GVWS Editorial Author

Ian Black

Managing Editor • Got Vape Wholesale

“The difference between a successful smoke shop and a failure isn't luck, it's knowledge. Arm yourself with as much as you can and watch as the competition disappears”

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About the Author

About Ian Black

Ian Black is the Managing Editor of the Got Vape Wholesale Resource Center, where he oversees educational content created to help smoke shops, vape shops, dispensaries, and convenience retailers make informed wholesale purchasing decisions.

Background

Professional Background

For more than two decades, the Got Vape Wholesale team has served independent retailers throughout the smoke shop industry. Ian's editorial work is built on that experience, translating product knowledge, category expertise, and wholesale best practices into practical resources that help retailers evaluate products, understand market trends, and build stronger inventory assortments.

Editorial Role

Editorial Responsibilities

Ian oversees the editorial planning, accuracy, and quality of the Got Vape Wholesale Resource Center. His responsibilities include developing buying guides, category resources, product comparisons, brand education, and retailer-focused content that prioritizes accuracy, transparency, and practical business value.

Editorial Approach

Editorial Philosophy

Ian believes wholesale education should help retailers make confident business decisions through accurate, well-researched information rather than promotional messaging. Every resource is created with the goal of providing practical guidance that supports long-term retailer success.

Recent Resources

Resources by Ian Black

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Texas THC Ban 2026 Survival Guide: What Retailers Must Remove from Shelves Immediately

Make navigating the Texas THC ban easy and follow along with Got Vape Wholesale as we breakdown what you need to know and what ...

Aug 03, 2026

Ian Black

About Ian Black

Professional Background

Editorial Responsibilities

Editorial Philosophy

Resources by Ian Black

Texas THC Ban 2026 Survival Guide: What Retailers Must Remove from Shelves Immediately

5 Reasons the Wulf Orbit 2.0 Concentrate Vaporizer Will Fly Off Your Shelves

Got Vape Wholesale vs. The Rest: Our Definitive Smoke Shop Supplier Advantage

The Wulf Mods Nest: An Affordable Alternative Glass For The Puffco Proxy Core

Who Is Dr. Dabber? The Smoke Shop Guide to Wholesale Dr. Dabber Vaporizers

The Lookah Seahorse Line: A Smoke Shop Guide to the Pro, Pro Plus, and Beyond

The Lookah Dragon Egg E-Rig: What Smoke Shops Need To Know

The Lookah Bear Cartridge Vaporizer: A Smoke Shop Buyer's Guide

Brand Spotlight: Lookah For Nectar Collectors, E-Rigs, and Cartridge Batteries

The Ultimate Wholesale 710 Day Buying Guide For Smoke Shops In 2026

Maximizing Attachment Rates: How to Train Staff to Sell Vaporizer Accessories

The Anatomy of a High-Margin Counter: Why Pre-rolls and "Grab-and-Go" Vapes Stand Up to Current Budget Constraints

Is The Wulf Growler One Of The Best Wholesale E-Rigs For Smoke Shops In 2026?

Best Wholesale E-Rigs For Smoke Shops In 2026

Sapphire & Zest: New Wholesale Puffco Peak And Pivot Colors For Smoke Shops In 2026

Best Selling Smoke Shop Products for Dispensaries in 2026

Best Wholesale 510 Batteries for Dispensaries in 2026

Best Selling Dry Herb Vaporizers for Smoke Shops in 2026 (Wholesale Buying Guide)

How to Choose the Best Wholesale Water Pipes for Dry Herbs (2026 Smoke Shop Guide)

High-Margin Vaporizers for Smoke Shops: Why the Wulf Budr and Faze Stand Out in 2026

Why Affordable Vaporizers Are Dominating Smoke Shop Sales in 2026

Top 10 Must-Stock Vape & Concentrate Products for 4/20 2026

Why Some Smoke Shops Succeed In The First Year

Puffco Proxy vs Proxy Core: Review & Is It Worth It?

Why Some Smoke Shops Fail In The First Year

Popular Vaporizers Your Smoke Shop Needs In Stock In March

Best B2B Trade Shows In 2026 For Smoke Shop Owners

Common Smoke Shop Business Mistakes To Avoid

How To Market The Puffco Peak Pro Link In Your Smoke Shop

Types Of Customers Who Shop At Smoke Shops and How To Market To Them

How To Buy Better Glassware For Your Smoke Shop

Why Smoke Shops Are Poised To Thrive Amidst The A.I. Apocalypse

Smoke Shop Glassware Evolves With Exxus Vape Affordable Quality

Top Ways To Grow Your Smoke Shop In The New Year

2026 Vaporizer Trends Your Smoke Shop Needs To Know

The Wulf Mods Atom And Tyde Dab Rigs Arrive With A Bang

Best Selling Smoke Shop Products To Stock For The New Year

How Can You Tell If an Online Store Sells Real THCA Flower?

How The Wulf Mods Grid And Exxus Stack Change The Cartridge Game

The Top 10 Vaporizers For Smoke Shops

The Winter New Releases Your Smoke Shop Must Have In Stock

How To Properly Display Nectar Collectors In Your Smoke Shop

How The Hemp Derived THC Ban Affects Your Smoke Shop

Key Insights To Bring Traffic Back To Your Brick And Mortar Smoke Shop This Holiday Season

Best Vaporizers To Stock This Black Friday For Customers On A Budget

Best Selling Concentrate Vaporizers For Smoke Shops

Hidden Hills THC-A Flower Changes The Game For Smoke Shops

The Psychology Of Black Friday Shoppers And Your Smoke Shop

The Top Dabbing Accessories Your Smoke Shop Needs

The Puffco New Proxy Portable Concentrate Vaporizer Hits Shelves

How To Raise Your Smoke Shop's Q4 Profits

The PAX Flow Dry Herb Vaporizer Comes To Market

New Puffco Peak Tops Arrive From Wulf Mods

What The Top Smoke Shop Google Searches Mean For Your Business

The Best Wholesale Bangers For Smoke Shops

How The US Senate Just Saved CBD In Your Smoke Shop

The Most Unique Vapes For Your Smoke Shop Pt. 2: Stealth Devices

Brand Spotlight: Elf Vapes For Concentrate, Cartridges, and Dry Herbs

The Power Of Box Set Displays In Your Smoke Shop

The Wulf Mods Pivot Top Display Arrives In Smoke Shops

The Best Bubblers To Stock In Your Smoke Shop

Hottest Summer Products & Sales Tips For Your Smoke Shop

Top 710 Day Marketing Tips For Your Smoke Shop

Resolving Customer Conflicts At Your Smoke Shop

The Best 710 Day Products For Your Smoke Shop

How To Build New Revenue Paths At Your Smoke Shop

The Texas THC Ban And Your Smoke Shop

The Most Unique Vapes For Your Smoke Shop

Breaking Down The Puffco Accessory Ecosystem

How To Stock A Proper Top Shelf At Your Smoke Shop

Top Vape Pens For Your Smoke Shop

Final Steps For A Successful 4/20 Sale

Navigating Global Tariffs With Your Smoke Shop

Best New Releases To Have In Stock This 4/20