Archive · 2024-09-10

October is the perfect time of year to be in Cleveland - the weather is delightfully autumny and the snow has yet to fall. Capitalize on this beautiful time and come to the city for a cannabis convention OH, CannaCon Midwest, on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 3-4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Huntington Convention Center. Then, enjoy a weekend of clam bakes, live music and visiting the city’s newly opened dispensaries. Attending this top-tier cannabis convention in Ohio is a great way to work hard and play hard!

Cannabis Conference Ohio: What to Know

Recreational sales officially began in Ohio Aug. 6, 2024. During the first month, licensed dispensaries sold more than $44 million worth of cannabis through 551,737 transactions, per the state Division of Cannabis Control data. Recreational sales included 6,179 pounds of flower and 840,141 units of manufactured products such as beverages, edibles, topicals and vapes. Within the first five days of legal adult-use operation, Ohio dispensaries generated sales totaling more than $11.5 million. Further, according to the state data, adult-use sales grew by about $10 million per week, during the month of August.

Cleveland is Home to Many Cannabis Events Ohio

Cleveland, and greater Ohio, are truly committed to the cannabis industry. The second-most populous city in the state is currently home to the only cannabis school accredited by a United States Department of Education-recognized accreditor. Established in 2017, the Cleveland School of Cannabis offers multiple programs within four primary majors:
  • Cultivation
  • Processing
  • Dispensary
  • Executive
Individual courses are available and courses can be completed remotely. Additionally, the school works with the Florida Department of Health to improve staff competencies in the state’s medical cannabis division.

What Will I Learn at OH Cannabis Events?

Thirst for learning can be satiated at a cannabis expo OH like CannaCon, too! Here are some seminar topics for CannaCon Midwest:
  • Research and development (R&D) tax credits. This is a government-sponsored incentive program rewarding businesses of all sizes for investing in innovative projects in the areas of science and technology. Eligibility, credit amount and the process for accessing these credits will all be covered.
  • Taxation is on the state level, where many cannabis-friendly states offer tax relief and deductions, and at the federal level, where businesses are subject to the daunting IRS Code Section 280E. The issue of dual taxation will also be addressed.
  • Breeding genetics are connected to strains to grow, pricing and pack sizes, relationships and niche markets. Learn how to navigate the complexities in the seed market and establish a sustainable business model aligned with your breeding goals.
  • Plus many more interesting and helpful seminars!

Why Attend OH Cannabis Events?

Supporting OH cannabis events is important, especially after the cancellation of the Ohio Cannabis Festival this year. According to Zick Productions, its team prepared to run the festival from Aug. 31 to Sept. 1 at the Summit County Fairgrounds in Tallmadge, which are handled by the Summit County Agricultural Society (SCAS). However, Zick Productions posted in mid-June that SCAS had decided to cancel the contract for the Ohio Cannabis Festival. Tallmadge Mayor Carol Kilway said that while the city doesn’t act as a legal adviser for SCAS or have authority over them, her team was involved in the decision SCAS made about the Ohio Cannabis Festival event. “Based on the event’s promotional materials, the city raised concerns regarding how the event would comply with state law,” Kilway said. “The event organizer was invited to address those concerns and did not respond.” Another one of Ohio cannabis events, Stargazer Cannabis Festival, did proceed as planned at the end of July 2024. While attending a cannabis convention in Ohio, be sure to follow all state laws. Ohio recreational consumers may purchase up to one ounce of flower, 10 units of oil to vape (with each unit containing 590 mg of THC) or 10 packages of edibles totaling no more than 1,100 mg of THC. Currently, an individual can possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis and 15 grams of extracts or edibles at a time. It is important to know that drug trafficking remains a valid charge under Ohio Revised Code §2925.03 if the amount is too large and law enforcement suspects you of dealing drugs.

Don’t Miss CannaCon and Other Ohio Cannabis Events

Unable to make this final 2024 cannabis conference Ohio CannaCon event? Crack open that 2025 appointment book and make room for St. Paul, Minnesota, March 13-14, 2025, as well as Rochester, New York, June 12-13, 2025. CannaCon is the nation’s leading business-to-business cannabis conference. Our goal is to grow the cannabis industry by educating cannabis business owners on all things related to cannabis and CBD. Our trade shows feature a large exhibition hall with exhibitors from around the country as well as seminars delivered by industry experts. Purchase your CannaCon tickets now!