcann.com.