Understanding The Social Equity Cannabis License Rules
Free public webinar to help prospective social equity applicants seeking one of 26 cannabis licenses.
PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 26, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Arizona Cannabis Chamber of Commerce is holding a public webinar on June 16 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss why expungement is a critical topic for any social equity applicant.
The current Arizona draft rules place expungement front and center to the application process. Our panel will dive into the details about expungement and how it will factor into being awarded one of the 26 social equity licenses. Our panelists will also discuss how the industry can influence The Arizona Department of Health Services to create an even more robust social equity program.
Khadijah Adams, CEO of Girl Get That Money and a member of the NCIA Diversity Committee will moderate the panel. Confirmed panelists include:
Tom Dean – Attorney & Founder at Attorney for Cannabis
George W. Biederman – Attorney & Partner at Biederman Law
Janet Jackim – Attorney & Partner at Zuber Lawler
Gary Smith – Attorney & Partner at Guidant Law
Seun Adedeji – CEO and Owner of Elev8 Dispensary
Mike Robinette – Southern Arizona Executive Director, AZ NORML
The public can register for the webinar at https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CmbZWv3-Q42tzLgdIpNmqQ
About AZ Cannabis Chamber of Commerce
The Arizona Cannabis Chamber of Commerce https://www.azc3.org/ is a networking organization established in late 2018 for the purpose of providing education, support and networking for those currently involved, or those who want to become involved, in the emerging industry. Board members include interim board president Susan S. Hwang, Melissa Diaz, Barbara Dow, Danielle Hernandez, Janet Jackim, Dustin Klein, Kim Prince, Gary Smith and board secretary Tina Dancer. For information, visit AZC3.org, email info@azc3.org, or write 60 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, Arizona 85281.
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Cookies and WebberWild Join Forces to Launch Cookies U
A purpose-driven partnership to fund opportunities aimed at achieving an equitable cannabis industry
HUMBOLDT, Calif., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Cookies’ Social Impact Program, an initiative by international cannabis brand COOKIES dedicated to creating a more equitable and accessible cannabis industry, and WebberWild Impact Foundation “WebberWild,” a non-profit organization that funds education and training for persons of color pursuing careers in the cannabis sector, announced today the formation of a purpose-driven partnership to provide resources and create opportunities within the cannabis industry that empower communities and people who have been marginalized.
Initially, the partners will leverage their shared resources to establish Cookies U, a high-impact, hands-on educational experience being launched in Humboldt County that will become the model for subsequent campuses across the country. Cookies U will recruit students from communities impacted by the War on Drugs and provide a three-month long intensive and comprehensive educational curriculum to prepare them for a sustainable career in the cannabis industry. Tuition and housing will be covered through the partnership, and eligible students can receive additional coverage for lost wages, daycare expenses, and other necessities that may otherwise make participation in the program inaccessible.
“Knowledge and hands on experience are priceless. I wouldn’t be here today, in the position I’m in, if it wasn’t for the 20 years of hands on experience,” said Berner, Founder and CEO of Cookies. “I started as a budtender and worked my way up. Cookies U will provide people from groups that have been marginalized with the opportunity to learn the Business from A-to-Z. It feels good to be in a position to share this knowledge, passion, and love for the industry with people. I truly believe this is one area that has been missing for Social Equity in cannabis.”
“Not only have minorities been excessively punished and incarcerated for cannabis while others profited, but they have had unequal access to education, which perpetuates cycles of low-pay and unemployment. It is crucial that we allow those who have been impacted by the Drug War and racism to participate and benefit from the cannabis industry,” said Chris Webber, entrepreneur, five-time NBA All-Star, 2021 Basketball Hall of Fame, and Co-Founder of WebberWild. “Working with Berner and Cookies allows us to diversify representation within the cannabis industry and provide people from these communities with the tools they need for long-term success.”
Cookies U participants will be priority hires for Cookies and also all of Cookies’ partners (if they so choose) across the supply chain, including retail, cultivation, extraction and distillation, marketing and corporate finance. In addition to Cookies U, the partners will pursue other opportunities central to the mission of tearing down inequalities and creating a more accessible industry, such as community outreach, government relations, and engaging with other curriculum partners.
Students interested in applying for Cookies U can fill out a form online anytime from May 20-June 3 at https://www.impact.cookies.co/cookies-campus on the Cookies’ Social Impact Program website. Applicants must be California residents in order to apply.
About Cookies Social Impact Program
Cookies is a cannabis brand formed by a shared vision: bringing communities together for positive impact. Cookies’ Social Impact Program is comprehensive. Their mission is to target issues crucial to creating a more equitable and accessible industry. To accomplish this goal, they support social equity initiatives through public outreach, education, and reinvestment in communities negatively impacted by the War on Drugs. They partner with local organizations already making positive impacts, helping to restore the livelihood of families and individuals while providing opportunities to advance careers.
About WebberWild
The WebberWild Foundation is a non-profit organization focused on training and education for persons of color pursuing careers in the cannabis sector. The foundation is affiliated with the Webber Wild Impact Fund, LP that invests in companies led by entrepreneurs of color pursuing careers in the cannabis sector and provides them with an ecosystem of business resources that will facilitate research and development (R&D), cultivation, retail licensing, distribution, branding and marketing. The fund was co-founded by five-time NBA All-Star and 2021 Basketball Hall of Fame Chris Webber and Jason Wild, Founder and CEO of JW Asset Management.
Contact:
Rosie Mattio
Mattio Communications
rosie@mattio.com
