Pros
Great product selection. Public perception is that this company is one of the better cannabis companies. Company moral is so slow you will make friends from trauma bonding/ hating your life.
Kontras
Anyone who has worked for The Artist Tree knows that the environment has steadily declined. Employees across both corporate and retail locations are underpaid, with the exception of a select few who are closely connected to upper management. These individuals are often compensated well despite lacking cannabis experience or qualifications. The company has a history of union-busting and multiple lawsuits, yet little has changed in how they operate. Complaints from employees are frequently met with retaliation, while individuals with serious allegations against them are often protected if they are favored by management. Leadership has also shown patterns of sexism, tending to be more lenient with male employees when mistakes are made. During crises, such as recent fires, employees in dangerous areas received no communication or guidance about their safety, including whether it was acceptable to close early. This disregard for employee well-being has contributed to widespread stress and, in some cases, the need for workers to take stress-related leave. Pay at The Artist Tree is among the lowest in the compliant cannabis industry, and opportunities for advancement are nearly nonexistent. Raises, when offered, are minimal—often between 30 cents to a dollar. Ultimately, the company’s prioritization of profit over people creates an unhealthy and unsustainable workplace culture.