The most influential marijuana business conference and trade show in the industry returns, featuring industry leaders, federal lawmakers, and three days of in-depth education

DENVER, CO – The National Cannabis Industry Association, the only national trade association representing the businesses of the legal marijuana industry, will hold its second annual national conference, the Cannabis Business Summit and Expo, from June 29 through July 1 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.

The Summit will offer cannabis business leaders three days of in-depth discussions and workshops, exploring business best practices, cutting-edge technological advances, and marijuana policy developments on both the state and federal levels. Three Members of Congress – Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Rep. Jared Polis (D-CO), and Rep. Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA) – are confirmed to participate in the Summit or the popular Cannabis Carnival benefit concert taking place on June 30.

The Cannabis Business Summit is positioned for business owners and operators across multiple verticals in the cannabis industry. Several topic-oriented tracks will give attendees the opportunity to focus on their area of expertise. Tracks offered include: Running Your Cannabusiness; Cultivation and Processing; Money Matters: Finance, Accounting and Insurance; and The Law, Policy and Reform; as well as Emerging Topics offering attendees an open forum to discuss industry updates and trends. Featured educational sessions will highlight some of the industry’s leading pioneers and innovators.

More information about the Cannabis Business Summit, including a full list of speakers and a detailed agenda, can be found at CannabisBusinessSummit.com.

Media passes for the Cannabis Business Summit may be requested by emailing communications@thecannabisindustry.org. Please include the full name of the individual seeking a pass, the media outlet represented, and an email address and phone number where he or she can be reached. While NCIA will make every effort to honor legitimate requests, capacity is limited, so passes are not guaranteed.

Conference Highlights:

• Educational facility tours and workshops
• Investor Demo Day Event, featuring a select group of cannabis startups
• Second Annual Cannabis Carnival benefit concert, featuring an eclectic lineup of world-class musicians
• Multiple networking opportunities.

Hot Topics:

• Analyzing the Current Market Data
• Packaging and Labeling & Preparing for Future Regulations
• Litigation Issues
• Analysis of Different Lighting Technology
• Testing for Pesticides and Fungi
• Boutique Cannabis – The Case for Small Business
• Trademark Enforcement
• Private Equity & Investment
• The Importance of Standard Operating Procedures
• National Outlook on Evolving State-Wide Cannabis Regulations
• Analyzing & Driving Customer Loyalty
• The Greener Way – Steps towards a Sustainable Industry
• Patient Relief

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