Javier Hasse

Javier Hasse is a seasoned reporter with over a decade of experience focusing on cannabis, hemp, CBD and psychedelics. Writing for Forbes since 2019, he currently serves as head of content at Benzinga and CEO of the Spanish-language news site El Planteo, which he co-founded. His work has appeared in major outlets like CNN, Rolling Stone, MarketWatch, Playboy, Chicago Tribune, CNBC, Yahoo Finance and Entrepreneur Magazine. His first book, "Start Your Own Cannabis Business," was a #1 bestseller on Amazon, and his latest book, "A Guide to Medical Cannabis: Your Roadmap to Understanding and Using Cannabis and CBD for Health," was released in November 2024 via Hachette Publishing's Sheldon Press. Named among the High Times 100 most influential people in cannabis, Javier has also appeared on several other prestigious lists and has earned numerous awards for his impactful reporting. He is a member of the Rolling Stone Culture Council and a Billboard-charting rapper. Follow Javier for continued coverage of cannabis, CBD, psychedelics and wellness trends globally.