Latina Power Spotlight: Get to Know Laksmi Revilla of Dolce Packs
“The combination of personal healing and business vision made cannabis feel less like a career and more like a calling.
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-Laksmi Revilla
Resilience, vision, and an unwavering commitment to growth define the journey of Laksmi Revilla, founder of Dolce Packs. From her beginnings in Boyle Heights as a first-generation Mexican American, to balancing motherhood at a young age while chasing professional opportunities, Laksmi has consistently rewritten the narrative of what’s possible. Her story is one of persistence and purpose—building a business not simply for survival, but as a reflection of identity, creativity, and legacy.
Before stepping into the cannabis space, Laksmi’s path took her through a variety of roles, from Starbucks barista to bank teller. But it was when she entered the cannabis industry that she found both her calling and her community. What began as trimming shifts in a West Hollywood collective evolved into a career defined by empowerment and entrepreneurship. With Dolce Packs, she has created more than a brand—it’s a cultural statement, rooted in authenticity and shaped by her values of abundance, healing, hustle, and wisdom.
Her journey hasn’t come without obstacles. As a Latina entrepreneur, she faced limited access to capital, cultural bias, and the complexities of balancing single motherhood with the demands of business ownership. Yet her story proves that determination and clarity of vision can turn challenges into stepping stones. Today, Dolce Packs stands as both a thriving business and a blueprint for Latina leadership in cannabis.
“The most rewarding part has been watching my vision grow into a brand that inspires others. Seeing clients and collaborators connect with the culture I'm building. Knowing I'm creating generational opportunities for my family.”
-Laksmi Revilla
This year, Laksmi will take on a new role as moderator of the Latinas in Cannabis Sales Panel, where she will guide conversations around branding, storytelling, and representation. For her, it’s more than an honor—it’s a responsibility to elevate voices, inspire women, and spark dialogue that shapes the future of the industry.
We had the chance to sit down with Laksmi to talk about her journey, her brand, and her vision for the future.
Q&A with Laksmi
Background & Early Journey
1. Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background before entering the cannabis industry?
Before Cannabis I worked many jobs including barista at Starbucks to bank teller at Wells Fargo. I continuously looked for ways to level up, rejecting the narrative of immigrant struggles and or culture barriers that I was born into. Becoming a mom at the age of 18 shaped my drive and resilience - it taught me to build opportunities instead of waiting for them.
2. What experiences or values from your upbringing have influenced who you are today, both personally and professionally?
First generation Mexican American - grew up in Boyle Heights. My sisters and I were given scholarships for private school where I quickly learned there was a lot of hustle in my heart. I enjoyed competitions because it taught me hard work came with rewards. During school projects I often had group leader roles and it came natural to be outspoken as well as an open minded young girl.
Cannabis Journey
3. How did you first become involved with cannabis, and what inspired you to build a career in this space?
Living pay check to pay check I looked for extra ways to make money and stumbled upon a craigslist ad. It was a cannabis collective located in west hollywood looking for trimmers. The inspiration came when I learned this was an environment that allowed me to fully express myself. It was the first time in my life I felt the ability to help others and grow into a better version of myself doing so.
4. What was the turning point that made you decide cannabis was the right path for you?
The combination of personal healing and business vision made cannabis feel less like a career and more like a calling.
Entrepreneurship & Dolce Packs
5. What inspired you to found Dolce Packs, and what makes your brand unique in the cannabis market?
What began as survival turned into a calling. Dolce Packs was born from my grind - not just as a brand but a symbol of passion, quality and authenticity. It represents my roots, my vision and my commitment to elevate what this plant truly stands for. Abundance, Healing, Hustle and wisdom.
6. Can you walk us through some of the early challenges you faced in launching Dolce Packs?
Over the years it was a push pull struggle between being a full time worker and a single mother. It became less pressure as I grew to be more of an entrepreneur and less of an employee. This acquired freedom took many years of hard work, dedication and never taking No as a final answer! It takes a certain level of grace
7. What has been the most rewarding part of growing your business?
The most rewarding part has been watching my vision grow into a brand that inspires others. Seeing clients and collaborators connect with the culture I'm building. Knowing I'm creating generational opportunities for my family.
Personal & Professional Challenges
8. As a Latina entrepreneur, what obstacles have you encountered in the cannabis industry, and how have you navigated them?
Early on there was no capital or funding to be able to market myself. There was a lot of bias from people underestimating my business knowledge assuming my brand was simply a side project. I connected a strong network of mentors and collaborators who value diversity and integrity. I built my own capital and community.
9. What personal challenges have shaped your growth as a leader and business owner?
Balancing motherhood with the nonstop demands of entrepreneurship has been my biggest challenge and my greatest teacher. I am the leader in both my home and in my business. Being able to trust my instincts and stay clear minded through the uncertainty of our industry is how I grow Dolce Packs every day. Eyes on the prize! Always.
10.Can you share a moment where you had to overcome doubt or adversity in order to move forward?
When I fought in court for custody of my daughter. I faced allegations of drug dealing cannabis and was forced to make some heavy decision making that had the power to cancel the entirety of my career.
Latinas in Cannabis Sales Panel
10. You’re moderating this year’s Latinas in Cannabis Sales panel—what does that role mean to you?
Speaking at this summit is both an honor and a milestone. It represents years of hardwork. I'm grateful to engage in leading industry conversation or topics that will ultimately guide and inspire other women. This role means responsibility and opportunity.
11. What topics or themes are you most excited to highlight during the panel?
My panel will highlight Sales and Branding. These are my core strengths and a couple of things I am most passionate about within my field. As a business owner marketing is the creative outlet. Campaigns, photoshoots, and the ability to tell my story through graphic content is what I look forward to most recently. Its where the fun happens!
12. How do you see Latina voices shaping the future of cannabis sales and entrepreneurship?
We are challenging stereotypes, influencing design and flavor profiles. I see latinas building partnerships rooted in inclusion and trust. Our perspective ensures the industry grows with more equity and generational opportunity.
Advice & Inspiration
13. What advice do you have for Latinas who are considering entering the cannabis industry?
Find your Niche! Pick something you are really good at and grow around that. The more focused you are, the stronger your foundation. Strong foundations build things that LAST! Trust in your intuition and let your passions guide you. Anything that excites you is a good starting point.
14. Looking ahead, what legacy do you hope to build through DolcePacks and your role in the cannabis community?
I hope my role shows that you can stay true to your roots, raise a family and still build something iconic. The legacy I'm building is about ownership, integrity and empowerment. I want Dolce Packs to represent all these things and more. I want people to see a blueprint for creative and financial freedom.
15. How can the community better support Latina entrepreneurs in cannabis?
By continuing to provide access and platforms to our voices - funding, mentorships and visibility. We can better support each other by remaining open hearted to collaborations and ideas within respect of out culture. Together we can lead and expand all the potential this industry can be.