Simplified Cannabis 401k Retirement Plan

Designed with the cannabis employer in mind, our Wür(k) Retirement Plan is a compliant, easy, and scalable solution that leverages the same design flexibility you’re used to. The result? Better outcomes for your employees.

Chosen by the Industry's Largest Multi-State Operators

State-Mandated Retirement Services

A recent Federal Reserve survey uncovered that 1 in 4 working adults have no retirement savings. To help address this growing concern, states across the U.S. are enacting laws requiring businesses to provide employee retirement plans. Currently, 18 states have passed legislation, with more than 30 others actively considering it.

For cannabis businesses, providing this essential benefit has traditionally been inaccessible. But not anymore.

The Wür(k) Retirement Plan is a revolutionary retirement solution designed specifically for the cannabis industry. Available to employers, this plan makes it easy to provide benefits, saves your company money, and helps your employees save for retirement!

 

Affordable Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

Retirement benefits aren't just reserved for large businesses. Small businesses with fewer than 100 employees may benefit from a Multiple Employer Plan. A Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) is a type of pooled employer plan that brings together many employers with a common connection, like industry or geographic location, to share a plan. Our Wür(k) Retirement Plan is a MEP designed for cannabis business owners to offer retirement plans by sharing the cost and administrative burden with others, making it more affordable and easier to manage.

By leveraging pooled resources, you gain access to institutional pricing, securing lower costs typically reserved for large organizations. Free up your valuable time with expanded administrative outsourcing and dramatically reduce liability through comprehensive fiduciary support.

More savings, less risk, and fewer headaches. Learn about the differences between a traditional 401(k) and a MEP by reading our comparison sheet.

Employee Benefits That Attract & Retain Talent

As the industry continues to mature, so does the need for comprehensive and tailored retirement solutions. Employers in this sector recognize that offering retirement plans is not just a benefit, but a vital investment in the future of their workforce. But while many states are mandating retirement services, most mainstream providers are still reluctant to enter the industry. That’s where Wür(k) steps in.

The Wür(k) Retirement Plan gives your employees access to:


  • A fiduciary advisor to help them with their financial needs
  • A dedicated support team to help with any issues
  • 24/7 online access and mo bile app
  • Participant education and advice
  • A managed account solution that gives participants a personalized investment allocation

When employees feel that their employer is invested in their long-term financial security, they are more likely to remain loyal to:

For Business Owners

Establishing a retirement plan can be a significant step toward securing your financial future and that of your plan participants. Many cannabis businesses are choosing to bypass much of the workload and enhance their benefits by adopting The Wür(k) Retirement Plan.


  • 360 payroll integration between Würk and 401k Platform
  • ACH pulls for all contributions rather than having to wire the funds
  • Don’t have to do banking due diligence twice
  • Full Investment Advisory and Investment Management Fiduciary Protection by intellicents* acting as a 3(21) and 3(38) advisor
  • Streamlined administration and compliance process
  • A dedicated support team
  • No annual audit

Already have a retirement provider? Ask about how our carrier connections allow for seamless vendor integration to help you simplify your retirement administration processes!

What Our Clients Say

  • Super Easy

    “It was so easy to navigate that I basically taught myself. More than that, their support team is excellent! They work with you until a resolution that actually works for you is found.”

    Adele L.

    HR Generalist, Revolutionary Clinics

  • Best Platform

    “I would never want to be with a payroll company that was not focused There is no perfect payroll or HR system. But what I will say about Würk is the comfort and the confidence I have that I’m never going to get a call saying, ‘Sorry, Jushi.’”

    Nicole U.

    Chief Retail & People Office, Jushi

  • Very Friendly

    “I enjoy working with their support team. Very friendly and helpful. They take our problems seriously and seek to find a solution in a timely manner.”

    Karen R.

    VP of HR, Revolutionary Clinics

  • Absolutely Wonderful

    “Würk is not just a provider, they are a partner in our day to day business! Our account manager is absolutely wonderful and checks in with us frequently to ensure we are utilizing the system to its fullest extent.”

    Shelby S.

    Senior Manager of Payroll, TerrAscend

  • 100% Easier

    “WURK has made our payroll processing, reporting, scheduling, timekeeping and onboarding needs 100% easier and better to manage! If you are looking to automate your process' and allow your employees ease of access into the platform, WURK is for you.”

    Kayla B.

    Human Resources, Perfect Union

  • User Friendly

    “I have enjoyed using Wurk for the last few years in the cannabis industry. The platform is very user friendly, and their customer support staff are helpful and informative.”

    Kayla B.

    Logistics Supervisor, Curaleaf

  • Reliable

    “Wurk has been an invaluable partner for us as our payroll provider and HRIS platform. The platform is reliable—we can’t even recall the last time we experienced downtime due to Wurk.”

    Tim B.

    Director of HR, Vireo Health

  • Truly Integrated

    “We have been using Wurk for almost four years now, and it continues to improve and offer more. As a company we like that Wurk is providing more services to have a truly integrated payroll system, especially in the Cannabis space.”

    Morgan A.

    HR Manager, Solar Cannabis Co

  • Professional

    “We have partnered with Wurk for over four years for our payroll needs. They are professional, responsive, and rarely do I experience issues with the platform. Would definitely recommend!”

    Jessica C.

    HR Director, Botanic Business Services

  • Phenomenal

    “The Wurk team is phenomenal! Highly recommend this company for all of your cannabis payroll & HRIS needs.”

    Laura P.

    HR Director, iAnthus

 

Cannabis-friendly Solutions

Given the complexity of the cannabis industry, it can be challenging for cannabis companies to find benefits providers willing to create comprehensive services. We can partner with you to not only find the right 401(k) plan, but also work alongside your HR team to craft a full compensation package that meets your business’s unique needs.

With our full suite of Human Capital Management solutions, we make it easy to provide everything from retirement plans to health benefits and beyond. Backed by strategic partnerships and industry expertise, we’re here to help you attract top talent, enhance retention, and stay competitive.

Let’s navigate these challenges together and create a benefits program that works for your business.

Frequently Asked Questions

An employer match is where the employer chooses to contribute additional funds to the employee's retirement account based on the employee's contributions. They can take various forms, such as dollar-for-dollar matches or partial matches, and they can be subject to vesting schedules, meaning employees may need to work for the company for a certain period before they fully own the matched funds.

The contribution limits to a plan are set by the Internal Revenue Code. For 2023, the limit for employee contributions is $22,500, with an additional catch-up contribution of $7,500 for individuals aged 50 and older. Employers may also contribute to the plan, but the total contributions must not exceed the annual limit.

Investment options within a plan typically include mutual funds, stocks, bonds, and other securities. The plan sponsor can work with a plan provider to design a diverse range of investment opportunities tailored to the needs of plan participants.