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Island Girl INSIDER: Brand Ambassador’s Cannabis & Music Journey
by The Source Team | September 29, 2025
No one knows the scoop on Island Girl quite like us. Rochelle Bradshaw, lead singer of the local Reggae band Hypnotion, has been a popular figure throughout the Northwest Arkansas community for many years. A longtime employee of The Source cannabis dispensary, Rochelle (or Chelle as she’s better known at work), started her journey as a budtender in 2021 as a side gig to her music career. Just like The Source outgrew its original small building in Bentonville, Rochelle outgrew her role as a budtender, evolving into our cannabis brand ambassador by blending her two passions – music and cannabis.
But let us tell you how it all started… It was over a year ago when Rochelle and The Source’s CEO, Amanda Strickland, sat down together to conceptualize a new role at The Source: Brand Ambassador. The role was intended to act as a link between our company’s operations and the Northwest Arkansas community that we serve. With her deep roots in the local music scene and years of budtending experience, Rochelle was the perfect candidate to bridge that gap and represent The Source’s values authentically in the community. Little did we know that this role would evolve into something far more creative – leading to signature gummy recipes in The Source Apothecary (TSA) lineup, a debut album, and a completely new approach to cannabis brand partnerships. Rochelle locked into her new role as The Source brand ambassador, and began creating her first signature gummy recipe, one that encapsulated her Jamaican heritage of feeling irie and the therapeutic benefits of medical cannabis. Thus, “Island Time” gummies were born, featuring the tropical flavors of Jamaican fruit like banana, pineapple, mango, coconut, and guava. Not only are these gummies delicious, but Rochelle made sure to keep your whole-health in mind, enriching our signature THC-pure recipe with minor cannabinoids also found in the cannabis plant, CBD and CBG. With the addition of these two cannabinoids, Rochelle created an incomparable gummy in taste and in experience, and set our house brand, The Source Apothecary, on fire! “Island Time” gummies were such a hit with the Northwest Arkansas cannabis community that we captured its island flavors and vibes and made it into a vape cart too. Word spread throughout the medical cannabis scene and we soon took our gummies across the state, landing in towns all over the state of Arkansas, and extending our reach in helping people in their wellness journeys. With the creation of “Island Time,” Rochelle was inspired to write ‘Island Girl,’ a song that would one day become the title track of her debut solo album, but we’ll get to that in a minute. The success of “Island Time” unlocked something creative in Rochelle. Lo (Tide) and behold, song after song began pouring out of Rochelle, all with themes of empowerment, compassion, and the love of weed. This creative wave soon took her down to her homeland of Jamaica in November of 2024, where she got to work in the recording studio. While in Jamaica, Rochelle found inspiration for her next gummy flavors. “Hi Tide” became the next staple in the TSA lineup, launching in the beginning of 2025. Inspired by the Jamaican holiday drink sorrel, “Hi Tide” gummies are made by cold steeping hibiscus flower for 14 hours and adding ginger (for its digestive benefits) and Jamaican allspice for a little kick. To combat the laidback vibe of her “Island Time” gummies, Rochelle chose to add a blend of stimulating cannabinoids, CBG and THCV, that help with lack of focus and low energy levels. To round out her gummy collection, Rochelle created her third and final formula: Lo Tide, a banana rum gummy with a salty sweet coating. The perfect nightcap, Rochelle enriched this dessert-like treat with the cannabinoids CBC, CBD, and CBN for ultimate relaxation. This gummy is seriously a must-have for dealing with sleep issues. And it’s tasty. Coinciding with the release of Lo Tide and The Source’s 6 year anniversary, Rochelle released her debut solo album “Island Girl” in August 2025, featuring the title track ‘Island Girl.’ Rochelle and her band Hypnotion have put on one badass concert after another, getting us in the groove and on island time – from George’s Majestic in Fayetteville to the Railyard Live in downtown Rogers. With her collection of island-inspired gummies and her solo reggae album, Chelle is the ultimate Island Girl without a doubt. And with the release of her album, we’ve come full circle. “Island Girl” is an evergreen reminder of the creativity that we pour into every single thing that we do at The Source. Thanks to Rochelle, we realized that we could offer you creative formulas that embody a mood while keeping your whole-health in mind. So thank you, Rochelle, for representing us through your artistry. We hope you love the album as much as we do. Be sure to download and listen to it (Crucial High is a vibe!). Don’t forget to pair your jam session with one of Rochelle’s signature TSA products – you can trust us when we say, you’ll be feeling irie in no time. About The Source Cannabis Dispensary and Apothecary in Northwest Arkansas From Brand Ambassador to Cannabis Creator
The Island Time Success Story
When Cannabis Meets Creativity: How Island Time Became Island Girl
Jamaica Inspiration: Hi Tide & Lo Tide Development
Island Girl Album Release
5 Things We Love About BOLD Team: Arkansas’ Premier Cannabis Cultivator
At The Source dispensary, we’re passionate about partnering with exceptional cannabis cultivators who share our commitment to quality and community. Today, we’re excited to share an inside look at BOLD Team, one of Arkansas’s most respected cannabis companies and a key partner in bringing you premium products.
As someone who has visited their facility multiple times and worked closely with their team, I want to share five remarkable things that make BOLD stand out in Arkansas’ medical marijuana landscape.
1. Proudly 100% Arkansas-Owned Cannabis Company
BOLD Team represents the best of Arkansas entrepreneurship in the cannabis industry. This locally-owned operation is founded and operated by genuine Arkansas natives who are deeply connected to their community. The owners are humble, hardworking individuals who embody true Arkansas values – from their passion for Razorbacks sports to their hands-on approach where no job is too small.
When you purchase BOLD products at The Source, you're supporting a truly Arkansas-grown cannabis business that keeps jobs and revenue in our state.
2. Revitalizing Cotton Plant, Arkansas Through Cannabis Jobs
Located in the remote Delta town of Cotton Plant – birthplace of gospel and rock pioneer Sister Rosetta Tharpe – this town has a powerful history. Over the years, jobs became scarce and the economic landscape of the area darkened. Founded in 2019, BOLD Team has become an economic beacon for this rural Arkansas community and has served as the area’s largest employer for six years, providing stable employment for over 100 local residents who are proud to be employed by BOLD.
In a region where economic opportunities had become scarce, BOLD's cannabis cultivation facility has brought new life to Cotton Plant, demonstrating how Arkansas' medical marijuana program creates meaningful employment in rural communities.
3. Industry-Leading Leadership with Annie Iselin
At the helm of BOLD's operations is Annie Iselin, a cannabis industry pioneer who has been instrumental in the company's success since 2015. Iselin originally contributed to BOLD's Arkansas medical marijuana license application as a writer before relocating from Denver, Colorado to serve as Senior Director of Operations.
Her expertise and leadership have been crucial in establishing BOLD as one of Arkansas' premier cannabis cultivators, earning respect throughout the state's medical marijuana community.
4. Expert Cannabis Extraction with James Moss
BOLD's laboratory operations are led by James Moss, a self-taught cannabis extraction expert whose team produces 100% of the THC distillate used in The Source Apothecary (TSA) products. Working alongside team members Kelisha and Lindsay, Moss ensures that every BOLD extract meets the highest quality standards. This in-house distillate production allows us to offer our customers consistently potent and pure cannabis concentrates and edibles.
5. Sun-Grown Cannabis Flower Cultivated with Care
Under the direction of Grayson Faught, BOLD’s cultivation team produces exceptional sun-grown cannabis flower. Faught, a passionate, boot-wearing, local horticulturist brings hands-on expertise to every aspect of the growing process, ensuring each harvest meets BOLD exacting standards.
For me, it’s important to know the inner-workings of the companies from whom we purchase products. Seeing BOLD’s approach to cultivating firsthand, I am confident in their products quality and happy to put them on The Source’s shelves, and therefore, in your stashes.
Popular BOLD Cannabis Products at The Source
At The Source dispensary (and apothecary), we are proud to offer an extensive selection of BOLD cannabis products, including:
BOLD Cannabis Flower Strains
BOLD Team offers a variety of dynamite sativa strains including legends like Blue Dream, Durban Poison, Golden Goat (a personal favorite for its creative and energizing effects), and Super Lemon Haze.
BOLD Live Resin Vape Cartridges
BOLD’s full-spectrum extractions using fresh frozen flower preserves the natural terpenes of the cannabis for a more authentic experience. Recent popular live resin vape blends by BOLD include:
Polar Stack: Mellow daytime hybrid created from a cross of Polar Pop and Double Stack.
S’more Glue: Soothing evening option born from crossing S’mores with GG #4.
Double Grande: Potent balanced blend with calm, mood enhancing effects from its parents, Double Stack and Sumo Grande.
TSA Gummies Featuring BOLD Distillate
Our house brand, The Source Apothecary, features BOLD’s high-quality THC distillate in our gummy collection. Enjoy a whole-health experience with delicious flavors like:
Strawberry Fields Forever: Sweet strawberries meet tart lemons in this pucker perfect pure-THC gummy ideal for any time of day.
Blueberry Pancakes: Breakfast-inspired treat infused with CBG for a focused morning.
Hi Tide & Lo Tide: Rich in unique cannabinoids like CBG and THCV for targeted daytime energy and focus (Hi Tide) and CBC, CBD, and CBN for nighttime relaxation (Lo Tide).
Why Choose BOLD Cannabis Products?
When you visit The Source dispensary, ask your budtender for their favorite BOLD product - they have the deepest knowledge of what’s trending, and can guide you to the perfect BOLD cannabis product for your needs.
BOLD Team represents everything we value at The Source: Arkansas pride, community commitment, expert cultivation, and consistent quality. Their dedication to excellence ensures that every product bearing the BOLD name meets the high standards our customers expect.
Ready to experience BOLD cannabis products for yourself? Visit The Source dispensary in Rogers, Arkansas, or browse our online menu to see our current selection of BOLD flower, vape cartridges, edibles, and more!
About The Source Cannabis Dispensary and Apothecary in Northwest Arkansas
The Source Dispensary and Apothecary is a craft medical marijuana company located in Rogers, Arkansas, just off Exit 85 on Interstate 49. With its own boutique grow, lab, and kitchen, The Source produces and distributes its own unique products, while also stocking all of the highest quality products produced by the great cultivators of Arkansas. We value friendliness, education, quality, & inclusivity. The Source is a destination dispensary - all Arkansas MMJ cardholders welcome!
The Source Team
September 25, 2025
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