SC Labs AZ

03/19/2026

The AZ lab is here for this Erika Menesini appreciation post. 🌵 An MBA, years in cannabis testing, and somehow also a thriving backyard wildlife situation with loyal herons. She's the real deal. Happy Women's History Month! 💚

Some people fall into their career. Erika Menesini built hers—deliberately, and from a lot of different directions.

She's been an Account Executive at SC Labs for 3.5 years and in cannabis lab testing since 2018. Before that: government affairs, law enforcement, an MBA, and a stretch of time that included over 80 college units in a single year while raising kids and working nights as an emergency dispatcher.

These days, Erika's definition of success is calm. Contentment. A good balance between work, family, and the things she loves—including a backyard wildlife sanctuary complete with beehives, native gardens, and three pairs of great herons who keep coming back. (She is very invested in the baby herons. We respect it.)

Happy Women's History Month, Erika. 🌿

03/12/2026

Proud to be part of the SC Labs team and to work alongside leaders like Shenequia. Her experience and leadership help support labs like ours every day.

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Today we’re celebrating Shenequia Cotton, VP of Finance at SC Labs.

With more than 30 years of experience in accounting, Shenequia brings deep expertise and steady leadership to our team. Over the past three years at SC Labs, she’s helped support the financial foundation that keeps our labs, teams, and operations moving forward.

Before joining SC Labs, Shenequia worked as a Controller in the manufacturing industry. While the cannabis testing space was new to her, she embraced the opportunity to learn something new and expand her skillset.

What she enjoys most about her role? The people. She credits the SC Labs team’s willingness to go the extra mile as a key part of the company’s success.

Her advice for those starting their careers: Stay open to change, keep learning, and never be afraid to take on more.

Outside of work, Shenequia enjoys tackling jigsaw puzzles and has a lifelong love of music and singing, inspired by her musical family.

We’re grateful for the leadership and experience she brings to SC Labs every day.

03/06/2026

This Women’s History Month, we’re proud to spotlight Sam (Samantha) Schumann, the Lab Director of our Denver laboratory and a leader who has helped shape our team for the past eight years.

Sam’s role blends leadership, mentorship, and hands-on science. Her mornings begin in the lab checking that instruments ran smoothly overnight before connecting with team members to see where support might be needed. Despite leading the lab, Sam still enjoys jumping in on the bench—whether that’s weighing samples, reviewing data, or helping solve a tricky instrumentation issue.

Before joining SC Labs, Sam worked as a chemist in the pharmaceutical industry. She was drawn to the company because it offered a place to expand her analytical expertise while being part of a team that prioritizes quality and data integrity.

Today, one of the most fulfilling aspects of her job is mentoring newer scientists. With a natural mechanical mindset, Sam enjoys walking teammates through troubleshooting challenges and helping them build confidence with complex lab systems.

Outside the lab, Sam loves traveling and experiencing new cultures around the world. But for her, success ultimately comes down to something simple: achieving personal goals and maintaining a healthy, stable home life with her family.

We’re incredibly grateful for Sam’s leadership, knowledge, and dedication to science.

03/03/2026

Natural Products Expo West, here we come 🌿

The SC Labs team will be walking the floor in Anaheim, connecting with innovative beverage, supplement, and wellness brands shaping the future of natural products.

We’ve built our reputation in regulated product testing—and we’re now bringing that expertise in safety, potency, and compliance into the wider wellness industry. Same rigor. Same data integrity. New conversations.

Bringing a new functional drink or wellness product to market? Let’s talk—before small issues become big ones.

If you’ll be at Natural Products Expo, send us a DM and let’s set up time to meet 🤝

02/24/2026

Right now, Women in H**p is meeting with policymakers in Washington, DC to advocate for sensible federal regulation of h**p beverages. The focus: 21+ access, consumer safety, labeling clarity, and practical oversight as a responsible alternative to outright prohibition.

SC Labs’ Vanessa Snyder is in DC as part of the delegation, supporting constructive, science-informed dialogue around the industry’s path forward.

We’ll share updates as things continue to take shape.

02/05/2026

A milestone for h**p beverages—and a reminder that greater visibility brings greater scrutiny.

Chicago’s United Center is set to sell h**p-derived THC drinks at live events, signaling how quickly this category is going mainstream. With potential federal changes looming, brands and venues need to stay ahead on formulation, labeling, and defensible testing to reduce risk and protect consumer trust.

At SC Labs, we encourage brands to test beyond the bare minimum…not as a checkbox, but as a way to build long-term credibility for the category.

https://hubs.ly/Q041RCgN0

02/02/2026

Terpene preservation isn’t just a catch phrase. It’s the future of craft cannabis. 🌿

Without proper cold-chain storage and terpene preservation, premium flower loses flavor, aroma, and effect long before it reaches the consumer. Cannabis Industry Journal dives into the latest industry insights — including our co-founder Alec Dixon’s perspective on why terpenes matter more than ever.

Read: https://hubs.ly/Q041n_Pp0

01/05/2026

What does it take to build a trusted lab while an entire industry is taking shape?

Alec Dixon, Co-Founder of SC Labs, joins the James Loud Podcast to reflect on the lessons learned, the evolution of cannabis testing, and why transparency still matters.

Watch now: https://hubs.ly/Q03Zy3JW0

About the podcast: James Loud, a renowned breeder, author, and advocate, explores cannabis genetics and breeding with diverse guests from the cannabis industry and beyond. 2024 Podcast of the Year winner at the International Cannabis Awards.

12/31/2025

Wishing you growth and resilience in the new year.

Here’s to building something meaningful in 2026!

12/25/2025

Honestly, those trees are vibing harder than the reindeer at midnight.

Here’s to cozy nights, bright lights, and holidays that hit just right.

Friendly reminder: Our labs will be closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day (Dec 25-26). Happy Holidays!

11/27/2025

Consider it highly effective conflict resolution…holiday style.

Happy Thanksgiving from SC Labs! We hope your day is filled with good food, good laughs, and good company.

Friendly reminder: Our labs will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and operating with reduced staff on Black Friday. Have a safe and elevated holiday! 🌿🍂

10/31/2025

🎃👻 Hopefully the ghosts aren’t the only ones in high spirits this Halloween!

Whether you’re out haunting the town or keeping it cozy, may your night be filled with good energy and great friends.

Got a killer costume or spooky setup? Drop it in the comments! 🕸️