Welcome to Tenax Strategies

Tenacity is exactly what you want in a business consulting and government affairs firm. Get in touch with us today for a driven, dedicated plan that will support you in establishing a fully-compliant business — no matter how heavily regulated your municipality is. 


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We don't just grab the bull by the horns.

We are the bull.

Tenax started because business owners in the greater Boston area needed a consulting and government affairs firm that was tenacious, steadfast, and persistent. 


Those bullhorns on our logo? They’re not just an artistic choice. 


They encompass exactly who we are:


The bull in the proverbial china shop of opaque regulatory frameworks standing in your way to business success.


Our business leaders have decades of experience interfacing with various government officials and agencies, educating them on how to craft their ordinances. We're able to consistently drive forward policy that's favorable to our clients' business goals.


We've been at the forefront of successful government relations and public policy strategies since our founding. Our team has worked with Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, labor and trade organizations, corporations, and more — impacting the bills and laws that you see today.

Our Core Values

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Integrity

Do the right thing. Always.

Tenacity

If you come to a wall, go over it, through it, or around it.

Accountability

Own the work. Deliver the result.

No other firm has been working on public policy and local representation of cannabis businesses in Massachusetts longer than Tenax Strategies.


With decades of experience, we have an unparalleled understanding of the regulatory and legislative process, and continue to expand our reach to help businesses across the US.

We seek to drive a return on investment for every dollar our clients invest in us while fully supporting their vision and goals. From licensing, site selection,

construction, systems, operations, and more — there's no substitute for experience when it comes to establishing and growing a compliant businesses for long-term success.


  • 2012

    Built and organized the Coalition for Responsible Patient Care, setting Massachusetts on the path forward to full legalization and adult-use retail.

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  • 2013

    Began working as medical marijuana consultants, advocating at the local level before municipalities that were

    suddenly faced with regulating and permitting facilities in an 

    unfamiliar industry.

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  • 2014

    We were instrumental in the

    passage of another landmark step in the legalization process:

    decriminalizing marijuana for licensed independent testing labs. 

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  • 2016

    Another ballot question arrived before Massachusetts voters to fully legalize cannabis and create an adult-use industry. We were  hired to represent the Yes on 4 campaign on behalf of the national non-profit Marijuana Policy Project.

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  • 2017

    The output of our efforts on the Yes on 4 Campaign resulted in Chapter 55 of the Massachusetts General Laws Act of 2017.

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We don’t just tackle the various challenges facing our clients.

 We embrace them.

Our expertise and combined industry knowledge is like a set of bull horns, charging through the red tape that stands in your way to business success.

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Your vision.

First step — we do a deep dive into your business goals. Doing a deep dive helps us understand how to accomplish your goals and align them with your vision and what your locality will allow.

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Property search and site selection.

We find the best place to locate your business for long-term growth that's compliant with zoning and designed by the right team of licensed professionals.

03

Government communication.

Local, state, and federal — we educate our clients on the best way to communicate with various government representatives to ensure that your message is consistent and well-received.

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Community engagement.

We present your goals and vision to the local community and demonstrate how your company will become an integral part of the economy and positively impact the lives of residents.

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End-to-end project management.

We provide you with the guidance, expertise, and resources needed throughout the entire project lifecycle.

06

Campaign management and execution.

Confidently create strategic, winning campaigns that encompass your core message and meet your objectives within the regulatory framework, ensuring success along the entire project timeline.

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Advocate recruitment.

We assemble a team of dedicated supporters for your organization at the grassroots level and beyond, giving you a chorus of voices ready to champion your vision and impact legislative and regulatory decisions.

Driven, dedicated, and determined isn’t just a tagline.


It’s our way of life. 

No matter how complex or unclear the path forward is for your organization, Tenax is here to clear the way, navigate, and maximize your return-on-investment.


We love to compete and thrive in the complex business and regulatory environment.


We'll compete and win for your organization.


Period.

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“When you're in this industry, the most important thing you need to have is people who know how to get solutions quicker. Who can find ways around the obstacles out there and work in partnership with you. To get a win."

Chad Wise

Battle Green Holdings

If you’re ready for a tenacious business consulting partner who supports your vision no matter the obstacles, let’s talk. 

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