The CRAFT Academy

CRAFT Academy is your go-to online learning platform for Texas hemp professionals. Our structured Learning Management System (LMS) offers:

Interactive Courses: Engaging modules with required readings and quizzes.
Built-in SOPs: Standard Operating Procedures integrated into the learning process.
Digital Downloads: Access to essential resources and materials.
Certification: Earn certificates upon course completion to validate your compliance and expertise.

Whether you're a retailer, manufacturer, staff member, or entrepreneur, CRAFT Academy provides the tools and knowledge to help you stay compliant, confident, and competitive in the evolving hemp industry.

Join CRAFT Academy today and lead the way in setting industry standards.

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Discover expert-led courses tailored to help you master Texas hemp retail compliance, operations, and product knowledge. Our comprehensive programs are designed for those looking to excel in the hemp industry with insights and guidance. Join us to enhance your skills and ensure your business meets all regulatory standards effectively. Start your journey towards expertise today!

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CRAFT Is Just Getting Started—Join the Movement

The foundation is in place. CRAFT has already developed a full suite of industry-specific courses and written the standard operating procedures (SOPs) Texas hemp retailers need to stay compliant, train staff, and run their businesses with confidence.

Now, we’re bringing these resources to life—launching a platform that unites responsible operators, sets the bar for industry excellence, and drives legislative advocacy from a position of strength.

This is your opportunity to get in early. As a founding member, you’ll not only gain immediate access to proven tools—you’ll help shape the future of hemp retail across the state.

CRAFT is ready. Let’s build this industry—together.

Online Training Courses

Our self-paced, expert-led courses cover everything you need to know to operate legally and responsibly in Texas. From licensing and labeling to SOPs and COA interpretation, we’ve got you covered.

CRAFT Certification

Show customers and regulators you take compliance seriously. CRAFT certification demonstrates that you’ve completed industry-recognized training and understand how to run a legal, ethical hemp business.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

We provide pre-written, customizable SOP templates tailored to Texas law to help your business stay inspection-ready and efficient from day one.

Customized Training Solutions

Need something more specific? We work with businesses one-on-one to develop custom compliance training for your team, aligned with your unique operations and product lines.

Advocacy & Industry Leadership

We stay involved at the policy level to protect the future of hemp in Texas. Through education, certification, and community organizing, we help set the standard for what ethical, responsible hemp business looks like.

Texas Hemp Industry Updates

Stay on top of policy shifts, enforcement actions, and regulatory changes that impact your business. Our updates are written by industry leaders, lobbyists, and compliance experts who are actively shaping the future of hemp in Texas.
→ Delivered via blog, member newsletter, and special alerts.

CRAFT Community Forum

Connect with other hemp professionals through our discussion boards and topic threads. Share knowledge, ask questions, and learn from a growing network of retailers, manufacturers, and advocates.
→ Accessible to members with active accounts.

CRAFT Collective: Member Network & Directory (coming soon)

A searchable, public-facing directory of CRAFT-certified businesses, so customers and B2B partners can find and support trusted, compliant companies in the Texas hemp space.

Live Q&As + Webinars (included in premium memberships)

Join live discussions with attorneys, policymakers, and industry pros. Ask questions in real-time and hear updates directly from the source. Topics include licensing, legal cannabinoids, enforcement trends, retail success strategies, and more.

Compliance Resource Library

Access ready-to-use templates, checklists, SOPs, and regulatory documents to support your operations. Perfect for internal audits, inspections, or onboarding new staff.