1. Curaleaf
Curaleaf is the largest cannabis company in the U.S. by revenue, operating in 19 states with a strong presence in cultivation, processing, and distribution. Founded in 2010 and rebranded in 2018, Curaleaf’s growth has been fueled by strategic acquisitions, including Select and Grassroots.
Website: curaleaf.com
2. Green Thumb Industries (GTI)
Green Thumb Industries is a Chicago-based multi-state operator with more than 100 retail locations and 20 manufacturing facilities nationwide. Since its founding in 2014, GTI has distributed top brands like RYTHM and Beboe through its RISE Dispensaries network.
Website: gtigrows.com
3. Cresco Labs
Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs operates in key U.S. cannabis markets with a vertically integrated model that spans cultivation, processing, and wholesale distribution. Its national reach has been strengthened through acquisitions like Origin House.
Website: crescolabs.com
4. Innovative Industrial Properties (IIP)
While not a direct distributor of cannabis, IIP plays a crucial role in distribution infrastructure. As a cannabis-focused real estate investment trust (REIT), it provides sale-leaseback financing to licensed operators, enabling facility expansion vital for distribution.
Website: innovativeindustrialproperties.com
5. Trulieve Cannabis Corp.
Based in Florida, Trulieve is the state’s dominant medical cannabis provider, with over 200 dispensaries nationwide. The company emphasizes efficient distribution and vertical integration to maintain quality and consistency across markets.
Website: trulieve.com
6. Verano Holdings
Verano Holdings is a leading vertically integrated operator with operations across multiple states. The company distributes a wide portfolio of medical and adult-use products through its network of dispensaries and wholesale partners.
Website: verano.com
7. Nabis
Nabis is a California-based wholesale cannabis distribution platform connecting hundreds of brands with licensed dispensaries. The company offers B2B logistics, financing, and software tools that streamline the supply chain.
Website: nabis.com
8. Planet 13 Holdings
Planet 13 is known for its massive Las Vegas cannabis superstore that blends retail with entertainment. While primarily retail-focused, Planet 13 has expanded into distribution as part of its multi-state operations strategy.
Website: planet13.com
9. KushCo Holdings
Formerly Kush Bottles, KushCo supplies compliant packaging, supplies, and ancillary distribution services. Its offerings help licensed cannabis operators meet regulatory standards while scaling operations efficiently.
Website: kushco.com
10. Steep Hill
Steep Hill is one of the earliest cannabis testing labs in the U.S. Its services are essential to the distribution chain, ensuring products meet safety and quality standards before reaching consumers.
Website: steephillok.com
Why These 10 Companies Stand Out
- Vertical operators (Curaleaf, GTI, Cresco, Trulieve, Verano) combine cultivation, production, and distribution for seamless operations.
- Infrastructure firms (IIP) fund the facilities that power distribution.
- Wholesale platforms (Nabis) connect brands to retail outlets.
- Ancillary providers (KushCo, Steep Hill) ensure compliance, packaging, and safety.
- Retail-driven distributors (Planet 13) create high-volume consumer channels.