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Committee Blog: Redefining Sleep Therapy – The Role of Cannabis in Decreasing Dependence on Conventional Sleep Medications
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Committee Blog: Redefining Sleep Therapy – The Role of Cannabis in Decreasing Dependence on Conventional Sleep Medications
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Episode 3: Big Pharma vs. Cannabis? NYC Dispensary Boom, Smarter Shoppers & Market Wars
In Episode 3 of NCIA’s Voice of Cannabis Podcast, produced in partnership with Pro Cannabis Media, we’re diving into the evolving relationship between cannabis and Big Pharma—and exploring the competitive edge of New York’s emerging retail market. NCIA CEO Aaron Smith and broadcaster Jimmy Young are joined by two standout voices in the industry: Dr. Shane Johnson, CEO of Bay Medica (a division of InMed Pharmaceuticals), shares insights on the growing role of pharmaceutical companies in cannabinoid research and what that means for independent cannabis operators. Arana Hankin-Biggers, President & CEO of The Travel Agency, one of NYC’s hottest new dispensaries, discusses how retail innovation, consumer education, and cultural shifts are transforming the New York cannabis scene.
Committee Blog: Cybersecurity and the Risks of Technological Failures in Cannabis
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Committee Blog: Cybersecurity and the Risks of Technological Failures in Cannabis
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Episode 2: Gillian Schauer of CANNRA w/ Aaron Smith & Jimmy Young
In Episode 2 of NCIA’s Voice of Cannabis Podcast, produced in partnership with Pro Cannabis Media, we’re joined by Gillian Schauer, Executive Director of the Cannabis Regulators Association (CANNRA). Aaron Smith and Jimmy Young sit down with Gillian to discuss the evolving role of regulators in shaping cannabis policy, the challenges of balancing public health and business innovation, and how CANNRA is working to bridge gaps between state and federal frameworks. Topics covered include the role of state regulators in federal cannabis reform, insights into the rescheduling process and regulatory readiness, public health considerations in cannabis legalization, the importance of collaboration between industry and regulators, and more. Tune in for an inside look at the conversations driving the future of cannabis policy across the U.S.
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Episode 1: Road to Federal Reform w/ Aaron Smith & Jimmy Young
In the premier episode of NCIA’s Voice of Cannabis Podcast, NCIA CEO and Co-Founder Aaron Smith joins veteran journalist and PCM Founder Jimmy Young to unpack the evolving landscape of federal cannabis reform, the latest on rescheduling, and what it all means for cannabis operators across the country. Topics covered include what’s next after the HHS recommendation to reschedule cannabis , the future of Section 280E and federal taxation, advocacy strategies for real policy change, and more. Don’t miss this in-depth, timely conversation at the intersection of policy, business, and advocacy in America’s fastest-growing industry.
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Colorado Cannabis Leaders Launch Statewide Coalition Amid Industry Crisis
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Committee Blog: Finance for Cultivators – How to Get Out of the No-Profit Loop
Committee Blog: Banking Guide for Cannabis Industry Veterans
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Committee Blog: Banking Guide for Cannabis Industry Veterans
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Smithers Expands Kristopher Marsh‘s Role to Include State Director of Its New York Cannabis Testing Laboratory
Committee Blog: Mitigating Risk in Your Cannabis Workforce
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Committee Blog: Mitigating Risk in Your Cannabis Workforce
Make Your Voice Heard: Why You Can’t Afford to Miss NCIA’s Annual Lobby Days & National Stakeholder Summit
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Make Your Voice Heard: Why You Can’t Afford to Miss NCIA’s Annual Lobby Days & National Stakeholder Summit
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PayRio Tops Cannabis Business Times’ 2025 Best Cannabis Companies to Work For List
Proven Strategies to Maximize Cannabis Marketing ROI: Key Insights & Free Tools
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Proven Strategies to Maximize Cannabis Marketing ROI: Key Insights & Free Tools
Member Blog: How Cannabis Insurance Can Safeguard Your Business from Legal Risks
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Member Blog: How Cannabis Insurance Can Safeguard Your Business from Legal Risks
Committee Blog: Announcing Winners of NCIA’s State Regulatory Committee 2024 CannaStar Awards
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Committee Blog: Announcing Winners of NCIA’s State Regulatory Committee 2024 CannaStar Awards
Member Blog: The Cannabis Crisis Plan – Business Insurance for the Future
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Member Blog: The Cannabis Crisis Plan – Business Insurance for the Future
NCIA’s Statement on Interlocutory Appeal in Federal Cannabis Rescheduling Hearing
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NCIA’s Statement on Interlocutory Appeal in Federal Cannabis Rescheduling Hearing
Member Blog: CBD Oracle Launches Consumer Protection Standards to Address Industry-Wide Issues in Hemp Products
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Member Blog: CBD Oracle Launches Consumer Protection Standards to Address Industry-Wide Issues in Hemp Products
Committee Blog: The Tale of Two Cities – The Complexities of Cannabis vs Hemp

Committee Blog: The Tale of Two Cities – The Complexities of Cannabis vs Hemp
Committee Blog: What is Craft Cannabis? Understanding Small-Batch Cultivation and Artisanal Products
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Committee Blog: What is Craft Cannabis? Understanding Small-Batch Cultivation and Artisanal Products

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