The Dime Chris Ball: Betting It All — What It Really Takes to Build a Brand With Your Name on It: Pain, Patience, and Relentless Faith
Building something that lasts takes more than money — it takes self-belief, grit, and the willingness to keep pushing forward when easier options present themselves.
Putting your name on it only adds to the weight — and the responsibility — to make it work.
As with anything worth doing, there are difficult moments along the journey that demand a leap of faith.
If you want to be different, you have to be willing to swim against the current — to stand out long enough for customers to find their fit.
Daniel LaRusso was that choice for Chris Ball. A nod to his movie-buff personality, the name sent a subtle but direct message to his audience about grit, discipline, and staying true to the craft.
These decisions are easy to reflect on now, but the journey was anything but simple.
This week we sit down with Chris Ball, Founder of Ball Family Farms, to discuss:
- The journey from origin to now — and the critical decisions that shaped it
- How he’s constantly tinkering forward to stay ahead
- The Rare Breed mentorship program and its impact on the next generation of growers
Summary
In this episode, Chris Ball, CEO of Ball Family Farms, shares his journey from the legacy cannabis market to establishing a successful legal cannabis business. He discusses the importance of family in building his brand, the challenges of navigating the cannabis industry, and the significance of quality over quantity in product development. Chris also highlights the role of mentorship through his Rare Breed program, which aims to nurture new talent in the cannabis space. He emphasizes the need for innovation while maintaining a connection to the community and culture of cannabis. The conversation concludes with insights into the realities of being a CEO in the cannabis industry and the importance of resilience and adaptability.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Chris Ball and His Journey
03:05 The Birth of Ball Family Farms
05:58 Building the Family Business
09:01 Branding and Marketing Strategies
11:55 The Power of Unique Strain Names
15:12 Recognizing Success and Growth
17:53 Expanding the Strain Lineup
21:00 Navigating Challenges and Decisions
24:00 Trusting the Process and Team
26:48 Collaboration with Hood Baby
28:09 Lessons from the COVID Crash
29:37 Building a Stronger Team
31:34 Recognizing Talent in the Industry
33:52 The Importance of Mentorship
37:31 Balancing Innovation and Tradition
46:32 The Rare Breed Program: Nurturing New Talent
Guest Links
- https://www.instagram.com/chrisball45/?hl=en
- https://x.com/BallFamilyFrms
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/ball-family-farms/
- https://www.ballfamilyfarms.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/ballfamilyfarms
Our Links
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