#417: How RollPros Engineered the Future of Pre-Rolls: A Conversation with Kyle Loucks

About this episode

Kyle Loucks discusses how RollPros is revolutionizing the cannabis pre-roll industry through innovation and design thinking.

Kyle Loucks, Founder & CEO of RollPros, returns to the podcast to share how his company has revolutionized the cannabis pre-roll industry. With over 120 million joints rolled and a commitment to preserving flower quality, RollPros has taken automation to a new level—starting with quality, not scale. In this episode, Kyle shares the story behind the Blackbird and new XXL product lines, how traditional pre-roll machines often fail to preserve the integrity of cannabis, and why design thinking from the consumer perspective is the key to innovation. We also explore the company's new packaging and design services, its vision for empowering craft operators, and where Kyle sees the next wave of disruption in cannabis tech. Whether you're a cannabis operator, entrepreneur, or tech enthusiast, this episode offers deep insights into engineering excellence, product innovation, and scalable quality in a rapidly evolving space. 🔗 Learn more at: https://www.rollpros.com 📲 Follow Kyle Loucks on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleloucks =================== About Cannabinoid Connect Thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and captivating stories shaping the future of this…

People in this episode

Host: Kevin Carrillo

Guest: Kyle Loucks

Topics covered

• cannabis industry
• pre-roll innovation
• automation
• design thinking
• craft operators
• cannabis tech

Keywords

• cannabis
• pre-rolls
• automation
• innovation
• craft operators
• packaging
• design services

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: RollPros, Cannabinoid Connect

Products: Blackbird, XXL product lines

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