STM Canna is leasing more than 2,600 square feet in downtown Tampa with plans to create 20 new jobs
Tampa, Fla. (January 14, 2025) – STM Canna, the leading manufacturer of advanced cannabis processing machinery based in Spokane Valley, Wash., has announced an expansion to Tampa with plans to create 20 new jobs over the next three years. The company has leased 2,676 square feet at the Bank of America Plaza in downtown Tampa for a regional headquarters that will accommodate a showroom and administrative offices.
“We were looking to set up a regional headquarters on the East Coast to serve our growing customer base, and we fell in love with the Tampa area,” said Jason Dueweke, CEO of STM Canna. “Bringing in our East Coast customers to Tampa to see our new showroom is going to be a game changer for us. This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter for us, and we are thrilled to be a part of this growing and thriving community.”
Founded in 2017, STM Canna has revolutionized the cannabis industry with its pre-roll automation solutions that have streamlined the production process for cannabis cultivators and processors. The company continues to expand its market presence and serve clients across the United States as well as internationally.
The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council supported STM Canna with its expansion by providing labor market data, making connections to local business resources and a commercial real estate advisor, and assisting with workforce training grants and recruitment services.
“The Tampa area continues to attract companies from across the country as our reputation as a top place for business and talent continues to grow,” said Ron Christaldi, chair of the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council and Shumaker Partner/President and CEO of Shumaker Advisors Florida. “We’re excited to have STM Canna expand to Tampa and increase its workforce in our vibrant community.”
About STM Canna
STM Canna has helped over 1,000+ leading cannabis companies worldwide, from small operations to the largest cannabis companies in the world, scale production, improve efficiencies & reduce costs with our tried-and-true methods and systems. For more information, visit www.stmcanna.com.
About Tampa Bay Economic Development Council
The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council is the lead designated economic development agency for Hillsborough County and the cities of Tampa, Plant City and Temple Terrace. Established in 2009 as a partnership between the public sector and private corporate investors, the EDC works to advance a diversified local economy that is beneficial to all by attracting, expanding and retaining quality employers, a talented workforce and investment, focusing within targeted industry sectors, including Corporate Headquarters, Financial and Professional Services, Information Technology, Life Sciences, Defense and Security, Distribution and Logistics, and Manufacturing. The EDC exists because of the generous support of more than 100 corporations, Hillsborough County, and the cities of Tampa, Plant City and Temple Terrace. For more information, visit www.tampabayedc.com.
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