Kim Prince of Proven Media Named a Woman to Watch by Marijuana Venture Magazine

Kim Prince, founder and CEO of Proven Media, a premier public relations agency specializing in the cannabis industry, has been honored as a Woman to Watch by Marijuana Venture Magazine in its Fall 2024 issue. This accolade highlights her influential role in shaping the cannabis industry’s communications landscape and her unwavering commitment to innovation and advocacy.

Prince was previously named a Most Influential Woman of Cannabis by AZ Big Media and a Notable Leader by Green Market Report. In 2014, she established Proven Media with a mission to support cannabis companies and the ancillary businesses that bolster license holders. Under her leadership, the agency has grown into a national powerhouse with a dedicated team serving clients across the United States.

Proven Media’s recent accolades include being named the Public Relations Agency of Record for both MJ Unpacked, a highly curated expo for operators and brands, and the Arizona Dispensaries Association. The firm was also previously recognized as one of the Top Five Most Powerful Cannabis PR Firms by the Observer and as a Top PR Firm by the Business Journal. Additionally, Proven Media is a finalist for the 2025 PR Firm of the Year award by Arizona Foothills Magazine.

Beyond building one of the cannabis industry’s leading PR agencies, Prince has spearheaded initiatives like the popular Meet the Cannabis Press event series. These events bridge the gap between cannabis businesses and top journalists, educating participants on how to craft impactful news that resonates with media outlets.

“It’s an honor to be named a Woman to Watch by Marijuana Venture Magazine,” said Prince. “This recognition reflects the talented team at Proven Media and the clients who trust us to tell their stories. I’m proud to be part of an industry that continues to grow, innovate, and challenge the status quo.”

As a trailblazer in cannabis communications, Prince and Proven Media remain at the forefront of the evolving industry, empowering businesses to succeed through strategic and impactful storytelling.