Introduction to Cannabis testing; Laboratory Start-up
Are you interested in starting a cannabis testing laboratory? Are you curious how to develop and/or implement internal analytical testing procedures for additional quality control? Navigating the world of Cannabis testing is quite an undertaking and can be overwhelming. Knowing some of the challenges ahead can greatly mitigate risks. From a growers perspective it is…
Ask a Cannabis Nurse
An overview of patient workshops and advanced dispensary agent training for Dispensary and Manufacturer/Processors In Medical Marijuana States, the law provides for medical cannabis. The patients are often at a loss and rely on the industry to guide them. We help the patients and the industry through education before medication.
The Power of Partnerships
The objective to the presentation will be sharing how businesses can team together to create partnerships and extend the opportunities of their brands and products, as well as Illustrating the power of cobranding and partnerships
Cultivation, Contamination & Testing
Overview of emerging Oklahoma Cannabis market, including first-year errors and industry stresses. Attend this talk to gain better insight on common pitfalls which prevent processors from entering their products into the legal market. Inform processors on analytical testing implications of their cultivation & manufacturing choices. If you’re experiencing any difficulties with testing or would like…
The Importance Of Trade Organization in the Regulated Marijuana Industry
Commercial marijuana businesses are generally underserved by their marijuana trade organizations. In Oklahoma we have approached this uniquely and have built a bridge between lawmakers, regulatory, commercial, and ancillary businesses and our trade organization.
6 Common Labeling Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
In this session we’ll cover the 6 most common product labeling pitfalls companies make that cost them money and time, and how to avoid them. We will cover printing on the incorrect materials, using the same material for various environments, label sizing, design files, knowing the correct rules and regulations and understanding your labeling company….
Visual Merchandising Basics to Build Store Sales
Visual Merchandising, known as the science behind sales, is the art and science of arranging and displaying your products and services to entice customers, create a positive brand image, and maximize your sales. How products are displayed and presented to your customers impacts how they value the products, the brand, and ultimately their decision to…
Vertical Farming
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is a very common approach to cannabis cultivation, especially in geographic regions that prevent farmers from growing outdoors due to climate or regulatory issues. However, most farmers employing CEA are still stuck in the traditional single-tier or “flat” mindset. More recently, the concept of vertical farming has made its way from…
Carbon – the Future of Fertilizer
The importance of carbon nutrition is often overlooked and forgotten in the cannabis industry, despite the prominent role it plays in determining final yield and quality. The primary target of this presentation is growers who are seeking to improve their results, and individuals who want to learn the mechanics of how carbon-based fertility programs work….
Hempologist John Dvorak’s Cannabis Curriculum and Traveling Hemp Museum
The Cannabis Curriculum is an effort to increase understanding and research into the myriad aspects of industrial hemp, medicinal cannabis and marijuana prohibition. The first part of the talk will focus on the incredible potential of hemp, the Green Buffalo. Topics include hemp history, engineering, biology and chemistry. Hemp’s “green” aspects will be highlighted in…
Significance and Remediation of Mold in the Cannabis Industry
Mold is an ever present obstacle in the cannabis industry. An outbreak at any point in the process could result in an entire crop being lost. The monetary and time ramifications are so extreme that it could place a in great harm. In order to prevent these issues from occurring, there are various methods that…
Saving Brick and Mortar Businesses Through Click and Mortar Strategy
Local brick and mortar businesses will face an uphill battle in the years to come as more and more states come online with adult-use cannabis regulations and larger, behemoth businesses will look to swallow them up. To stay competitive, they’ll need to utilize all the technology, data, and software and their disposal – such as…
Four Factors to Successful Cultivation Facility, Design, Construction & Occupancy
A comprehensive overview of traditional marketing channels, the corresponding unique challenges and pitfalls that ancillary services, cannabis brands and retail operations face in the industry. Covering industry-specific hurdles, banned mediums, differentiated customer purchasing patterns and the impacts of legislative apprehension across the board. Further delving into industry proven marketing and advertising channels, effective mediums, messaging…
LED vs HID-Design Considerations and Lighting Advances to Optimizing Productivity
Eric will briefly discuss LED vs HID and considerations for both. He will also cover technology advances and application tips for optimizing grows with LED OR HPS. Finally he will go over the science of day-light and how to best supplement in greenhouses.
Cannabis Licenses and Application Process in Massachusetts
Interested in starting a cannabis business in Massachusetts? Join Us for an in depth overview of the types of cannabis licenses and the application process. Questions will be answered at the end of the presentation.
Growing with Hydroxyls
Shawna will discuss the importance of a clean grow environment, the negative and positive effects associated. Shawna will explain the importance of hydroxyls in the grow environment and the impact it can have on personnel, plants, and equipment.
Cultivating Advantages: Maintaining a Competitive Edge in the Greenhouse
Change on the cultivation side of business operations can be hard to come by and even harder to justify. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is the adage many business have adopted over the years. However, innovation on the cultivation side is one of the easiest ways to distinguish your business as an industry…
What Every Canna-Business Needs To Know About Intellectual Property
Examining successes and failures of canna-businesses with regard to their intellectual property (IP)
Growing the Good
A round table discussion with some of the countries most talented growers, discussing topics ranging from best indoor cultivation practices, integrative pest management strategies, the use of biologicals and organic acids to increase plant health and vigor and maximize terpene expression, preservation and stewarding of cannabis genetics, and the next horizon of cannabis cultivation.
Cannabis Food Safety: A Risk not Worth Taking
Michelle is going to Provide producers the foundation to create a proper food safety program for their operation in order to protect their consumers, their employees and their brand.
Massachusetts Social Equity Programs
Commissioner Title will discuss Massachusetts social equity programs as they pertain the new recreational marijuana licensing
Cannabis Packaging Solutions 2.0
Tailor made solutions and how they add value, drive sales and provide brand experience.
Security, Safety & Regulatory Compliance In Marijuana Production & Processing
Whether it’s an amateur growing facility or an expansive industrial site, producing and processing marijuana is inherently hazardous. With high volume indoor growing on the rise, safety is a key concern. CO2 enrichment systems, high-density lighting, pesticides and fertilizers, and the use of chemical solvents such as butane, hexane and others, present fire and poison…
Smart Tax & Planning Strategies for your Budding Business
Importance of Entity/Corporate Structure Federal Tax Issues IRC § 280E refresher Tax Strategies for Prod/Proc Special Tax Rules for Farmers Tax Strategies for Retailers State Tax Overview Federal Tax Law Changes beginning 2018 Is your Business Ready for an IRS Audit? Critical Takeaways
Getting the Most Money for Your Extracts: Refining and Purifying Your Final Products.
Learn how to make the most of your extract and command top dollar for your product. Find out what people are doing to clean up their extracts. From old school methods to modern technology, find out what you can do to make any product imaginable.
Affordable Cannabis Industry Start-Up
*Discover your Path – What skills do you have and are they marketable *Write your business plan – Identify your target destination and eliminate anything the distracts from it *Find your location – know your local politics, competitors, zoning and advocacy groups *Learn who to trust – lots of people offer to help, but what…
Evolving Landscapes in Cannabis and Hemp Law
This distinguished panel of industry experts will present cannacon attendees with a broad overview of the legal topics of most interest to Cannabis cultivators, retailers, processors and consumers. Specific topics will include insurance, emerging business lines, regulatory and compliance issues, banking, government investigations, patents, trademarks, and copyrights. This will include a 30 minute question and…
Free Weed from Danny Danko
My seminar is a beginner’s guide to get started growing your own cannabis. It’s specifically designed to introduce and explain the concepts in an easy-to-understand format. All of the basics are covered, from choosing strains to grow, to germinating seeds all the way through harvesting and storing properly as well as making concentrates. The presentation…
Women in Cannabis
Join this panel of distinguished women entrepreneurs while they discuss what it means to be a woman in the cannabis industry.
Diversity and Inclusion Panel
Cannabis professionals discuss national opportunities to create synergies between major stakeholders incommunities. Successful partnerships have emerged from cannabis organizations who orient themselves as a point of connection between the communities of color, community organizations, faith based organizations, city government, and local colleges and universities
Infused Cooking Demo by World Renowned Chef Cat Cora
Join our keynote speaker Cat Cora for an infused cooking demo. Chef Cora will demonstrate an infused recipe for you, and then answer some of your culinary questions.
Designing Cannabis with Science-Driven Technology
This talk will discuss how the technology developed in industrial biotechnology has been adapted to recreate Cannabis flavors, aromas and effects through biomimicry.
Candy Making Demo with Charles
Charles will demo commercial candy making machines, and answer any questions that attendees may have regarding cannabis candy making using commercial candy machines
KlickTrack: Creating a global POS platform from inside the store.
The cannabis industry is moving at light speed. Now, more than ever, a cannabis retailer’s POS systems needs to be nimble, innovative, and forward thinking. Up until now, it’s been a patchwork of repurposed retail software that is woefully inadequate. Experiencing first-hand the pain points a retailer faces day after day and looking toward the…
Compliance, Seed to Sale and Traceability
The presentation will cover the importance of proper and accurate inventory management to stay compliant and maximize business efficiency. It will cover the common pitfalls license holders experience and how to recognize and avoid them.
The Future is Strain-Specific: What Lossless Activation Means for the Cannabis Industry
Lossless activation is one of the hottest emerging trends in the cannabis industry and for good reason. Through this technology we can begin to capture the specific medical benefits of each distinct cannabis strain into non-smoked forms.
Smart Tax and Planning Strategies for Your Cannabis Business
Dani will cover a variety of topics including: Importance of Entity/Corporate Structure Federal Tax Issues Tax Strategies for Prod/Proc Tax Strategies for Retailers State Tax Overview Federal Tax Law Changes Bookkeeping and Documentation Is your Business Ready for an IRS Audit?
Expanding Your Cannabis Business Internationally
Will discuss how to grow and maintain cannabis business internationally as the world moves towards global relaxation regarding legalization of hemp and recreational cannabis.
How a 401(k) Plan Gives an Edge to a Cannabis Company to be Even More Competitive
Cannabis companies want their workplace to look like the non-cannabis world. A 401(k) plan gets the cannabis industry a long way toward that goal. Learn how a 401(k) plan helps cannabis companies recruit, retain, and reward a committed workforce.
How to Get All the Money You Need for Your Marijuana Business
An in-depth look at how to obtain private, non-bank debt based financing for working capital, equipment or real estate loans. You will learn the top 10 sources for financing any marijuana business, which options are available for financing your co.
The Great Brand Race
Join me as we discuss the journey of brands looking to establish themselves in the ever growing and competitive new cannabis industry. Here you’ll gain insight into creating a unique and memorable brand with the most successful design firm in cannabis, Wick & Mortar and understand how to push your brand out to consumers with…
How to Optimize your Closed Environment
Morris Brink has been in hundreds commercial cultivation facilities. He knows what works and what does not work. This session focuses on realistic, boots-on-the-ground environmental controls solutions to optimize your grow environment. 1. Attendees will learn about the different systems & technologies available for their unique grows. 2. Attendees will gain insight into proper setup to…
Payroll and Cannabis Companies- The Importance of Tracking Payroll Costs to Maximize Income Tax Deductions of Salaries and Wages
One of the most significant costs of operating a Cannabis company is the salaries and wages paid to employees and owners. Bryan McDonald, Certified Public Accountant of CPAMD, will explain and navigate the financial benefits and techniques of maximizing the deductibility of these wages. Included in this informative presentation will be the process of setting…
Built to Scale: Developing an Agnostic Cannabis Tech Platform
This session will focus on integration between technology platforms within the cannabis industry, and demonstrate the necessity for an agnostic product that can integrate with state systems such as METRC.
Understanding HVAC & Plant Dynamics in Grow Room Applications
Jim’s presentation will describe why the typical HVAC system design for grow rooms does not work. He will discuss the alternatives for controlling indoor environments to promote proper plant growth, maximize yields and minimize operating costs.
Why Digital Transformation of Product Sourcing, Sales and Distribution is a “Must Have” in the Cannabis Industry.
Three main challenges are driving the need for digital transformation in the cannabis industry: producers can’t get mindshare, distributors can’t keep up and retailers have limited visibility. A simple, efficient and powerful e-marketplace is needed!The objectives of this presentation are to expose the growing challenges that are facing buyers and sellers, and educate attendees about…
Cannabis Brand and Innovation Legal Protection
Industry advice on choosing a strong brand and protecting it. Determining your protectable inventions such as grow methods and extraction apparatus. Updates on cases such as Gorilla Glue #4 and the United Cannabis patent infringement case.
How to Grow a Consistently High Quality Crop
Staying on top of your environment is one of the biggest concerns for any cannabis cultivation operation. In this session, attendees will learn how to increase product consistency and quality with answers as to how important the mechanical system is, considerations to make for their mechanical design, why data is so important, and more.
CBD: The Legal Landscape
Join Orion Inskip to learn about the history and outline of the laws and rules that pertain to hemp, industrial hemp, hemp extracts, and CBD.
Bridging the Gap: Changing the Perception on Cannabis Within the Medical Community
To truly gain full support and understanding for cannabis as a medicine, and to ensure its continued success, we must break the barrier between the medical and cannabis communities. We must provide the education and bridge the gap.
Creating a Thriving Rhizosphere
This panel will explore how soil cultivators can increase yield, terpene profile and overall plant health by encouraging living soil microbe and fungal communities in their growing practices.
Cutting Through the Smoke: Decoding the Challenges of Marketing in Cannabis
Comprehensive overview of traditional marketing channels, the corresponding unique challenges and pitfalls that ancillary services, cannabis brands and retail operations face in the industry. Covering industry specific hurdles, banned mediums, differentiated customer purchasing patterns and the impacts of legislative apprehension across the board. Further delving into industry proven marketing and advertising channels, effective mediums, messaging…
What’s my Risk in Operating a Cannabis Business
Transitioning from an unregulated industry to a regulated industry has some unique risks and exposures. The purpose of this seminar is to educate Plant Touching Businesses (Cultivator, Manufacture / Processors, Dispensary, Testing Laboratory, and Transportation) on the risks and exposures of managing a State Regulated Cannabis business. While every business has its own unique…
CANNABIS TAX, ACCOUNTING, & MAXIMIZING DEDUCTIONS WITH 280E
Sandy will educate Educate attendee’s on licensees & prospective licensees on the background of 280E. Learn what is deductible and not deductible for cannabis enterprises, & the proper accounting to facilitate the maximum deductions that could withstand the scrutiny of an IRS audit.
The Future of Retail: Navigating the Waters of a Flooded Market
Identifying trends in the cannabis retail market to facilitate growth while meeting expectations of an increasingly demanding customer base. Strategies around consolidation & margin compression and how to remain relevant in an aggressive growth cycle
Hybrid Grow Solutions for High Yields
A discussion on the confluence of indoor controlled systems with sunlight harvesting capabilities for optimal grow environments.
Q&A with Congresswoman Suzan DelBene
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene represents Washington’s First Congressional District, which spans from northeast King County to the Canadian border, and includes parts of King, Snohomish, Skagit and Whatcom counties. Suzan currently serves on the House Ways and Means Committee, which is at the forefront of debate on taxes, healthcare and retirement security. There, Suzan is working…
Will the Tortoise or the Hare Win the Green Rush?
We are in the middle of a “Green Rush,” so fastest to the finish line wins the race, right? Wrong. You can’t cut corners and still achieve sustainable growth and success. Sound strategy, clear records, and well-documented corporate governance practices are vital to attract the best terms from business partners, private investors and suppliers; as…
Branding 101: Stand out. Sell More
In this session, discover everything you need to know to think seriously about branding, marketing and advertising and how it can boost your success. What is branding and how is it different from marketing and advertising? Why do you need a strong brand? How do you create one? What’s challenges exist for marketing and advertising…
Cultivation In Massachusetts
Massachusetts represents a huge opportunity for the cannabis industry. With a population of almost 7 million, it’s larger than Colorado, Oregon and Nevada. Recreational and revised medical regulations were finalized this spring, but because of “home rule,” every one of the Commonwealth’s 351 cities and towns have different rules and regulations. Kaily Hepburn, Esq. of…
Vendors as Assets
Alignment with key vendors is crucial to achieving your business goals. Vendors are more than just sales people looking for a purchase order, or at least, they should be. Consultation, networking connection and collaboration are just the beginning.
Green Packaging for the Green Rush: Options and Considerations for Sustainable Packaging
Leaders in the sustainable packaging industry discuss options available for more sustainable packaging within the cannabis industry.
The science of supplementing daylight with LEDs in greenhouses and warehouses.
Eric will discuss the spectral dynamics of daylight and how to best supplement with LED’s to get indoor lighting consistency and flower structure commanding higher prices for your bud.
Solventless 101 and How it Will Empower Your Brand.
Solventless concentrates are quickly becoming the most sought-after products in the cannabis industry. Learn about solventless extraction, why solventless products will empower your brand, and how they can set you apart from the heard.
Access Debt Financing for your Cannabis Business
Lead Funding will be discussing alternative financing options for Cannabis business owners. In particular, a discussion about the benefits of utilizing private debt financing to finance an existing retail or grow operation. When anti-cannabis banks say “No”, Lead Funding says “Yes”.
Achieving Financial Success for Cannabusinesses: Avoiding Costly Legal Issues
Regulations in the cannabis industry are vastly different from any other field. This session will outline the key pitfalls that CEOs should be aware of, with crucial advice on implementing accurate accounting protocols and remaining compliant.
The life & death importance of quality Medical Cannabis Access for Veterans.
Learn how to make a difference in a Veterans life in the nearly dead Medical Cannabis Market in Washington State. Join 4 Veteran/Cannabis Activist’s & 1 Gold Star wife (By Suicide) as they share there stories of survival in this uncertain Cannabis Market.
Pesticides and Heavy Metal Testing
The panel moderator will ask questions from the panelists to learn more about the state of cannabis analysis in Washington. Recently it was told to the labs by the WSLCB (WA’s regulatory agency) that mandatory pesticide screening for all cannabis products can be expected within the year. Since July of 2018, the Laboratory Guild has been…
The Basic Dos and Don’ts of Operating in the Cannabis Industry.
I will dive into some of the most basic issues to pay attention to for anyone looking to enter the cannabis industry. As an attorney in this industry, we see what becomes problematic for our clients, and we have seen some repeat issues. These issues include operations, inventory management, what to do when in a…
Growing operations to insure ( ppb )Parts per billion Clean testing
The majority of Cannabis crops do not pass ppb testing – this testing requirement will be the norm In 2019 Cigarettes or tobacco was/is not the main culprit of cancer due to smoking – the culprit is insecticides fungicides etc inhaled from smoking
Multiphase CO2 Extraction: An award winning method
Multiphase CO2 extraction (MPE) is an award winning processing method for manufacturing high-quality, Full-Spectrum Extracts (FSE) w/ minimal “Chemovar drift”. The technique utilizes both Sub and Supercritical CO2 to preserve the native chemovar.
Helping the Cannabis Industry Grow the Right Way: The Importance of Testing to Legitimize our Industry
In this seminar Ian Cameron will discuss how the analytical testing of flower, concentrate, edibles, and topical is paramount to creating a legitimate industry that can put cannabis into the spotlight as a real medicine. He will show how the accreditation of laboratories, such as Scissortail Laboratory, is imperative to trusting the data it produces….
Medical Cannabis 102
Use of cannabis for medical conditions require in depth knowledge of the disease process. Medical grade products require a close partnership between the cultivator, processor, dispensary, and patient. These are not one size fits all products. In this seminar Dr. Stanley Mills will clarify the complexity of the medical conditions under consideration, elucidate the complex…
Civics Class for Marijuana Businesses and Entrepreneurs: How to Comply with Current Regulations and What you can do to Change Future Regulations
In this seminar Dwight will discuss how compliance and community relations can make or break a marijuana business. From strategic community outreach tactics to common compliance pitfalls, this session will provide attendees with a roadmap to license approval and ongoing success. He aims to offer Oklahoma operators and those seeking to do business in Oklahoma…
Influencing the Endocannabinoid System With Non-Cannabis Plants
Chip Paul will discuss the endocannabinoid system and its importance as well as as how to influence it with non-cannabis plants. He will provide research examples plus practical and logical examples to help educate attendees about the tremendous promise of the endocannabinoid system as a medical target.
The 5 W’s of Cannabis Analytical Testing in an Unregulated Market
This presentation will cover the ins and outs of testing cannabis and cannabis products in an unregulated market. Topics will include the who, what, when, where and why to test even though it may not be required in your state. Kyle Felling aims to show the importance of testing products at all stages in order…
Oklahoma’s Regulatory Landscape–Past, Present, and Future
I will discuss Oklahoma’s medical marijuana rules and regulations–where we have been, where we are now, and where we are headed in the future. Discussion will also include the Unity Bill, OMMA’s evolving structure, and what to expect next. My objective is to help attendees comply with Oklahoma’s evolving medical marijuana rules and regulations, and…
Maximizing ROI with the Latest in LED Technology
Adam Wolf will discuss the importance of LED technology in horticulture, the best way to use it, and how it helps emerging businesses compete in today’s highly saturated cannabis market. He will educate growers, investors, and people thinking about starting up new grow operations on short term vs. long term results, how to grow high quality…
Leveraging Marketing to Target Potential Consumers
This presentation will showcase simple methods to utilize information to identify, target and deliver the right message to potential consumers. Tony Vann will enable attendees to gain a tangible knowledge of a few basic marketing techniques to immediate grow their brand awareness and inturn, their business.
Utilizing Microbes with Precision to Enhance Cannabis Productivity
Plants have co-evolved with soil microbes over hundreds of millions of years. In nature, the plants interact with tens of thousands of soil microbial species throughout the plant growth stages. Soil microbes benefit plants by facilitating important nutrient cycling activities as well as many other important functions that support plant health and ultimately maximize plant…
Oklahoma is Just the Beginning – Current Legal Environment in OK and Expanding to Other States
Paula will inform current licensees of the current state of the law in Oklahoma and how to leverage their Oklahoma operations into other states, focusing on business opportunities and regulatory challenges. She will discuss current Oklahoma law and regulations, OMMA, opportunities in other states, and how to expand throughout the country.
Extraction: A Product and Process Design Guide
Extraction is a dynamic, fast growing sub-industry of cannabis and hemp. Legalization is opening medicinal and recreational use to a huge variety of different products humans, and even their pets, may enjoy. That being said, it is easy to get lost in the steps. Max will help attendees gain a better understanding of the extraction…
Efficiency and Precision: Temperature and Humidty Control in Grow Rooms
This will be a discussion of the different systems available to cultivators. Conor Guckian will explore the pros and cons on each system, giving a brief analysis of capX and opX, life cycle, and an analysis of the the precision and controllability of each system type. He will educate cultivators and facility owners about what…
How To Market Your Dispensary On Social Media
It’s tough to market cannabis businesses on social media. Facebook and Instagram are shutting accounts down daily. There is a way to market on social media without getting shut down. This presentation will teach you how to stay connected. Corey will teach you how to market your dispensary or brand on Facebook and Instagram without…
Intellectual Property in the Cannabis Space: Protecting Your Brand
In this seminar Blake and Tynia will review and discuss a variety of ways to protect intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and discuss how each can be used to develop and protect your cannabis brand. He will also inform attendees about the interplay of intellectual property law and cannabis industry, discuss…
Facility Labor and Grow Efficiency
In this seminar John Paul aims to educate the industry on how to use experts to their advantage and to show them what the future looks like, bad and good. He hopes to promote industry standards and ethics and answer the following questions: When is time to roll up your sleeves or outsource? How to…
Liquid Fertilizers in Ionic Form
In this seminar Ray will define liquid plant food concentrate in ionic form and educate attendees on fertilizer quality and ingredients.
Marijuana Microbusinesses: Licensing and Business Models
Scott Roberts will provide an overview of state requirements for Marijuana Microbusiness licenses and will examine different business models used in other states, such as California and Nevada, with similar laws. He aims to educate caregivers and other Michigan residents looking to enter Michigan’s recreational marijuana market on the new microbusiness license and how to best…
Does Your Bookkeeper Understand 280E?
Is your company struggling with cash flow even though the industry is booming? Does your Accountant “really” understand 280e, how to do correct cost accounting, and understand entity structure/cost allocations and improving cash flow & margins?
Taking Control of Your Business and Financial Results During Rapid Growth
Business success requires that you learn how to measure your financial results, identify the activities that are sabotaging them and then know how to correct those mistakes efficiently and sustainably. You have to have financial optics. My goal is to take the mystery out of your financials. I will show you how to read and…
What to Know About Banking Your Marijuana Businesses Locally
Banking Marijuana is difficult because of the complicated reporting required by the federal government. To ensure the safety of your money, you should choose an institution that meets its federal obligations and does not try to work around them. In this seminar James Dimitriou will educate licensees on how and where to obtain banking services…
Scientifically Driven Solutions to Maximize Plant Yield and Quality
Through real world case studies, Colin will illuminate the return on investment that can occur when cultivators learn how to use microbes with precision (i.e mimic the microbial diversity found in nature) to maximize their plant health and yields. He aims to illuminate the benefits of adding life (i.e microbes) to soil or other growth…
The Cannabis Industry and Food Safety Audits
In this seminar Terry will go over third party certification body, providing food Safety audits and certification, the importance of food safety in the cannabis industry, cannabis food safety regulation, cannabis edible recalls, food safety concerns, and cannabis audits. He will discuss the benefits of certification and how to promote your products with an added…
Security Is Not Just Some Cameras
We will discuss what the state security requirements are and what is trending in other states, the difference in technology and how to budget your facility for their Security needs, and the difference in brands and integrators. Our goal is to educate the end user on what is needed and how to use security not only…
Vetting Your Vendors
Clint Eaton aims to educate attendees on using a verified process and research to find the right vendor or supplier. Time and money are lost due to lack of researching suppliers. His goal is to teach owners and managers a streamlined approach at verifying. This will alleviate lost money, lost time, and retention of customers.
Packaging 101: Understand the Rules, Streamline Your Packaging, and Grow Your Business.
In this session, Alen Nguyen will give a detailed overview of packaging and processing cannabis. He aims to help current licensees learn from the hurdles experienced by the earlier regulated cannabis states. Topics include how your choice of packaging can impact the processing of the product, how custom packaging can help make your product stand…
How to Grow a Consistent Crop Through Environmental Control
Quite possibly the most important decisions you’ll make are around your cost of operation (first cost, ongoing operations and electrical infrastructure). What you do here directly relates to product quality, consistency and compliance. In this session Jon will discuss what the true costs of operation are, how these costs relate to product quality and consistency,…
Cannabis Business Planning: From Licensing to Exit Strategy
Cannabis entrepreneurs are required to become experts in all areas of their respective businesses. In this session, attendees will learn about the important functional areas any cannabis business owner or entrepreneur will need to master quickly. The education provided by this session will not only serve as a foundation for other sessions that are narrower…
Hybrid Grow Solutions: Combining Techniques for Sun-Harvesting with Climate Control Technology for Higher Yields
Using passive solar design principles and advancements in glazing and materials technology, greenhouses are advancing in efficiency as well as productivity. Josh will teach attendees how controlled greenhouses using robust HVAC systems allows for better budgeting and forecasting of capital expenditures, operating expenses, and yields.
Expanding Your Cannabis Business Internationally
Peter Holzworth will discuss how to grow and maintain your cannabis business internationally as the world moves towards global relaxation regarding legalization of hemp and recreational cannabis. He will inform you about the dos and do nots concerning the cannabis business in the international scope.
Cannabis Delivery and Distribution – Insuring Against Your Exposures
This seminar will be an in-depth overview of Best Practices for cannabis delivery and distribution as well as additional exposures that arise from the cannabis industry. Our purpose is to help educate and provide standard operating procedures for cannabis operators of the do’s and don’ts of the industry. Supported by a slide show with detailed explanation…
Marijuana Regulation in Michigan
Andrew will discuss the current status of the regulatory programs within the Marijuana Regulatory Agency, including the patient/caregiver registry, medical marijuana facility licensing, and the adult-use ballot initiative. He aims to convey the status of the regulatory programs under the Marijuana Regulatory Agency and enhance understanding of the overall environment for marijuana businesses in Michigan.
The Science Behind the Art of Growing
Utilizing a combination of plant sap analysis, fertigation solutions analyses, fertilizer components analyses, and water tests growers can bring establish trend lines and adjust nutrient components throughout the grow cycle for optimal production. In this seminar Scott Wall will facilitate growers’ understanding of plant nutrition monitoring, how to interpret plant sap reports, fertilizer nutrient levels…
Michigan Grower and Processor Collaborations Can Eat Big Pharma’s Lunch
Many cannabis users are worried that Big Pharma and the FDA will dominate the cannabis market and destroy small producers. In reality, the state-by-state legalization of cannabis has opened the door to start-ups, while excluding large and long-time established drug companies. The state regulations allow product experimentation that could never be achieved on the federal…
Environmental Regulations and Michigan’s Marijuana Industry
Robert Elmouchi will present an overview of Michigan’s environmental regulations as they apply to the marijuana cultivation and processing industries. You’ll also be guided through the network of Michigan’s environmental agencies and be provided with the contacts you need for compliance and assistance.
Partnering with Private Equity
Finding the right financial partner is critical to your success. So is how to structure a deal. Pete Okrasa will educate attendees on the mechanics of getting their business interesting to investors.
Identifying and Controlling Risk in Cannabis Business Operations
Transitioning from an unregulated industry to a regulated industry has some unique risks and exposures. The purpose of this seminar is to educate Plant Touching Businesses on the risks and exposures of managing a State Regulated Cannabis business. Participants will gain a basic understanding of risks and exposures associated with managing a State Regulated Cannabis…
Exploring Tools for Regulatory Compliance in the Shifting Sands of the Cannabis Industry
It can often be a very challenging task to understand what rules and regulations you are responsible for in a cannabis business. Being out of compliance can be a costly mistake with huge fines or even a loss of license at stake. Learn about AuditProHBX and how an automated self-assessment tool can help you get and…
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Feminized Seeds… But Were Too Afraid to Ask
Rick Campanella “Mr. Soul” will host a discussion to help attendees understand why the female cannabis plant is important and how feminized seeds are created.
Consuming Cannabis Based on Terpenes
Ben Cassiday will provide an explanation of a classification system for cannabis-based on terpenes and cannabinoids, which focuses on personal experience rather than prescriptive outcomes.
Cannabis Business Regulatory Compliance and Risk Mitigation Strategies
Kyle England, a former Colorado cannabis regulator, will provide attendees with information critical to developing risk-adverse compliance programs and SOPs through the identification of administrative agency enforcement practices. Attendees will gain insight on real-world administrative enforcement practices by state and local cannabis agencies and procedures for avoiding the potentially catastrophic penalties imposed on non-compliant businesses…
Maximizing Deductions for Your Budding Business: Proper Accounting & Recordkeeping
280E can be a killer. Learn how to navigate these waters. The emphasis in this class is on how to maximize deductions that would withstand the scrutiny of an IRS audit, and learn about landmark court cases, P&L for each vertical, and the pros and cons of LLCs and Corps. Sandy Suchoff will educate attendees…
Turn-Key Ultrasonic Technology for the Production of Translucent “Water-Soluble” Cannabis Extract Nanoemulsions
Cannabinoids are insoluble in water and, as such, difficult to deliver into the bloodstream. When consumed orally, they undergo a slow and inefficient process of gastrointestinal absorption, leading to a delayed onset of action as well as low and unpredictable bioavailability. In his presentation, Dr. Peshkovsky will explain how to design and manufacture translucent, permanently stable,…
Solventless 101 and How it Will Empower Your Brand
Solventless concentrates are quickly becoming the most sought-after products in the cannabis industry. Learn about solventless extraction, why solventless products will empower your brand, and how they can set you apart from the heard.
Is Your Website Working for You? Assessing Your Website’s Usability
Your website is your most important marketing tool. Not only does it need to visually impress, it must convey your brand promise, be easy to navigate and convert visitors to customers. What You Can Expect to Learn: • Best practices in web navigation • How to capture customer contact information? Using Calls to Action •…
Cannabis Curriculum
The Cannabis Curriculum explores the historic uses, current applications and future possibilities of industrial hemp and medicinal cannabis while also highlighting the negative social effects associated with marijuana prohibition. In this seminar John Dvorak will provide a general overview of as many topics relating to cannabis as possible, including the “green” aspects of hemp, the…
Content, Collaborations, and Cannabis Entrepreneurial Investing Success
Daniel McCarthy will help attendees gain an understanding of the intersection of content and collaborations for successful cannabis branding from start up to exit strategy, as well as savvy investing in the blossoming national and international cannabis industry. He will discuss thought leadership in terms of key branding and market collaborations that have worked, some…
Hemp Panel
2019 is an exciting year for hemp in New England! Have you wondered if getting into the hemp industry is right for you? This panel is going to discuss the trials and tribulations of these hemp trailblazers! This panel will consist of hemp farmers, processors and CBD companies. Our panelists look forward to educating the…
The Importance of Professionalism In The Cannabis Industry
What defines a professional? This will cover the various aspects of what it means to be a professional. The importance of why a high standard of professionalism is important to the success of any industry, especially this one. Scott Brodsky will educate those who may not have had any experience working in a professional environment…
Crop Optimization and High Tech Irrigation
Marielle will be speaking about proven precision growing methods to optimize crop production, using irrigation strategies and other operational factors, to produce the best quality plants using the least amount of inputs. She will educate participants on proper irrigation strategies and how irrigation and climate changes can be used to steer generative/vegetative growth for optimal…
So You Wanna Get Into the Cannabis Industry?
Blake Johnson will give a quick review and update on Oklahoma law regarding medical marijuana and hemp as well as a primer on the most common initial legal challenges (formation, tax planning, investor issues, IP) newcomers to industry will face.
Infused Cooking Demo with Chef Shaun O’Neale
Learn infused cooking techniques from Chef Shaun O’Neale winner of season 7 of Fox’s hit show Masterchef.
The Importance of Paraphernalia Sales and Training Your Bud Tenders to Increase Average Transaction
Brett Harris will be teaching the tricks of the trade successfully utilized in mature markets such as Colorado, Washington and Oregon, as well as how to use non THC sales to drive revenue, improve Tax reporting practices and profitability. He will cover, simple tips on merchandising and bud tender training utilized to increase average transaction…
Lumens are for Humans: Understanding Artificial Lighting and its Terminology for Gardening
Lighting is one of the most critical aspects of growing Cannabis indoors, but the technical terminology and how light spectrum affects plant growth can be confusing. This presentation provides an overview of critical knowledge for artificial light. Kevin Frender will inform the audience of the terminology associated with artificial lighting for indoor growing, and how…
Unity and Beyond: Staying Compliant in a Sea of Change
With SQ 788, Oklahomans created an anomaly—a cannabis free market. A year in, is this still the case? Given Unity, trailer bills, and OMMA’s expanded rule-making authority, what’s next? How do you stay compliant in this sea of change? Sarah Lee Gossett Parrish will provide attendees with practical ways to recognize and resolve compliance issues,…
How to Operate a Compliant and Profitable Schedule One Business in Oklahoma
Logan Jones will provide guidance and counsel to business owners and operators on the formation and successful operation of these businesses given the evolving legal, legislative, compliance and regulatory environments.
Integrated Technologies: Ready for Primetime
Until very recently, commercial growers had to choose between efficiency-focused sustainability practices and yield. Recent advances in technology now allow growers to have access to both simultaneously. This is a true game changer. Ash Ganley will demonstrate, from the perspective of a multi-state operator that also invests in sustainability tech, that it’s now possible to…
Five Factors to Successful Cultivation Facility Design and Construction
In an interactive session, we share integrated solutions and technology best practices to maximize your investment and construction dollars. Commercial cultivators and investors will walk away with design and construction road-map to success. Through a virtual reality presentation, attendees will see successful cultivation facilities, and with lessons from Big Ag, they will learn what’s coming…
Creating a Well-Controlled Environment With the Right HVAC Systems for You
Choosing and implementing the right environmental control system to manage loads and energy is widely complex when you are unfamiliar with HVAC. We will compare and contrast different HVAC Systems to help you make the right choice for long term success. Paul Van Lare will educate engineers, building owners, and growers on the HVAC options…
Psychrometrics from Seed to Harvest
When designing HVAC systems for controlled environment agriculture (CEA), engineers and equipment manufacturers should plan for the whole spectrum of load profiles and operating conditions. A good understanding of how the psychrometrics vary from seed to harvest is paramount for optimizing yield and minimizing energy consumption. By giving attendees a basic understanding of psychrometrics (the…
Solventless Extraction & The Entourage Effect
Chet Tucker will present basic facts of the organic extraction process and how patients benefit from “The Entourage Effect”. Other extraction processes can strip the plant’s cannabinoids and terpenes which reduces the overall power of the cannabis plant. His objective is to educate the marketplace of the benefits of using full spectrum-solventless products. When consuming…
Into the Weeds: A Deep Dive Into Cannabis Case Law
Recommendations on best entity structures to minimize tax burdens related to 280E. An in depth look at relevant court cases and their impact on cannabis business owners. Best practices for business expenses through entities to maximize deductions. Ryan Milam will educate attendees on how to best minimize tax burdens in the cannabis industry.
Human Resources and the Cannabis Industry
The field of human resources management is influenced and shaped by state and federal laws governing employment issues. Edana Koehler will discuss compliance pitfalls, employment laws, and human resources legal requirements.
Living Soil and Organic Inputs: Understanding Your Environmental Impact
Growing organically and in living soil might not be as environmentally friendly as you think. In this seminar Chip Baker will educate attendees on what “organic” means, challenge preconceived notions of sustainability and organic fertilizers, and encourage sustainable environmental impact in organic production. He will discuss the origins of organic fertilizers, the different types of…
Introduction to Cannabis Testing
Ready to start testing your cannabis? Not sure where to begin? This session will explain the how’s and why’s of cannabis testing. Simon Bergeron will inform attendees about regulations, requirements, and best practices for testing within the cannabis industry.
Cannabusiness Technology, Compliance and Scaling Your Business
With so many new terms, such as seed-to-sale and track-and-trace, do you find yourself lost on what they all mean? Okay, sure, you may know the definition of each, but do you know how they apply to Oklahoma’s laws including the Unity Bill? Join the conversation with John Tytus, MJ Freeway’s onboarding consultant as he…
Consuming Cannabis Based on Terpenes
Ben Cassiday will provide an explanation of a classification system for cannabis-based on terpenes and cannabinoids, which focuses on personal experience rather than prescriptive outcomes.
How to Choose Software to Grow Your Canna-Business
The complexity of operating a cannabis business means the right software systems can be the difference between success and failure. Sean will help business owners prioritize growth with a simple strategy of ‘The Software Hierarchy of Needs.’ He will provide business owners with the tools to choose the software that is right for their business.
Advantages of a Security K-9
Irene Howcroft will inform and educate as to the effective value of security K9’s for the cannabis industry. Her company, Ruidoso Malinois, specializes in Belgian Malinois K-9 and she will discuss: • Differences between breeds, genetic strength, health, temperament and ability to work • Unique Security needs within the Cannabis industry and application of dogs…
Scientifically Driven Solutions to Maximize Plant Yield and Quality
In nature, plants interact with their surrounding ecosystems to form synergistic relationships. For example, plants interact with tens of thousands of soil microbial species to maximize benefits of nutrient cycling activities within the plant rhizosphere. Additionally, there are natural processes and predators in nature that work to protect plants by repelling and preying on pests….
Why Does Testing Take So Long: The Ins and Outs of Analytical Testing
Analytical Testing is a complex process that requires precision with each step. Instrument maintenance is also paramount to producing accurate results. With a greater understanding of the analytical process, growers and producers can have a better expectation of the outcome of their testing. In an easy-to-follow format, Ian Cameron hopes to educate growers and producers…
Soil Health: Hemp
Soil Health in relation to Hemp crop health. Soil fertility and plant nutrition play a vital role in maximizing hemp genetic potential to obtain high quality oil while minimizing inputs. Nutritionally balanced hemp plants are less susceptible to biotic and abiotic stressors such as disease, insects, weeds, wet/cold springs, droughts, salinity, etc. Balanced nutrition monitored…
How A Cannabis Commission Can Help Your Business Survive Interstate Commerce and More
It is inevitable that cannabis commerce in the United States will continue to evolve. How will your company meet the challenges of interstate commerce? Who will you rely upon to get out your message? How can you prepare your company to swim in that much larger pond? Shawn will share information on what commissions do…
Guidelines for Passing Cannabis & Terpene Contaminant Testing
In light of recent news highlighting the health risks associated with using cannabis products, retailers and cultivators alike are doubling down on testing standards to assure customers that their products are safe for long-term use. But with inconsistent state regulations and a total absence of federal oversight, how can new cannabis businesses know they are…
Cannabis Business Operations: The Basics Of What You Absolutely Need To Know If You’re Going To Operate In This Industry
This seminar will start by giving context to the current legal landscape of the cannabis industry. With this in mind, Erik will cover recently adopted rules impacting canna-business operations. There are two key players when operating in this highly-regulated industry: true parties of interest (TPIs) and the Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB). Understanding who…
Smart Tax Planning and Accounting Strategies for Your Budding Business
In this session Dani Espinda will educate cannabis businesses how to structure their business appropriately and navigate the state and federal tax laws unique to their industry. She will discuss: Best Options for entity/corporate structure for your budding business Federal Tax Overview State Tax & Local Tax Overview Tax Strategies …
Beyond Security Compliance to Market Differentiator
Every state has different security requirements that seem to be slight alterations of what was required for organizations that serve alcohol. Cannabis is a different vertical, gaining prominence in a different time. It requires a different look at security. Do you have operations in multiple states? Do you have a seed-to-sale operation? Do you have…
Sell Joy! How to Write Compliant Claims and Messaging for Your Cannabis Brand
When it comes to marketing and advertising cannabis, CBD and hemp products, the rules & regulations can be daunting. Making any sort of claims regarding the health benefits of these products is illegal based on a number of laws that are applicable to all foods and beverages, not just cannabis. The risks for breaking these…
The Future of Cannabis Marketing & Advertising Technology
Cannabis, CBD, Hemp & ancillary brands in our industry have been dealt a difficult hand when it comes to marketing & advertising solutions. As big business continues to tip-toe around entering cannabis, brands have been left behind, having to navigate new regulations and a lack of access to technology. It’s time for our industry to…
Modern Website Musts to Establish Credibility with Customers & Compete Online
48% of visitors cited website design as an important factor for determining business credibility, and there are 2.4 million people online daily. That’s a lot of opportunity. Don’t lose them at hello! A modern website adds value to your biz and instant credibility — and customers expect it. Learn real actionable tips to elevate your…
Understanding HVAC & Plant Dynamics in Grow Room Environments
This session will describe why the typical HVAC system design for grow rooms does not work. Also discussed will be the alternatives for controlling indoor environments to promote proper plant growth, maximize yields and minimize operating costs. Through well-informed choices in grow room climate conditions and equipment, growers can minimize operational costs while producing larger,…
Little Known Tips on How to Create Your Next Breakthrough CBD Product!
Have you ever launched a product, and whenever you see it finally sitting on the shelf, you think to yourself “this isn’t actually what I wanted”? Don’t worry, you’re not alone — we can all relate to that less-than-rewarding feeling when your vision starts to blur, getting lost in miscommunication with co-packers. This is where…
Fraud Detection and Prevention
Fraud is rampant in the marijuana industry. To protect your business means being armed with the knowledge necessary to detect and prevent fraud from business partners, employees, and customers. This presentation will provide you with that knowledge, taking you through the mindset of fraudsters, the various means they commit fraud, and how to prevent, detect,…
Move Your Market. Change the World: How Cannabis Companies Can Be Leaders in their Category with a Sustainability Message and Strategy
With more than 78 percent of consumers “changing their daily purchase habits and practices to positively impact the environment”, it’s no wonder that the global market for sustainability products and services reached $2.65 trillion — with another 1 trillion in opportunities “for brands that can effectively communicate their product’s sustainability attributes”. This market movement is…
Government Relations – Writing Your Own Future
In this presentation Ezra will focus on the importance of including government relations as a strategic part of your business plan. Government regulation and tax rates imposed on the marijuana and hemp industries determine the profitability and viability of your business plan. Don’t let others write your future! Stay engaged with your regulators and ensure…
Root and Cannabis and Green Peach Aphids, Oh My: Biology and Control of Aphids in Cannabis
Aphids in Cannabis threaten yields and in some cases require the grower to destroy a crop. They are by no means a new problem, but they create a unique set of challenges due to the limited research of control techniques in Cannabis and the limited tools available to growers. We can overcome some of these…
Gamifying the Workplace for Significant Productivity Improvements
The Cannabis industry has a labour problem. A large detailed-orientated labour force is required to meet stringent cleanliness requirements, achieve yield goals, and meet demanding quality expectations. Currently, large numbers of millennials are employed by the industry who have not shown a predilection towards these business requirements. This costs the cannabis firms untold millions in…
The States Of Cannabis Advertising
In this session, Flip will present the current marketing and advertising regulations for the cannabis / CBD industry, by giving an understanding of the regulatory nuances state-by-state and an overview of which available media channels are working best for the cannabis and CBD industry currently.
Cannabis Concerns in the Lab
The presentation will cover three topics of interest: 1. Frequency of cannabis on the market that fails for pesticides residues, based on the Oregon list and on the most common pesticides found. 2. The actual amount of CBD found in typical THC strains of cannabis, how this is accurately determined, and how labs often get…
The Importance of Food Safety in the Cannabis Industry
This presentation will review the importance of food safety in the cannabis industry, including the potential risks and steps for mitigation. In addition, the benefits of third party certification and the steps to certification will be covered.
The Secrets of Solventless Extraction
The Secrets of Solventless Extraction: A Seminar on How to Leverage Premium Rosins and Hashes for Your Business. This seminar will focus on teaching attendees the ins and outs of the premium infused products and concentrates space, specifically on solventless products, which command the highest price points of all concentrates across the board. In delivering…
Modulating vs Standalone Dehumidification
We’ve often referred to the importance of HVAC systems to every layer of the cultivator’s business. One of the complications with selecting the right designer or technology is that few cultivators are mechanical engineers. This really complicates the process of deciding which provider or technology is best for your facility. When it all sounds good,…
The secret to becoming a profitable Cannabis Cultivator
At Agro Lighting, we talk to growers on a daily basis about the challenges they face. Whether it’s environmental issues, facility limitations, or cultivation complications, there is always a common underlying thread that causes these seemingly unrelated problems.<br><br>In this presentation, you will learn about the most common causes that create challenges for commercial cultivation operations….
Ask Us Anything
Join Marc and Craig Wasserman the Pot Bothers at Law in an informative and entertaining seminar focused on cannabis law, building your brand, and featuring their infamous ask us anything Q&A.
Getting Banked: How to Get a Bank Account for Your Cannabis Business, and Keep It!
It’s a common misconception that the cannabis industry is unbanked. While compliance burdens inhibit many banks from entering the cannabis space, options do exist. In this session, you will learn about the current cannabis banking landscape, how banks view the different tiers of marijuana related businesses, and how you can get a bank account for…
Building a Cannabusiness: Application to Operations
MJ Freeway’s Director of Services Sales will walk you through what you need to know to plan for a profitable cannabusiness. You’ll learn strategies needed for permitting, planning for early stages of development and objectives required to develop a cannabusiness that meets regulations. Sheri will share a six-phased approach to becoming operational. This phased approach…
How to Work with Local Units of Government to Secure Facility Locations
One of the most import steps in building a successful cannabis company is location. With only just over 100 of Michigan’s 1,600 pus municipalities opting into allowing marijuana facilities we have a lot of work to do to create opportunities. We will give business owners the tools and strategies they need to effectively communicate and…
Maximizing Success While Overcoming Industry Obstacles
Heavy Metals, Vape Scare and COVID – OH MY! 5 Lessons Learned in Overcoming Obstacles in the Cannabis Industry with Jupiter Research
Sources of Heavy Metal Contamination in Cannabis
With this presentation, attendees will be able to identify and prevent some of the more common sources of heavy metal contamination in cannabis products. Emphasis will be on the sources from soils, water, and nutrients. Attendees will be introduced to real-world scenarios that are applicable to their own business.
Carbon: The Forgotten Macronutrient
The importance of carbon nutrition is often overlooked and forgotten in the cannabis industry, despite the prominent role it plays in determining final yield and quality. The primary target of this presentation is growers who are seeking to improve their results, and individuals who want to learn the mechanics of how carbon-based fertility programs work….
Extraction 101. Building the Right Infrastructure and Selecting the Right Solvents
Liquid Pressurized Gases are commonly used across many industries, including Cannabis and Hemp Extraction. These solvents offer many manufacturing advantages, but also raise important safety concerns for employers, employees, regulatory officials and local fire departments. These concerns can be mitigated by responsible use, storage, and transport of these solvents by well trained personnel. This presentation…
Hydrocarbons for the Botanical Extraction Industry
Will introduce extractors to the hydrocarbon industry, safe practices, leak detection systems, the importance of proper cylinder cleaning, valve options, container options, and maximum fill volumes into standard containers. Will be specifically targeting issues of concern for hydrocarbon extraction. General education on Normal Butane, Isobutane and Propane solvents. The extractors that use hydrocarbons would greatly…
Into the Weeds: A Deep Dive into 280E Cannabis Caselaw
The evolving cannabis industry offers exceptional opportunities for growth; however, cannabis businesses also face complex and challenging issues ranging from compliance with changing state and federal regulations to adherence with Section 280E of the IRS tax code. In this highly-regulated industry, we know that confusing accounting and tax laws can make running your business difficult….
Efficient Production of Greenhouse Hemp/Cannabis
Focusing on specific areas of improvement within greenhouse production that allows you to lower your operating expenses and maintain more complete control over your entire growing operation. From automation, to custom nutrients, to eliminating plant additives, lowering electrical demand, increasing labor efficiency, and capturing in house data and research. Highlight a handful of simple actions…
Strategically Navigate Oklahoma’s Cannabis Tax Frontier
The moment State Question 788 passed, Oklahoma entrepreneurial business owners were introduced to a brand new industry….tons of upside opportunity, but attached with complex tax and reporting ramifications. Virtually overnight, certain IRS Tax Code sections took on additional prominence and importance to Oklahoma cannabis business owners. It all starts with IRC 280E, expands to IRC…
Increase Dry Weight Yields By 24% By Doing This 1 Thing
Innovate and state of art techniques for growers to increase yields and concentrations of THC & CBD. This presentation will focus on improving the quality of the water used in their irrigation system.
Is Your Packaging Helping Your Product?
In this presentation, our CEO, Jack Grover will analyze different packaging materials commonly used in the industry. He will discuss each material’s advantages and disadvantages and, most importantly, what an operation’s package choices mean for their final product quality.
Industry Essentials for Finished Product Processing & Development
The cannabis & hemp industries are changing. As legalization expands & the preferences of medicinal & recreational consumers evolves, it is essential that processors not only understand what products the market demands & what tools are necessary to produce them; they must also invest in technologies that will accomplish those goals efficiently, cost-effectively & with rock-solid…
Scaling Up With Automated Trimmers, While Not Sacrificing The Flower’s Integrity
Tom has spent much of his life growing therefore, he understands what growers are up against. When growers are thinking of scaling up but worried about quality and dollar value. He invented gentle trimming technology within budget to help. He invented the bladeless batch Tumbler to help growers achieve the same hand trimmed quality, faster….
Germinating Cannabis Seeds in Soil
An introduction to seedling germination in soil. Step by step information and suggestions.
The Pot Brothers At Law
Join Marc and Craig Wasserman the Pot Bothers at Law in an informative and entertaining seminar focused on cannabis law and building your brand. Featuring their infamous ask us anything Q&A.
Growing Green
As energy demands continue to increase on the national level, the booming cannabis industry is expected to face challenges in energy costs, as well as sourcing of that energy. Increases in energy demand from emerging markets coupled with the aging energy infrastructure of the US will lead to limitations in the amount of energy pulled…
Reducing Labor Cost and Product Waste Utilizing RFID-based Compliance Solutions
In this session, we’ll look at how cultivators can use RFID-based technology solutions to reduce the labor cost associated with compliance and reduce the risk of damaging or contaminating plants in the facility. Traditional systems rely on barcode scanning to achieve compliance which requires physical interaction with each plant. This includes a huge time investment…
New Compliance Efforts and upcoming changes
Taylor Hartin, OMMA Deputy Director of Compliance & Enforcement, will be discussing new compliance efforts at OMMA, annual inspections, and upcoming changes to OMMA rules in 2021.
Essential Regulatory Considerations for Dispensaries
The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority has numerous rules and regulations for opening and running an Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Dispensary. Please join Vijay as he covers a variety of topics that are essential to anyone who owns or plans to own a Dispensary in the State of Oklahoma. Learn about how the following topics can impact…
True growing/processing facility construction costs
Managing the construction process of facility development can be a challenge especially with costs. If not carefully managed, the costs can escalate to a number that can hinder the success of the overall project. Learn strategies for controlling these costs based real-world experience.
The Importance of Food Safety in the Cannabis Industry
This presentation will review the importance of food safety in the cannabis industry, including the potential risks and steps for mitigation. In addition, the benefits of third party certification and the steps to certification will be covered. Participants will learn the importance of food safety in cannabis as well as the certification process and how…
Industry Essentials for Finished Product Processing & Development
The cannabis & hemp industries are changing. As legalization expands & the preferences of medicinal & recreational consumers evolves, it is essential that processors not only understand what products the market demands & what tools are necessary to produce them; they must also invest in technologies that will accomplish those goals efficiently, cost-effectively & with…
Cannabis Packaging 101: Containers and Automation
This presentation focusses on topics critical to cannabis organizations that have are considering automating their cannabis packaging operations.
Packaging in a Complex Regulatory Market
The presentation will focus on evolving regulatory trends in packaging and how brands can maintain compliance while still making a strong design impression. The industry is rapidly evolving with brands becoming more sophisticated in their approach to branding while still maintaining compliance with packaging restrictions. The presentation will highlight the evolution of regulations, the trends…
Marijuana Regulation in Michigan
In this seminar Andrew Brisbo will discuss the current status of the regulatory programs within the Marijuana Regulatory Agency, including the patient/caregiver registry, medical marijuana facility licensing, and the adult-use ballot initiative. He will convey the status of the regulatory programs under the Marijuana Regulatory Agency and enhance understanding of the overall environment for marijuana…
Social Consciousness for Cannabis Brands
If you look at the current make-up of the cannabis industry, you’ll see that a large percentage of these teams have something in common – they tend to be largely white and male. But why is cannabis unique in its needs for social equity reform? The cannabis industry was built on the backs of BIPOCs,…
Cannabis Business and Banking Solutions
There is a common misconception that cannabis businesses cannot transparently bank their businesses. There are a handful of banks here in Michigan that accept cannabis businesses openly. Allison will explain how lending works and what unique circumstances cannabis lending holds, as well as how businesses can save money utilizing alternative payment options in their banking…
Reducing Labor Cost and Product Waste Utilizing RFID-based Compliance Solutions
In this session, we’ll look at how cultivators can use RFID-based technology solutions to reduce the labor cost associated with compliance and reduce the risk of damaging or contaminating plants in the facility. Traditional systems rely on barcode scanning to achieve compliance which requires physical interaction with each plant. This includes a huge time investment…
Elevating the Science of Soil Crafting: Using Biochar to Increase Your Soil Microbe Population
The major focal points in this presentation will be 1.) the relationship between biochar and the grower’s soil and 2.) how biochar enhances microbe populations in their soil to create better plants. Mark and Laurie Mann will share application details of using biochar in growing mediums to enhance microbe growth, reduce soil compaction, and increase…
Cultivating secondary metabolites to boost your grow’s bottom line
As lighting technology becomes more sophisticated, lighting recommendations are also becoming increasingly complicated. The ability of LEDs to deliver specific spectra inevitably leads to questions about which spectrum is best for plant growth and which wavelengths can boost cannabinoid and terpene production. Therefore, understanding how and why light quality affects cannabis growth and metabolism is…
Accessing Debt Capital for Your Cannabis Operations
We will be providing a various examples of available capital including comparing equity versus debt. We present in a highly, interactive format with questions and audience participation that focus on their particular businesses and financing needs. Our presentations are generally widely attended and past feedback has been overly positive.
Michigan Cannabis Real Estate
The presentation will provide an overview of Cannabis real estate from a legal and licensing perspective, walking purchasers and sellers through the process of buying or selling real estate for a licensed cannabis use. Scott will educate buyers and sellers of cannabis real estate on the potential issues faced in cannabis real estate transactions, as…
Guidelines for Passing Cannabis & Terpene Contaminant Testing
In light of recent news highlighting the health risks associated with using cannabis products, retailers and cultivators alike are doubling down on testing standards to assure customers that their products are safe for long-term use. But with inconsistent state regulations and a total absence of federal oversight, how can new cannabis businesses know they are…
Integrated Pest Management Programs: Tips that will Save Your A$$
Michigan’s dynamic cultivation market is coming to life, and regulators are monitoring commercial cultivators for the proper pesticide use and application. Regardless of your crop size, the success of your cultivation is based upon three IPM pillars of action: 1) Proactive cultural and environmental controls, 2) Developing chemical & biocontrol strategies, and 3) Focusing on…
People, Process, Plants: Designing a High-Performance Cultivation Facility
In a cultivation facility, every square foot is valuable, as is how you design your support spaces and the workflow. Make a design mistake, and you will have reduced operational efficiency, leading to increased production costs, elevated contamination risks, and inadequate staging of your facility. Cultivation Space Programming is a critical component of the facility…
The Importance of Selecting the Right Products and Partner for Your Lab Build
This presentation is aimed at giving the audience the tools they need to navigate the industry. Giving the entrepreneurs who want to thrive all the knowledge they need. Knowing what to expect and how to strategically steer through various potential obstacles. Teaching our audience the possible products that can be made and translating those products…
Overview of the need for security at cannabis facilities.
Grady will demonstrate the need for security at all cannabis facilities.
Developing a Culture of Allyship in Your Organization
A diverse workforce is the first necessary step towards fostering equity and promoting inclusion. Many organizations that tout a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion struggle with seeing the benefits of a diverse workforce on their bottom line; organizations that are not innovating will not survive. This interactive session will challenge attendees to take their…
Sustainable Social Equity: People and Planet
UN released the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , an urgent call to align our efforts towards “a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet” by 2030. Unfortunately we have not made meaningful progress on these goals We cannot rely on governments and big organizations to fix the world’s problems. The time…
Modern Website Musts to Establish Credibility with Customers & Compete Online
48% of visitors cited website design as an important factor for determining business credibility, and there are 2.4 million people online daily. That’s a lot of opportunity. Don’t lose them at hello! A modern website adds value to your biz and instant credibility — and customers expect it. Learn real actionable tips to elevate your…
Innovative Solventless Solution
The world of extraction went from volatile to non-volatile by the demand of the end consumer. The purity and true value of using natural resources to extract resin such as ice, water, heat, and pressure is of the upmost value of an honest extraction. Access Rosin found this concept being the foundation in which a…
Financing your Cannabis Business
Discuss the best ways of financing either a startup or existing, plant-touching cannabis business. Answer such questions as; Is debt or equity better? How much “skin in the game” do I need? How to work with cannabis lenders? How do lenders make their decisions?
Profiting from Solventless: Tips and Tricks for Success
This professional insight-filled seminar will teach attendees how some of the most successful processing businesses leverage solventless SKUs to add profits to their bottom lines and boost their brand presence among the influencers that care the most. Presented by Josh Rutherford, CEO of Kush Masters, an award winning processing lab in Boulder Colorado, among other…
Scaling Up Post-Harvest Processing With Automated Systems
Current market conditions necessitate a shift to automated systems in order for businesses to grow and compete. Small, medium, and large operators will all need to automate in different ways in order to retain current market share and to capture new market share. Integrated automated systems bring huge advantages in product consistency, efficiency, and continuity…
Cannabis Ag-Tech Saves Food from Climate Change
As temperatures rise the world’s food supply is in jeopardy. The UN projects 25% of global food production could be lost by 2050 due to climate change, all while global population increases. That sets up a perfect storm: More people need food as growing regions shrink. For answers, experts are turning to cannabis which evolved…
Introduction to Cannabis Testing
Are you interested in starting a cannabis testing laboratory? Are you curious how to develop and/or implement internal analytical testing procedures for additional quality control? Navigating the world of Cannabis testing is quite an undertaking and can be overwhelming. Knowing some of the challenges ahead can greatly mitigate risks. From a grower’s perspective it is…
Resident Analytical Insight in Cannabis Manufacturing
The cannabis industry is at a very important precipice in its path to being a legitimate and trustworthy consumer space. As unheard-of investment, organizational mergers, and fierce competition feed the beast of cannabis commerce explosion, organizations must consider where quality fits into the picture. Harmonized federal guidance on the best practices for analysis of cannabinoid…
It’s Complicated: Workplace Safety in Cannabis
This presentation is an introduction to the complicated world of workplace safety and health. All employers have a legal responsibility to protect workers from the hazards in their operation. We identify the types of hazards that exist and how to create an effective safety plan for the cannabis workplaces that both protects employees and mitigates…
Achieving Genetic Potential with Nutrition and Stress Mitigation
This presentation will take a look at how plants function in their environment and how we as growers, can optimizer their performance by our nutritional strategy and biostimulant inputs. We will discuss university findings on stress mitigation and better plant production while defining commonly used inputs such as humic acid, fulvic acid, sea kelp, silica,…
The Future of Indoor Cultivation
With a rapidly increasing number of Cultivation Operations, it is critical for your business to focus on efficiency and profitability in order to achieve long term success. Join us to explore some of the most common costly mistakes and learn ways maximize your operation’s profitability. – Avoid common costly mistakes – Gain a better understanding…
Life after SAFE Banking — Unlocking Payments, Lending, and Other Financial Services for your Cannabis Business
The cannabis banking problem is well-known, but is often misunderstood. In this session, join Dan Roda, CEO of cannabis financial platform Abaca, for a discussion of the continued evolution in the availability of key financial products to cannabis operators. This presentation will include an overview and comparison of new lending and credit products for cannabis…
Pre-Roll Industry Trends & Insights
After surveying over 130 pre-roll manufacturers and brands across the United States and Canada, Custom Cones USA partnered with Headset to take a deep dive into all the trends, insights, and nuances about the pre-roll industry. Spanning everything from sales trends to packaging and equipment trends, Custom Cones and Headset were able to uncover new…
Getting the Most Out of Your Cannabis Phenotype
It is easy to lose track of the fundamentals along the way with new data constantly emerging and the latest cannabis cultivation trends always shifting. In this webinar, we’d like to take a step back and focus on the meaning of a phenotype and why it is a foundation to the success of your indoor…
Virginia’s New State Flower: Legalizing Cannabis in the Commonwealth
After years of inching towards legalization, the General Assembly finally passed the Virginia Cannabis Control Act in early 2021, but we are still far away from true commercial legalization. The Virginia Cannabis Control Act is complicated and subject to change, leaving both business owners and consumers without answers to fundamental questions. What we do know…
Medical Cannabis 101 – What clinicians and patients need to know
Cannabis (A.K.A. Indian Hemp, Gunjah, “Marijuana”, Bhang, Hashish, Industrial Hemp) is an ancient plant that has a 5000+ year history of cultivation and multipurpose use. From Fibers to oils to medicines, human being have been utilizing this versatile plant for millennia. In terms of medical application in the US, extracts of Cannabis have been listed…
Getting Legalization Right
My goal is to discuss key factors that are necessary from both the state and the operators as Virginia and other eastern states opt in to Cannabis legalization. To help others avoid the mistakes as cannabis pioneers.
Digging into Plant Health: The Role of Soil Microbes
It’s no secret that soil health is important. And for those looking to maximize the health of your soil, leveraging soil microbes is the key. Healthy soils can affect a number of results from yield, to disease suppression, nutrient availability and more. In this presentation, Holganix CEO and Founder, Barrett Ersek will discuss: 1. Best…
Packaging Your Product
Is the look of your package important? How do you differentiate yourself from the competition? Supply chain challenges: domestic vs off-shore manufacturing. What should you expect from your supplier? What packaging is possible? Educate the audience on print packaging and labeling. What specifics need to be forwarded to print vendor. Understanding production, timing, deliverability, and…
Breaking into the cannabis industry, what opportunity to choose?
Breaking into the cannabis industry. How to choose? This session will focus on new entrepreneurs that are entering the industry and how they will choose their cannabis career path. Since most of the attendees that come to MCBA are new entrepreneurs, they will benefit by understanding exactly what the right path is for them. This…
How & Why Develop A World-Class Premium Flower Operation Genetic Selecting & Strategic Cultivation
This seminar will include Regional Specific Genetics Bred in Plasticities The importance of a radical Cultivation programs specific to region zone, market and end product etc… Homozygosity is a necessity when starting from seed. Why tissue culture is the future for cannabis.
Cannabis Is Here, A look at Cannabis Law in Virginia
Cannabis will be a 1.2 billion dollar industry. Navigating through the legislation can be challenging. The presentation will focus on the key points from the legislation, make it plain, and discuss the varied issues surrounding the industry.
Making Sense of Cannabis Related Data
Through a real world look at operational data related to wholesale cannabis sales, order fulfillment and direct customer feedback related data, the presentation will help owners/operators of cannabis related businesses understand how to source basic data related to their operation. Specific examples including use of social media, eCommerce, inventory management and other tools are highlighted…
How to Strategically Navigate the Complex and Competitive Landscape of the Virginia Cannabis Market to Take your Business and Investments to the Next Level
As the expansion of the cannabis market resumes in the wake of the pandemic, investors are eager to enter the Virginia cannabis market which is projected to reach over $50 million in sales by 2024. An established regulated retail cannabis market in Virginia is on the horizon, however there are still hurdles to clear with…
Cannabis is Medicine; An MD’s Perspective from 10 years of recommending Medical Cannabis
Cannabis; one of the oldest, safest, best medicines on the planet. Billions have consumed it, with no recorded deaths. The science and anecdotal evidence supports its use for a wide range of medical conditions. It can be grown almost anywhere, and it smells amazing! Yet it is still criminalized in most places. We will look…
What Growers Need to Know About the Worker Protection Standard
Cannabis growers pest management practices may involve applying pesticides that require compliance with the Federal Worker Protection Standard (WPS). The goal of WPS is to inform and protect workers and handlers from exposure to pesticides as well as mitigate an exposure.
Building a strong online presence to bring in more retail traffic.
Join us as we talk about building a strong online presence for your cannabis business. We will talk through steps how to optimize your dispensary website and brand so that you can attract more customers!
Modern Website Musts to Establish Credibility with Customers & Compete Online
48% of visitors cited website design as an important factor for determining business credibility, and there are 2.4 million people online daily. That’s a lot of opportunity. Don’t lose them at hello! A modern website adds value to your biz and instant credibility — and customers expect it. Learn real actionable tips to elevate your…
LED Spectrum and Control as Key Ingredients for Healthy Plant Growth
What we will seek to offer is perspective on how to navigate the complexity of LED as a light source and more broadly lighting technology emerging today. The challenges facing those growing plants in doors is a challenge that offers significant advantage to those who understand what matters most. One question often asked is Why…
Increasing Profits with Correct Genetic Selection
Increasing Profits with Proper Genetic Selection The right genetics increase profits, while the wrong ones can sink your company. Having a clear goal for your next genetic acquisition is the key to making the correct selection. Effectively communicating that goal to a cannabis nursery owner allows them to help walk you through the options. There…
Improving the Customer Experience at Retail
To foster loyalty in today’s hyper-competitive recreational cannabis marketplace, brands and retailers must strive to know their customer’s ever-changing behaviors, preferences, desires, and motivations. Gaining this edge comes from tracking and monitoring shopper habits and behaviors in real-time from inside and outside of your physical store and event spaces while keeping data anonymous and compliant…
How DetroitTech will Free The Plant through technology.
Many have always believed DetroitTech moves the world. Since the automotive boom in the early 1900’s, it was Detroit that took the lead in that charge to move the world and change it as we know it. The new rise of the global cannabis chase has presented Detroit with yet again another opportunity to make…
Capturing the Cannabis Opportunity
The US Cannabis industry has experienced dramatic growth in recent years, growing 21% year over year for the past four years consistently. AffinityX is here to help you acquire more customers, sell more to your existing customer base, increase order size, and help you understand the behavior of your site visitors and customers. We are…
How Cannabis Retailers Can Benefit from Omni-Channel Sales
Running a cannabis retail operation is not easy. For many successful retailer operators, they’ve waited patiently for months and some times years to get licensed. Now that they’ve made it through the licensing gauntlet, its time open shop and start getting a return on their investment. The most successful retailers realize they need an omni-channel…
Building your ‘A” Team
Tired of replacing employees? Want to reduce the cost of attracting Talent? Are your growth plans in line with employee perspective? Want to know how you compare to your competition with retention? Building your ‘A’ takes time , effort and lots of planning. We will discuss options to achieve optimal success. CEO ,Craig Petersmark, The…
Legislative Watch in Lansing MI
Cynthia will inform and inspire prospective business owners to do business in Detroit. As well as, give a brief history and goings on in Lansing Michigan legislature.
Trends & Tools: Using the Right Equipment to Make Market-Hot Extracts & Concentrates
Extracts and concentrates have become dominant segments of the cannabis market. Available in a wide variety of formats, extracts and concentrates offer companies the ability to create unique formulations that appeal to a wide range of consumers – from connoisseurs to the cannacurious. But creating high-quality extracts and concentrates requires the right cannabis processing and…
How To Build a Culture of Compliance in the Ever Changing Cannabis Industry
There is one thing that will never change in the Regulated Cannabis Industry, and that is everything will always be changing. One of the key reasons that people fail in this industry is their inability to adapt to change. Change means learning how to manage their risks and having implementable systems in place as regulations…
The Economic Importance of Trimming Properly
The basic concept is give the listeners an overview of the importance of trimming cannabis properly. We will teach them how to properly pre-prep there flower for machine trimming, why this critical. We will teach the audience the financial benefits of this in terms of revenue savings We will teach the audience how properly used,…
Best Practices for Cultivation Methods
Join Primitiv’s director of Cultivation, Mike Sexton, as he discusses best practices for cultivation methods and how they fit into the overall synergy of the larger team. Mike will also discussthe importance of evolving education for a cultivation team. Lastly, he will share insights regarding innovation and the evolution of this industry, bridging the gap between what we…
The Future of Plant-Based Medicine
Calvin Johnson Jr., Education and Innovation of plant-based medicine. Join Primitiv co-founder and 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, Calvin Johnson Jr., discuss the importance of education and innovation in the cannabis industry, two pillars of Primitiv’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values (VMC). Johnson and his team want to continue leading scientific research of…
Transparency and Return on Ad Spend in Cannabis & CBD Advertising Solutions
Transparency and Return on Ad Spend – Both are hard to get! The FCC has recently allowed certain CBD products to appear on National advertising networks that go beyond Weedmaps™. We Handle 100’s of campaigns a month and keep our clients informed! Are you working with someone that has traditional Network Contacts? You Should Be….
The Collaboration Within the Michigan Cannabis Community and Why This Is So Important to the Sustainability of the Industry
Rob Sims, Community and Collaboration in Cannabis. Join Primitiv co-founder, Rob Sims, discuss the importance of coming together as a community in the cannabis space. From co-op cultivation opportunities, to product development, to providing assistance with sales and distribution, there is no community without collaboration. Sims will discuss who Primitiv is currently collaborating with and where…
Environmental Compliance in the Cannabis Industry
Expert(s) from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will provide an overview on the environmental impacts of growing and processing cannabis, best practices for managing those impacts, and the environmental regulations that apply to this industry.
Automating the Cannabis Industry
Automating the Cannabis Industry: -If you manufacture Isolate, distillate, or produce crude, this seminar is a MUST. Nyborg will show how you can implement an affordable automation system that will greatly increase productivity, and in bite sizes that enable you to quickly start making products more efficiently – and more cost effectively
Advanced Extraction Technology
A technical discussion on all the different types of extraction used in the cannabis industry with focus on the specific methods employed, and how to choose which type of extraction to use, for each type of product. The discussion will include an introduction to the latest extraction processes, and the possible future of processing cannabis…
How to permanently reduce your cost per pound
The is a great deal of discussion about the economics of the industry have changed (dramatically for many) and most focus on headcount. This leaves fewer people to deal with even more. Learn how industries like food processing and pharma leverage supplier consolidation to reduce their total cost of product acquisition and possession permanently while…
Legalization to Licensing: Opening Virginia’s Adult-use Retail Market
This panel discussion will provide an honest look at the looming obstacles and potential pathways to adult-use retail in Virginia. Hear from the state’s foremost experts at the center of the Commonwealth’s cannabis conversation including consumer, medical, hemp, and entrepreneurial perspectives. Panelists will answer the most asked questions about legalization in Virginia: 1. When can…
East Coast Emerging Markets
The cannabis industry has seen rapid growth over the past decade from its earliest regulated markets in Washington State and Colorado to a booming market in most states generating over $25 billion in annual revenues. As the East Coast continues to heat up with new markets coming online, it is important to learn the lessons…
A New Era: Preparing for Success in Virginia’s Emerging Adult-Use Cannabis Market
Adult-use cannabis sales are on the horizon for 2024 in Virginia, despite the industry structure still requiring a second legislative vote in 2023 and the recent reintroduction of some criminal penalties for possession. As the first southern state to legalize cannabis for adult-use, Virginia offers opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs to enter and dominate a…
Why Your Cannabis Business Needs a CRM
Between oversupply, maxed out-efficiencies and illegal markets, many cannabis retailers are trapped in a race to the bottom, losing money to compete for customer share. One of the best ways for these businesses to escape this destructive cycle is by adopting customer relationship management (CRM). The same customer using Netflix, Spotify, Instagram and Amazon daily…
Successful Start Ups Must Knows
Cannabis is an expensive industry to break into, so learning how to raise capital is key. Perception of a business’s professionalism matters, especially in the cannabis industry. During this session we will learn the basics of lender and investor preparedness. Because your preparedness when 1st approaching and connecting with the capital markets will directly affect…
Reaching Your Revenue Goals with Cannabis Data Analytics
As the cannabis industry matures, the market is becoming increasingly competitive for both licensed and ancillary businesses. Insight into established and emerging markets is now more valuable than ever as business owners are searching for ways to obtain new leads, make informed decisions, and expand their businesses. Data analytics is an important tool used across…
The Impact of Pre-Roll Automation
This presentation explores three crucial sub-topics centered around the significance of automated pre-roll manufacturing. Firstly, it delves into the rapid growth of pre-roll demands in the cannabis industry, shedding light on the increasing need for efficient and scalable production methods. Secondly, it examines the essential factors to determine whether a business is a suitable candidate…
Embracing Compliance to build a sustainable cannabis business
The session titled “Embracing Compliance to Build a Sustainable Cannabis Business” will delve into the critical role that compliance plays in ensuring the longevity and success of cannabis enterprises. Compliance is not merely a regulatory burden but a cornerstone for establishing trust, credibility, and operational stability within the rapidly evolving cannabis industry. This session will…
Optimizing Pest Management in Cannabis Cultivation: Effective Strategies and Sustainable Solutions
Join Alex as we delve into the world of pest management in cannabis cultivation. In this presentation, we’ll explore understanding practical strategies for implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and definitions tailored specifically to the unique needs of cannabis growers. From understanding the importance of pest identification to sustainable control methods, you’ll gain valuable insights…
Managing Cash Flow: Best Practices for Canna Businesses
This seminar will highlight importance of and best practices for managing cash flow for cannabis business owners. The following topics will be covered: 1) What is “Cash Flow”, and why it’s important to your business success 2) Cash, controls, and how to make sure you protect this crucial asset 3) How to project cash flow…
Building Plans Submittal and 3rd Party Plan Review
This session will highlight the key hurdles with building plans during the review process and how the 3 rd party plan review may help your business achieve a Certificate of Occupancy sooner rather than later. Due to the plan influx at the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal’s Office, OKIE Safety’s plan review division has recently been…
Overcoming Chaotic Cannabis Tax Issues
The moment State Question 788 passed, Oklahoma entrepreneurial business owners were introduced to chaotic tax reporting problems. Virtually overnight, certain IRS Tax Code sections took on additional prominence and importance to Oklahoma cannabis business owners and it has not gotten any better since that time. The cannabis industry is wrought with required reporting, compliance and…
How To Grow Mushrooms 101
Join us on a magical journey into the fascinating world of mushrooms. In this presentation, you will learn beginner and commercial techniques for mushroom cultivation. We will cover the basics of selecting the right culture, grain, and substrates as well as understanding the crucial environmental conditions for successful growth. With clear instructions and a live demonstration,…
Tales From Testing: Weird, interesting, and true stories from the compliance lab
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes in an OMMA compliance testing lab? Curious about what happens to your weed once it enters our doors? Let’s answer those questions. In this presentation, I will present a brief overview of compliance testing before diving into a few of the most peculiar test results we…
Finding Your Voice In A Dispensary
This presentation delves into the integral role of neighborhood dispensaries within medical marijuana communities and states, highlighting the deep connections formed between dispensary staff and their clients. At the core of the discussion is the unique position of dispensaries as community hubs, akin to traditional gathering places such as churches, bars, or barbershops. The speaker,…