Author name: Degelis Pilla, CFA

Degelis (“Dege,” pronounced “Dayj”) launched TribeTokes in 2017 after identifying a specific problem in the cannabis vaping market: most products were made with cutting agents and additives that had no place in a wellness brand. She built TribeTokes from zero into a multi-million dollar DTC brand with over 100,000 customers, a full cannabinoid product catalog, and a loyal wholesale retail network. Inc. ranked TribeTokes No. 2,888 on its 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, and named Degelis to its Female Founders 250 in 2024. Degelis is an active member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and a regular voice in both the cannabis and women-in-business spaces. She is a CFA charterholder (Chartered Financial Analyst), and holds her undergraduate business degree from the University of Virginia.

Side-by-side comparison of THCa hemp flower and THC cannabis, illustrating the difference between the two cannabinoids

THCa vs THC: What’s the Difference? Side-by-Side Effects Comparison

THCa and THC share a name root and a biosynthetic relationship, but they are not the same compound. The short version: heat turns THCa into THC, which is why smoked or vaped THCa gets you high. Unheated, they are different molecules. Different receptor mechanisms. Different legal statuses. Different research profiles. This guide breaks down exactly

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Effects, Duration & What to Expect (2026) The honest, science-backed guide, so you know exactly what you’re getting into before you take that first hit. You’ve seen the words “sativa” and “indica” on every cart menu since approximately forever. But what does sativa actually feel like when it’s a vape cart, and is that feeling

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Sativa Gummies vs Indica Gummies: Effects Comparison & Which to Choose (2026)

The science-backed breakdown of what’s actually different, what the labels really mean, and how to stop guessing and start choosing correctly. ⚡ Quick Answer Sativa gummies are formulated for uplifting, energizing, focused effects, best for daytime use, creative projects, social situations, and staying functional. Indica gummies are formulated for relaxation, body calm, and sleep, best

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THCV vs THC: The Cannabinoid That Does the Opposite of What You'd Expect

THCV vs THC: The Cannabinoid That Does the Opposite of What You’d Expect

Here’s a conversation I had last week that happens more often than you’d think. A customer came in looking slightly baffled. “I tried that Durban Poison strain you mentioned,” she said, “and something weird happened. I thought cannabis was supposed to make you hungry? I haven’t had any cravings at all. And I feel… really

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