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EAS Virtual Seminars and Short Courses: Your Key to GMP Compliance!

Improve your compliance expertise with EAS Virtual Training Programs!

Developed by our internationally recognized team of consultants, our short courses and seminars help you to understand FDA’s regulatory requirements and improve your company’s compliance.

With over 150 consultants, EAS offers widespread expertise in all FDA regulated industries. We can also design a custom program specific to your needs. Contact us for more information.

Do you understand how to perform an unbiased and scientifically sound OOS investigation?
December 15-16, 2020

Understanding EU Food legislation is critical to compliance success.
January 12-13, 2021

Stay ahead of the curve, standardize your product quality and be a leader in your industry.
January 20-21, 2021

Understand compliance requirements and responsibilities of domestic and foreign firms who manufacture, label, pack or hold dietary supplements for sale in the United States, including those involved with the testing, quality control and distribution of supplements.
February 2, 4, 9 & 11, 2021

 

InSpire Transpiration Solutions to Host Cultivation Webinar Series

InSpire Transpiration Solutions to Host Cultivation Webinar Series

Leading HVAC solutions company will discuss how cultivators can uncover profitability
through an understanding of cannabis plant culture 

 

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – April 29, 2020 – InSpire Transpiration Solutions, an HVAC products and services provider focused on controlled environment horticulture to optimize product quality, is excited to announce a new webinar series exploring important topics for cannabis cultivators. The series will focus on the concept of cultural control, the practice of modifying an indoor growing environment to maximize photosynthetic outputs and reduce the prevalence of unwanted pests and pathogens. Cultural control is an important part of a cultivation operation’s environmental control strategy, and is directly related to managing factors like grow room temperature, relative humidity, CO2 levels and regulating pests.

The webinars will feature discussions on how cultivators can optimize product quality and increase profitability through a deep understanding of cannabis climate control plant culture. “The 10 Cardinal Parameters of Plant Health and Vitality” is the first event in the series, and will take place on Thursday, May 7 at 10:00 a.m. PT.

“Successful cannabis cultivation depends on many variables, including an intimate understanding of your plants that goes beyond basic needs for growth,” said Adrian Giovenco, CEO of InSpire Transpiration Solutions. “A consistent cultural and environmental control strategy can help cultivators maximize plant genetics, optimize product quality and yield, and influence overall plant health and vitality.”

The webinar series will be hosted by industry experts Jesse Porter and Robbie Batts of InSpire Transpiration Solutions. Porter brings more than a decade of experience to his role as Cannabis Business Specialist where he helps cultivators mitigate risk and maximize profits. Batts is InSpire’s co-founder and Chief Technology Officer with expertise in designing, selling and commissioning HVAC systems for grow rooms. Porter and Batts will bring their breadth of knowledge in cultivation science and technology to guide the conversation and answer questions in real time.

“The 10 Cardinal Parameters of Plant Health and Vitality” will explore the 10 most important factors that influence plant growth and plant health, and the impact these factors have on plant transpiration and vapor pressure deficit (VPD). Understanding these cardinal parameters allows cultivators to manipulate VPD to optimize plant genetics, biomass, phenotype expression and other elements that influence product quality.

To register for the first webinar in the series, visit: https://webinar.ringcentral.com/webinar/register/WN_DEtcL5z3TCugSldekW1fPQ.

 

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About InSpire Transpiration Solutions

InSpire Transpiration Solutions provides integrated heating, ventilation, air conditioning and dehumidification (HVACD) solutions for indoor and greenhouse horticulture with a mission to help clients maximize revenue, optimize product quality and output, mitigate risk and reduce operating expenses. Leading the way with over 50 years of combined HVACD experience and nearly two decades in the cannabis industry, InSpire is an equipment and controls manufacturer specializing in building large-scale and commercial grow room HVACD systems to deliver stable climate control throughout the entire cannabis supply chain. Combining a background in mechanical engineering and cannabis science, InSpire partners with clients to meet their specific goals through all phases of commercial controlled environment grow room construction, from HVAC system design and build to constant commissioning and optimized SOPs required for cannabis facility maintenance. Based in San Francisco, InSpire works with clients throughout the United States and Canada. https://inspire.ag @inspire_transpiration

Media Contact

Morgan Whitehouse, morgan@campbellconsulting.com

 

Morgan Whitehouse
Public Relations

 

Fox Rothschild Hosts Webinar: Beyond Bankruptcy – Options for Cannabis Companies

Bankruptcy Isn’t a Choice for the Cannabis Sector, But Options Exist

Complimentary Webinar
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 | 2 pm ET | 11 am PT

Cannabis businesses that encounter financial difficulty or insolvency may require assistance to restructure or liquidate. Unfortunately, because cannabis remains an illegal, Schedule 1 drug under federal law, bankruptcy is not an available option.

Join William Bogot, Michael Herz and Peter Roberts for a discussion of bankruptcy alternatives for cannabis companies in distress.

Topics will include:

  • An overview of bankruptcy cases and issues
  • Potential alternatives to bankruptcy
  • Cross-state and international issues

REGISTER NOW

Metrc got you stressed? Level up your knowledge with help from experts

Metrc affects cultivators, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers alike. There’s a lot of frustration around using Metrc, and it presents unique challenges for every operation.

The Metrc Master Series is an event series led by industry experts that’s designed to present a broad overview of Metrc and how it affects each part of the supply chain. The goal is to provide valuable education and open up dialogue amongst participants to discuss real-life situations that impact day-to-day operations.

Presentations and Q&A sessions will be led by Blaine Hatab, CEO of Distru, David Hua, CEO of Meadow and Max Esdale, Head of Compliance and Community at Meadow, Matt Mayberry, CEO of Trym, Steve Albarran, CEO of Confident Cannabis, Brad Bogus, VP, Marketing at Confident Cannabis and Stacey Hronowski, CEO of Canix.

“The event provided a platform for open discussions with professionals that are in METRC, dealing with the same problems we all face, and sharing solutions that work!” –Jennifer Gallerani, Blackbird, Director of Compliance

There will be 12 events across California from February 24, 2020 – March 26, 2020. Click an event below to register:

Sacramento – Monday, Feb. 24 at 5pm

Santa Rosa – Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 5pm

Eureka – Thursday, Feb 27 at 5pm

Burbank – Monday, Mar. 2 at 5pm

Victorville – Tuesday, Mar. 3 at 5pm

Downtown LA – Wednesday, Mar. 4 at 5pm

Cathedral City – Monday, Mar. 16 at 5pm

Long Beach – Tuesday, Mar. 17 at 5pm

San Diego – Thursday, Mar. 19 at 5pm

Salinas – Monday, Mar. 23. At 5pm

Santa Cruz – Tuesday, Mar. 24 at 5pm

Oakland – Thursday, Mar. 26 at 5pm

 

 

Distru is the No. 1 metrc-integrated software platform for manufacturers and distributors. It’s the all-in-one tool that provides inventory management, order management, CRM, live menus, accounting, reporting and more.

Fox to Host Cannabis Law Forum in San Francisco

San Francisco, CA – October 21, 2019 – Fox Rothschild LLP invites California-based cannabis business owners and operators to the firm’s Cannabis Law Forum in San Francisco on Wednesday, November 13, 2019.

Businesses in this exciting, emerging area face unique issues – especially while the consumption of marijuana remains prohibited at the federal level.

Fox Cannabis Law Practice Co-Chairs William Bogot and Joshua Horn and Partner Melissa T. Sanders will team up with industry leaders and innovators to offer insight on some of the most pressing issues in the cannabis business, including complex regulations, tax issues, banking hassles and more.

Fox’s nationwide Cannabis Law Practice, comprised of more than 50 attorneys skilled in various legal disciplines, counsels growers, distributors, processors, investors and others, including suppliers of ancillary products and services, in corporate, regulatory, mergers and acquisitions, litigation and tax matters.

The event will be held at the 111 Minna Gallery. For additional information and registration, visit Fox Cannabis Law Forum.

About Fox Rothschild LLP
Fox Rothschild LLP (www.foxrothschild.com) is a full-service law firm built to serve businesses of all sizes as well as individuals. Over the past 100 years, we have grown to 950 lawyers nationwide. Clients come to Fox because we understand their issues, their priorities and the way they think. At Fox, we care about your success as much as you do.

* Please be mindful that possessing, using, distributing and/or selling marijuana is a federal crime, and no legal advice we give is intended to provide any guidance or assistance in violating federal law nor will it provide any guidance or assistance in complying with federal law. Please also note that we are not advising you regarding the federal, state or local tax consequences of engaging in any business in this industry.

 

Kukuza Announces New Monthly Educational Series

THE IMPORTANCE OF A RAPID DIAGNOSTIC (WEBINAR)

Does your cannabis company have what it takes to quickly grow?

In the first episode of The Joint, a new monthly event series by Kukuza Associates, CEO Dave Roberson reveals in a short executive webinar (15 minutes) how a rapid assessment of your various finance functions can be a great ‘check up” about your company’s growth potential. A quick analysis of 16 dimensions of your finance systems and processes will shed important light on what’s already in place to spur growth-and what still needs some attention. Do you know how you’re doing in the 16 areas of finance that are the lifeline of your business? Learn more about it in this fast-paced, 15 minute session.

You’ll learn:

  • How cannabis companies benefit from a finance “check up”
  • The importance of knowing where you are, as you prepare for growth
  • Eye-opening results that the Rapid Diagnostic provided to a young edibles manufacturer

Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Time: 10:00am PT / 1:00pm ET (15 minutes)
Register: https://kukuzaassociates.com/thejoint1/

Speakers:
Dave Roberson, CEO, Kukuza Associates
Lauren Kershner, Marketing, Kukuza Associates (Host)

Kukuza Announces Free Diagnostic to Prepare Cannabis Companies for Scaling and Growing Their Business

Is your company’s finance function ready for the big leagues? Get your free checkup and find out!

Newark, Calif., August 15, 2019 — Kukuza Associates LLC, a cannabis-dedicated subsidiary of RoseRyan, today has introduced the Kukuza Rapid Diagnostic: a new tool that the Silicon Valley-based finance and accounting consultancy is offering for free to cannabis companies intent on reaching their potential.

Designed to rapidly assess the most important dimensions of a cannabis company’s finance and operational capabilities, the diagnostic takes two hours to complete with a Kukuza team member. And what do companies get? Critical feedback so they can handle what’s necessary for effectively scaling and growing their business.

The Kukuza Rapid Diagnostic determines if the financial foundation of the cannabis company has what’s needed to achieve future milestones and satisfy investors, by evaluating the overall systems, processes and finance function of the business. For companies facing growth issues and tough budgeting decisions, the diagnostic helps them prioritize what needs improving.

Explains Dave Roberson, CEO of Kukuza, which means “potential” in Swahili, “We think this simple yet comprehensive dialogue, guided by the diagnostic’s finely tuned questionnaire, will engage cannabis company leaders and ready them for growth.”

He adds, “That’s what our firm is all about and that’s why we’re offering the Kukuza Rapid Diagnostic for free, at least initially—we want to ignite interest in it and be the rocket fuel to as many cannabis companies as possible. This diagnostic lights the way for them, rapidly, so they can make the right investments in their companies.”

How It Works: Digging into the Financial and Operational Health of the Cannabis Company

For cannabis operators leading companies of any kind or size, the diagnostic is easy to do, taking roughly two hours for the dialogue about their business. The Kukuza Rapid Diagnostic looks under the hood and evaluates 16 functional areas—such as growth plans, operations, competition, debt, and supply chain—that affect a company’s ability to sustain growth.

Developed from RoseRyan’s consulting work with growing businesses since 1993, primarily in Silicon Valley and the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the diagnostic zeroes in on whether there’s an internal infrastructure that can deliver steady, reliable financial information for decision-making and outside eyes. According to Roberson, any missing pieces will hold back fast-moving companies at critical times.

Comments Roberson, who recently joined the NCIA’s Banking & Financial Services Committee, “People leading cannabis companies get to talk about their favorite subject—their business! This powerful exercise provides perspective from our expert finance and accounting team, and it will benefit any company that wants to dig into what they’ll need to move ahead with their big plans.”

Scorecard Provides Easy to Understand Feedback

During the course of the conversation, all 16 functional areas are scored on a 1-5 scale, as the cannabis company quickly identifies strengths and weaknesses in its financial strategy and operations. Then a consolidated score in the form of a dashboard displays the company’s overall financial readiness, providing valuable information that is easy to understand and act upon. In areas of weakness, the company will be advised on what’s needed to improve.

This overall snapshot is also a window into the company’s operational health. “The diagnostic’s readout provides a high level view of a company’s situation, and one of its real gifts is the chance for leaders to easily internalize what’s needed,” comments Roberson, whose article on the elements of a strong financial foundation for companies was published this month in Marijuana Venture.

Sign Up for Your Company’s Complimentary Rapid Diagnostic Today

Company leaders can jumpstart their understanding of how far they’ve come and what’s needed next by using the Kukuza Rapid Diagnostic. Go here to learn more and request yours today: https://kukuzaassociates.com/cannabis-business-solutions/rapid-diagnostic/

About Kukuza Associates

Kukuza Associates LLC is a Silicon Valley-based consulting firm dedicated to helping cannabis businesses go further, faster with great finance that’s steeped in sound operations. As a RoseRyan company, we deliver strategic finance, outsourced accounting, financial reporting and analysis, internal controls and business transaction support, and our roots in cannabis go back to 2014. Learn more about our robust, flexible solutions at www.kukuzaassociates.com. Follow us on Twitter @Kukuza_Assoc and on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/kukuza-associates-llc.

 

What You Need to Know When Opening a Dispensary in Michigan and Missouri

When a new cannabis market opens like Missouri and Michigan, there’s always a mix of excitement and trepidation for entrepreneurs. The complex legalities of any cannabis market can feel intimidating and, as a result, many people interested in opening a dispensary never make it past the first page of the license application.

New cannabis markets attract hundreds, even thousands of applicants, but only a select group will receive one of the limited cannabis licenses available. To be one of the chosen few, applicants must learn everything they can to make their application stand out, increasing their chances of winning a coveted license. That’s why Cova is hosting free, educational seminars this summer on how to open a dispensary in Missouri and Michigan. And for those who have already received a license, these seminars will teach them how to be successful and stand out in a crowded field.

With Missouri’s final cannabis regulations released, the state will begin accepting cannabis license applications on August 3, 2019. The licenses will be granted to the first 192 highest-scored applicants. In Michigan, to get in the game now and ready your business for recreational cannabis, it’s wise to apply for a medical marijuana license now. MMJ licensed businesses in Michigan will be grandfathered in to open a recreational retail store.

With these developments quickly approaching, it’s time to prepare. By attending Cova’s free seminars, canna-preneurs can avoid major mistakes in the licensing process, learn best practices for opening a dispensary, and feel confident about their decision to trailblaze in a quickly growing industry.

Cova’s free spring seminars will take place in the following cities. All you have to do is sign up and show up to get a wealth of free knowledge.

  • Kansas City, Missouri (June 11th)
  • St. Louis, Missouri (June 12th)
  • Livonia, Michigan (July 9th)
  • Saginaw, Michigan (July 10th)

 

4 Takeaways You’ll Gain from Cova’s Michigan & Missouri Cannabis Seminars

 

How to Open a Cannabis Dispensary in Missouri & Michigan

 

In this session, you will learn exactly what it takes to open a dispensary in Missouri and Michigan. This includes the 1) key costs of opening and operating a dispensary; 2) the information you need for a successful dispensary business plan and marijuana license application; and 3) tips on dispensary design that will make your store functional and memorable.

Michigan & Missouri Dispensary Regulations 

 

To be a successful cannabis dispensary owner in these new markets, it’s crucial to understand the basics of dispensary regulations in Michigan and Missouri. Cova’s team will highlight some of the most common compliance issues and how you can avoid them. Plus, they’ll explain the cannabis tax structures and reporting requirements.

 

Best Practices for Opening a Cannabis Store

 

Now you know what it takes to get your cannabis license approved in Michigan and Missouri and how to avoid compliance issues. Next, you’ll learn best practices for running a cannabis shop. This session includes information on cannabis inventory management, what metrics you need to track to measure your store’s success, and employee recruiting and management tips.

How to Use POS Technology to Manage Your Dispensary

 

 

Running a dispensary without proper technology can lead to a compliance disaster fast. Cova will show how a cannabis-friendly Point of Sale (POS) system is essential for managing a compliant dispensary.

With 20 years of retail experience and drawing on years of cannabis business knowledge from experts, these free seminars will save you costly consultant fees and set you up for success in running a compliant cannabis business.

To learn how to open a marijuana dispensary in Missouri, RSVP here. To RSVP for a free seminar in Michigan, click here.

 

About Author

Faai Steuer is VP of marketing at Cova Software, the fastest growing cannabis retail POS in North America. An entrepreneur at heart, she has a passion for growing startups and building brands. With 20 years of marketing experience in CPG and retail tech, she lends her knowledge and best practices to help cannabis entrepreneurs in the US and Canada open their first store and grow their business through vital thought leader content. Faai oversees the strategies and executions of Cova public relations, content marketing, social media, events, and campaigns.

 

WEBINAR: Going Public in Canada – Is Your Cannabis Company Ready?

Join our panel of experts from MNP, Aird & Berlis, the Canadian Securities Exchange, MGO | Ello Cannabis Alliance and Haywood Securities Inc. as we take you through the steps needed to go public in Canada.

Listing in Canada provides greater access to capital and liquidity for shareholders, and provides a currency with which to grow your business. Trading in Canada also provides access to investment bankers and analysts, executive talent and independent directors, and legal and accounting professionals who have accumulated vast expertise working in the sector over several years.

What lessons have we already learned from the Canadian market and how can these lessons be applied to emerging markets around the world? How can global companies get listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange as the industry moves into its next phase?

Our speakers will identify best practices and advantages for cannabis businesses listing in Canada and what considerations may arise when doing so.

Topics include:

·         How to go public in Canada
·         Access to capital
·         Professional services and other resources
·         Lessons learned and what may come next

Date: Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET (8:00 – 9:00 a.m. PT)
Cost: FREE

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

CANNABIS PREP WORKSHOPS COMING TO ST. LOUIS, SPRINGFIELD, AND KANSAS CITY IN FEBRUARY

Industry-leading cannabis consultants Canna Advisors and Cannabis Trainers team up to prepare Missouri entrepreneurs for success in the upcoming medical cannabis market roll-out Industry-leading cannabis consultancy Canna Advisors will be holding in-depth workshops for cannabis business hopefuls in three Missouri cities next month.

The “Getting Ready for New Markets” workshops, designed to prepare attendees for success in licensing and establishing cannabis businesses as the Missouri market opens up, are scheduled for:
St. Louis – Feb. 18, 5:30-9pm University of Missouri- St. Louis, J.C. Penney Conference Center, 1 University Drive
Springfield – Feb. 19, 5:30-9pm University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center, 333 S John Q. Hammons Parkway
Kansas City – Feb. 20, 5:30-9pm The Guild, 1621 Locust Street

The workshops will feature industry pioneers and Canna Advisors co-founders Jay and Diane Czarkowski, sharing insights and lessons learned over more than a decade of work in regulated cannabis markets. In 2009 the Czarkowskis opened one of the first licensed medical cannabis dispensaries in Colorado, and since founding Canna Advisors six years ago, have guided cannabis business clients in 29 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, and Canada. “We know there is a huge amount of excitement – and just as much uncertainty – about how the medical cannabis market will unfold in Missouri,” said Diane Czarkowski, a native of Kansas City. “We’re passionate supporters of medical cannabis, and we want to help make the roll-out as successful as it can possibly be for Missouri’s cannabis entrepreneurs and the patients they’ll be serving.”

Workshop attendees will also learn from other expert members of the Canna Advisors team, covering topics including: preparing a successful license application, launching and funding a cannabis business, and building a cannabis brand that resonates with patients. The Canna Advisors team will be joined by Maureen McNamara of Cannabis Trainers, a leading provider of education and training programs for cannabis industry employees. McNamara has more than 20 years of experience in food safety and compliance education and developed some of the industry’s first cannabis-specific food safety and responsible vendor curricula.

Tickets for the workshops are currently on sale at an “early bird” rate of $199. Prices increase to $249 after Feb. 1.
St. Louis – https://cannabistrainers.com/events/st-louis-mo-roadshow/
Springfield – https://cannabistrainers.com/events/springfield-mo-roadshow/
Kansas City – https://cannabistrainers.com/events/kansas-city-mo-roadshow/

A limited number of press passes for the workshops are available to credentialed members of the media. For information about eligibility and to apply for a press pass, please email lisa@thinkcanna.com.

About Canna Advisors
Led by founders Diane and Jay Czarkowski, Canna Advisors has been a trusted partner to cannabis business clients in 29 states, Puerto Rico, Guam, and Canada. Named the #1 consulting firm in the industry by Cannabis Business Executive, the Canna Advisors team delivers more than 100 years of combined industry experience in license procurement, facility design and optimization, operational management support, business development, branding, and marketing. Founded in 2013, Canna Advisors is celebrating six years of building the industry as entrepreneurs, investors, and advocates, and was honored with the 2018 Industry Award of Excellence by the National Cannabis Industry Association. For more information, visit ThinkCanna.com.

Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc. to Revolutionize the Cannabis Industry by Unleashing the Power of Blockchain

Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc. (“Leafbuyer or the “Company”) (OTCQB: LBUY), a leading cannabis technology company, announced today, it has launched development of a large-scale platform based on blockchain technology. This development is aimed at increasing the value of the Leafbuyer network for both its dispensary partners and consumers who use Leafbuyer.com.

Blockchain is a secure environment used to decentralize and distribute a public ledger, which is inherently resistant to tampering with transaction records and minimizing fraud. The technology will enable Leafbuyer to capitalize on its rapidly expanding web traffic. A feature of the new technology will allow users to register and participate in “Special Deals” only offered to them through the New Program.

“Delivering analytics to our dispensary customers is an integral component of our long-term business plan,” said Leafbuyer CEO Kurt Rossner. “Blockchain technology will enable the company to track online-to-offline (O2O) traffic and subsequently increase revenue for our clients. We have conducted initial market research and believe that legal cannabis dispensaries will see significantly enhanced value from this new technology. Blockchain will also help us leverage our web traffic as we build one of the largest consumer databases in the industry. Blockchain will help further distinguish Leafbuyer as the technological leader in the legal cannabis industry,” Rossner said.

Leafbuyer CTO, Michael Goerner, stated, “As we continue to evolve our platform and products, we have been watching blockchain technologies evolve and believe this is the right time to utilize this cutting-edge technology to better serve our clients and grow revenues. Blockchain is going to be a key tool in our overall growth strategy and will become an integral part of the security and quality of transaction data on our network. Adding the ability to apply big data concepts to blockchain transaction data will allow us to provide a level of analytics to our customers, and even our consumers, that we have not been able to provide until now.”

Leafbuyer chose Wunderkind Technologies to develop its proprietary Blockchain platform. Alec Harrison, Principal Consultant at Wunderkind, said, “We are pleased to work with Leafbuyer and build out the Company’s blockchain offerings. Wunderkind employs some of the best minds in blockchain and artificial intelligence. Blockchain is the future of distributed secure ledgers. We are thrilled to see Leafbuyer become early adopters of this cutting-edge technology.”

About Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc.:
Leafbuyer.com is one of the most comprehensive online sources for cannabis deals and information. Leafbuyer works alongside cannabis businesses to showcase their unique products and build a network of loyal patrons. The company’s online network reaches millions of marijuana consumers monthly.
Leafbuyer is the official cannabis deals platform of TheCannabist.co (owned by The Denver Post), Voice Media Group and Grasscity.

Contacts
Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc.
Andre Leonard, 
720-432-5593
aleonard@leafbuyer.com

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