Chris Casacchia is a reporter at MJBiz. With a strong background in finance, sports business, and the economy, he has also covered construction and real estate topics throughout his career. His work has been featured in MJBiz, dot.LA, Chicago Public Media, and the Chicago Sun-Times.
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Chris Casacchia's coverage predominantly focuses on the marijuana industry in the United States, with a strong emphasis on government announcements and legal policy regulation. Based on this focus, he would likely be interested in receiving pitches related to breaking news or expert commentary around changes in marijuana regulations, significant shifts within the cannabis market, or updates regarding major players within the industry.
Given Chris' focus on sales & marketing as well as business & industry themes within the cannabis sector, he may also be receptive to pitches that highlight innovative marketing strategies or emerging business trends impacting the marijuana industry.
It is important for those reaching out to Chris to provide fact-based insights into regulatory changes and market trends affecting the U.S. marijuana landscape.
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By: Chris Casacchia
More consumers are shifting away from alcohol, but the move has presented an opportunity for Chicago's craft beer industry.
By: Chris Casacchia
Gold prices hit a record this week and the new gold rush is electrifying the jewelry industry and commodity markets — creating an unprecedented era for Chicago retailers, consumers and traders.
By: Chris Casacchia
This year, gold is up 53.7%, and it's on track to have its best performance since 1979, when prices rose more than 100%.
By: Chris Casacchia
Since the team’s victory against the Green Bay Packers, player jerseys and other Bears merchandise have been the top sellers for Chicago retailers.
By: Chris Casacchia
The auction cements the spirit's top shelf position among alternative assets while highlighting the appeal of sellers and buyers flocking to Unicorn Auctions.
By: Chris Casacchia
Online ticket exchanges are predicting the game will set the benchmark for record prices for a wild card game, as several factors prop up the market.
By: Chris Casacchia
Venues with affiliations and partnerships with Big Ten schools fared even better, leveraging a deep roster of local alumni and other Midwest transplants.
By: Chris Casacchia
President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement has been affecting Chicago’s labor market, notably tradesmen like roofers, framers, concrete layers and landscapers.
By: Chris Casacchia
“As soon as we signed him we changed our thinking and moved our ticket sales targets up because we anticipated him bringing in more interest,” Sox chief revenue and marketing officer Brooks Boyer said.
By: Chris Casacchia
The two-time WNBA All-Star, who was traded to the Dream, purchased the home for $1.28 million in 2025.
