NCIA’s 7th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo Highlights
New Experiences, Fresh Perspectives, and Best-in-Class Content
We at NCIA would like to take a moment to thank our members, partners, and sponsors, as well as so many new faces in the cannabis industry, who attended and supported our 7th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo, December 15-17, 2021, in San Francisco. As we reflect on this successful three-day event, several key elements stand out as high points to remember.
“In a word: amazing. I am truly amazed at the show of support from cannabis leaders from across the country,” says Aaron Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of NCIA. “Attendance exceeded expectations, and never have we hosted such an esteemed group of speakers and exhibitors on the leading edge of this booming sector.”
In keeping with our reputation for best-in-class content, we presented a comprehensive educational agenda, featuring two high-profile keynotes. On Thursday, December 16, the General Session opened with NCIA’s update from Washington, D.C. Thereafter, San Francisco Mayor London Breed delivered an inspiring welcome address.
“I’d like to thank NCIA for welcoming me to the stage and for hosting their annual Summit here in San Francisco,” said Mayor Breed. “Their events help advance our industry in a myriad of ways across social equity, policy, and other important issues, while helping connect industry leaders from across the globe.”
Thursday’s keynote showcased Troy Datcher, CEO of The Parent Company in a candid fireside chat with MARY Magazine founder Adrian Farquharson, covering his work to make an impact in the cannabis industry. Our second keynote on Friday, December 17, gathered professional athletes Calvin Johnson, Jr., Rachael Rapinoe, Anna Symonds, and Marvin Washington, for an engaging conversation surrounding the headline-making intersection of cannabis and sports.
“High school athletes are 50 percent more likely to abuse and misuse opioids,” said Rachael Rapinoe, former professional soccer player and Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Mendi. “We need to discuss this massive issue and look to cannabis and hemp as alternatives. My hope [is to] spark those conversations across the industry and help these high school or collegiate athletes, who are just so susceptible to opioid abuse, to look to this space for solutions.”
Last, but certainly not least, we must also emphasize the quality content featuring 100+ NCIA members and supporters who facilitated educational breakouts covering an array of issues facing the cannabis industry, the anticipated CannaVest West Investment Forum, as well as the International Cannabis Bar Association (INCBA) Program, which completed our exclusive content line-up.
This event also marked the debut of BLOOM: A Brands Experience, showcasing an exciting new pavilion in which attendees were able to see, touch and smell cannabis products for the very first time at our signature event. This, in addition to hundreds of exhibitors from the entire cannabis ecosystem, allowed attendees to explore the latest technology, products, and services from seed to sale.
In closing, NCIA is honored to have hosted an event that encouraged exploration and provided valuable education while facilitating the growth of cannabis businesses across the country in the coming year. Please save the date for our 8th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo, July 20-22, 2022, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. We’ll see you again soon!
Video: NCIA Today – Friday, December 10, 2021
NCIA Deputy Director of Communications Bethany Moore checks in with what’s going on across the country with the National Cannabis Industry Association’s membership, board, allies, and staff. Join us every Friday here on Facebook for NCIA Today Live.
Video: NCIA Today – Friday, December 3, 2021
NCIA Deputy Director of Communications Bethany Moore checks in with what’s going on across the country with the National Cannabis Industry Association’s membership, board, allies, and staff. Join us every Friday here on Facebook for NCIA Today Live.
Immerse Your Business at #CannaBizSummit
by Madeline Grant, NCIA’s Government Relations Manager
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) will be holding its 7th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo next month in San Francisco, California. From December 15-17, don’t miss the opportunity to network, engage with hundreds of exhibitors from the cannabis ecosystem, and immerse yourself in educational content. Also, you can discover the industry’s most exciting brands and next year’s best-sellers at the all-new BLOOM: A Brand Experience, debuting at #CannaBizSummit. For the first time at the nation’s most influential cannabis industry event, attendees will have the opportunity to see, touch, and smell products from dozens of brands specializing in flower, pre-roll, vapor, edibles, and more.
Are you a member of NCIA? Then use your benefits!
Depending on the tier of membership, don’t miss the opportunity to use your discounts and complimentary tickets for #CannaBizSummit.
Seeding members receive $100 discount on admission to NCIA trade shows
Blooming members receive five complimentary tickets to NCIA trade shows
Evergreen members receive ten complimentary tickets to NCIA trade shows
What educational content will be available?
Rest assured that there will be no shortage of educational content from speakers around the country. As the cannabis industry is ever-evolving, it is important to keep engaged and educated. This year, your ticket gives you access to all panel discussions and keynote sessions. You’ll get to join discussions on a range of subjects spanning cultivation, business services, licensing, compliance, retail, distribution, advocacy, and much more. Here are a few of the panel topics to check out:
Pathways to Federal Legalization: An Update from D.C.
Harmonizing Federal and State Cannabis Policy
Transparency, Values, Authenticity: The Principles for Successful Leadership
Wellness in Action: Elite Athletes as Cannabis Advocates
Founded in 2010, NCIA is the oldest, largest, and most effective trade association representing legal cannabis businesses. Through education and networking, you’ll discover new insights that help and grow your business all while meeting hundreds of industry professionals from around the country. With representation of all cannabis sectors and all business sizes, there is opportunity for attendees to gain invaluable knowledge.
Are you an NCIA member or interested in getting your business more involved?
Along with our annual trade shows, NCIA offers a wide range of membership benefits to help businesses become stronger, smarter, and more prosperous by working together to defend and expand the responsible cannabis industry.
I encourage you to meet with one of the NCIA staff in San Francisco to discuss how to fully utilize your benefits as a member. Membership with NCIA offers opportunities in marketing, business resources, policy, advocacy, networking, and education. Additionally, your support as members continues to propel our mission to promote the growth of a responsible, sustainable, and inclusive cannabis industry and work for a favorable social, economic, and regulatory environment. Please email Madeline@thecannabisindustry.org to set up a time to chat.
Are you interested in getting more involved in policy and advocacy work?
NCIA’s priority is to defend and advance the interests of the responsible cannabis industry in our nation’s capital. Central to our mission is the belief that our members should be treated fairly under federal law and that the cannabis industry much like any other legitimate business sector in this country. NCIA launched the Evergreen Roundtable for leading businesses looking to make a meaningful investment in shaping policy for the cannabis industry. Evergreen Member companies receive exclusive access to private briefings from members of Congress, inside information from NCIA’s government relations team, and many more opportunities to participate in the national conversation around cannabis policy. If your company is interested in supporting at this level please fill out the form HERE to set up a meeting with our Government Relations team.
Let’s Recap…
If you are an NCIA member, make sure you utilize your membership benefits. Find a refresh of your benefits HERE.
If you are not yet a member of NCIA and are interested in learning more please send an email to madeline@thecannabisindustry.org.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to immerse your business and employees at #CannaBizSummit.
There is a lot of work to be done to ensure a value-driven, responsible cannabis industry and NCIA appreciates your support.
Bringing the Beltway to the Bay at Cannabis Business Summit & Expo
by Madeline Grant, NCIA’s Government Relations Manager
There is no doubt that we’ve missed the in-person, one on one interactions in the cannabis industry. For anyone that attended the Midwest Cannabis Business Conference in Detroit in September, it was refreshing to connect with friends and meet new friends in the cannabis industry. Fortunately, we have the chance to meet in person again at the 7th Annual Cannabis Business Summit and Expo (CannaBizSummit) in San Francisco, California. From networking with California-based cannabis companies to meeting new companies in the industry, there is no lack of connections to make at CannaBizSummit.
Pictured Right: NCIA member Sonny Antonio with Sunshine Design and I at MJBizCon at NCIA’s booth.
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) has been hard at work in Washington, D.C. With the introduction of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act draft legislation, there had been an undeniable excitement to support momentum towards cannabis policy reform. The Government Relations team submitted comments to the sponsoring offices on behalf of NCIA’s members and will continue to work to support members’ best interests. We appreciate your support of NCIA and the missions we continually work to achieve.
At #CannaBizSummit there will be opportunities for educational panels on federal cannabis policy and opportunities to connect with cannabis professionals in all sectors of the cannabis industry. Below are just a few of the education panels and “Lightning Lessons” that will be taking place throughout the conference:
You can find more information and details on the agenda and sessions HERE.
NCIA is honored to welcome our 2021 #CannaBizSummit Keynote Speaker, Troy Datcher, CEO of The Parent Company. Leading a new generation of c-suite innovators, Chief Executive Officer Troy Datcher, together with Chief Visionary Officer Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter, helms a cannabis business for the post-prohibition era The Parent Company. Combining best-in-class operations with leading voices in popular culture and social impact, the company focuses on building brands that will pave a new path forward for a legacy rooted in equity, access, and justice.
Beyond the panels and educational resources, attendees will be able to meet others from around the country. From cannabis cultivators to cannabis retail owners, there is no shortage of potential to network. At NCIA, we continue to support our members’ best interests by providing a continued understanding of the political landscape of cannabis policy reform. It’s our goal to support value-driven reform and support a responsible cannabis industry. Remember, if you are an NCIA Blooming or Evergreen member, you have a number of complimentary tickets to our trade shows.
If you have any questions regarding your membership or the CannaBizSummit please reach out to me via email, Madeline@TheCannabisIndustry.org. There is a lot to be excited about this year and I hope to see you out in San Francisco this December!
Video: NCIA Today – Friday, November 5, 2021
NCIA Deputy Director of Communications Bethany Moore checks in with what’s going on across the country with the National Cannabis Industry Association’s membership, board, allies, and staff. Join us every Friday on Facebook for NCIA Today Live.
On the latest episode, Bethany announces the keynote speakers at #CannaBizSummit this December in San Francisco, shares a bit about Exspiravit this month’s Member Spotlight recipient, and covers compliance and extraction.
Registration to the Cannabis Business Summit in San Francisco is now open with special limited-time super early bird pricing on tickets available, head to our website for more information today.
Video: NCIA Today – Friday, October 22, 2021
NCIA Deputy Director of Communications Bethany Moore checks in with what’s going on across the country with the National Cannabis Industry Association’s membership, board, allies, and staff. Join us every Friday on Facebook for NCIA Today Live.
On the latest episode, Bethany discusses the millions of dollars the cannabis industry is losing each year to moisture, an update on cannabis policy reform in D.C. as the federal government acts on other issues, an upcoming Fireside Chat Webinar with our Government Relations Team on environmental sustainability, and more.
Registration to the Cannabis Business Summit in San Francisco is now open with special limited-time super early bird pricing on tickets available, head to our website for more information today.
Video: At a Glance – Highlights from #MWCannaBizCon!
The industry’s most influential trade association guided the Midwest into a wealth of opportunity and growth at the 2021 Midwest Cannabis Business Conference last week in Detroit, Michigan. At #MWCannaBizCon, attendees networked with industry leaders, found products and services to grow their cannabusiness, and took advantage of the specially curated content focusing on the Midwest market.
Watch this video for highlights, and be sure to join us in December at #CannaBizSummit on December 15-17 in San Francisco.
Video: NCIA Today – June 18, 2021
NCIA Deputy Director of Communications Bethany Moore checks in with what’s going on across the country with the National Cannabis Industry Association’s membership, board, allies, and staff. Join us every Friday here on Facebook for NCIA Today Live.
#CannaBizSummit 2020 – A Look Inside the Live Virtual Event
NCIA’s Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo, held virtually as the inaugural Cannabis Business Cyber Summit, was a great success! November 10-12, attendees took part in live programming and interaction, enjoying unmatched access to the cannabis industry’s leading experts, latest research, and most innovative products and services through the Cyber platform.
Our three days of #CannaBizSummit education and experiences, totaling over 150 hours of industry content and 30 exhibiting sponsors, is now available for on-demand viewing through December 10, 2020. Register now to gain access.
Highlights from #CannaBizSummit
On Day 1, keynote speaker and GRAMMY Award-winning musician Carlos Santana gave an inspiring talk, where he discussed the benefits of cannabis, music, and the significant, personal mission behind his cannabis brand, Mirayo. “Mirayo is my being, my light, it honors my mother,” Santana said. On financial success, he says, “For me being profitable is if you have peace and joy, if you don’t have those two things, you are lost.”
The event featured exhibit halls on the first two days, where attendees could source, learn, and live chat with all participating exhibit sponsors. Participating sponsor, MJ Freeway, said, “We were thrilled to have the opportunity to sponsor and participate in NCIA’s Cannabis Business Cyber Summit. The sessions and speakers were impressive, and the platform was engaging. Our team made some new connections and followed up with some old friends.”
Other highlights from Day 1 include a cannabis cooking demo with Chef Travis Petersen and NCIA education sessions, “From Sweets to Scale: Edibles Innovation & Trends for Infused Products,” and “The Social Equity Dilemma: What Lessons Did We Learn from Illinois, and How do we Proceed?”
In the session, “Running for Office & Advocating as a Cannabis Entrepreneur,” Cody Bass of the Tahoe Wellness Center spoke on the importance of getting involved in local and national politics as a cannabis advocate. “We cannot continue to depend on politics as normal and think that things are going to change,” Bass said. “We have to become engaged to a point of not just lobbying, but really start to become the elected that represent our community.”
The CannaVest investment forum was also completely virtual and coincided with the Cannabis Business Cyber Summit, November 10-12. CannaVest included valuable sessions designed with the specific needs of the institutional investor and sophisticated accredited investor in mind. From timely roundtables like, “The Multi-State Operator Roundtable: A Look at Business Plans & Operating Models in a COVID World,” to panel sessions, such as, “M&A and Capital Raising: A Look at the US Public Markets,” there was something at CannaVest for all investment-minded attendees. CannaVest was supported by eight sponsoring companies who met with and showcased their products and services within the Cyber exhibit hall.
On Day 2, 2020 Presidential candidate Andrew Yang joined us as our Cyber Summit keynote speaker. In his powerful discussion, Yang discussed universal basic income, the recent presidential election, cannabis legalization, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and more. “The future is bright,” Yang said. “This is going to be one of the major growth industries over the next number of years. If you keep working, the market will be there for you.” Read this story on Marijuana Moment about Yang’s thoughts shared during his presentation about the prospect of cannabis legalization with Joe Biden as U.S. President.
Day 2 also featured a yoga session, the MediPharm Lab Tour presented by President and Director Keith Strachan, and educational sessions on topics like how to set a higher standard in manufacturing infused products, how to be a marketing leader in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and how to create a circular economy.
Attendees joined NCIA’s co-founder and CEO, Aaron Smith, on the final live day of #CannaBizSummit for a keynote presentation marking the 10th anniversary of the association’s founding and a discussion on where the cannabis industry stands today. Speaking on the success of five states – Arizona, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey, and South Dakota – in legalizing some form of cannabis use in the recent election, he said: “This could not have happened if not for this legal industry setting an example for the world of what it looks like to replace prohibition with responsible cannabis businesses.”
Attendees also enjoyed valuable sessions featuring panels of experts, such as, “Cannabis Marketing Technology: Are you a Laggard or a Leader?,” “Breaking into New Markets: 4 Steps to Becoming a Successful MSO,” and many more. In “The Michigan Market and Beyond,” attendees heard from the state’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency on important issues impacting the agency. Andrew Brisbo, leader of the Marijuana Regulatory Agency, said, “I think it’s very important to be cognizant of the cost of doing business and not have regulation just for regulation’s sake. We want to make sure that Michigan is in the best position for the future we are seeing.”
All 150+ hours of this exceptional content are now available for viewing through the Cyber virtual platform through December 10, 2020, to all registrants. For those who did not register and attend the live days but are interested in participating, NCIA members and license holders can register through December 10 for free, with non-members paying just $49. A Cyber pass includes access to all recorded content as well as the virtual expo hall where you can visit sponsor booths and download resources for your business.
Thank you again to all those who joined us for our live days of Cannabis Business Cyber Summit. Be sure to save the dates for our 2021 events, where we hope to see you in-person.
Think about that number for a minute. Ten thousand. Just a handful of years ago, some cannabis conferences were struggling to attract 500 people.
This explosion in the cannabis industry has had a profound effect on our nation:
Tens of thousands of businesses have started – spurring economic growth and creating hundreds of thousands of jobs. According to Leafly, there are now more than 211,000 cannabis jobs across the United States. More than 64,000 of those jobs were added in 2018.
Legal cannabis is currently the greatest job-creation machine in America. The cannabis workforce increased 21% in 2017, gained another 44% in 2018, and is expected to grow another 20% in 2019. Those are record-setting numbers.
Real estate is another sector that is booming thanks to legal cannabis. A recent study led by a by a University of Mississippi economist concluded that legal retail cannabis in Colorado increased housing values. Researchers compared cities that permitted the sale of cannabis with those that did not and found that the availability of recreational cannabis in a given area created strong housing demand and higher increases in property values.
Clearly, legal cannabis is creating jobs, opportunities, and economic growth.
But there is a dark side to the cannabis numbers. According to the American Civil Liberties Union, arrests for cannabis possession account for over half of all drug arrests in the United States. In 2017, 659,700 were arrested in the U.S. for cannabis. Over 90% of those arrests were for simple possession. Moreover, 46.9% of people arrested for drug law violations are Black or Latino, despite making up just 31.5% of the U.S. population. Additionally, over 200,000 students have lost federal financial aid eligibility because of a drug conviction.
As a nation, we must ask ourselves, how does imprisoning someone or taking away their chance at receiving an education because they possessed a small amount of cannabis (or other drug), make our country better, stronger, or greater?
Since this blog is dedicated to numbers, I’ll leave you with this one: It takes 100,000 atoms to become visible to the human eye, and even at that amount, it is only about the width of a human hair.
But it takes far fewer people to make a difference in society. Our last presidential election was won by the candidate that received over 2 million fewer votes, but won the electoral college by having just a few more votes in some key states. Just 0.2 points or about 10,000 votes separated the candidates in Michigan. Only 0.7 points or about 22,000 votes made the difference in Wisconsin.
This is not a time for us in the cannabis industry to be complacent. We have won some hard-fought victories, but there is still much to do, many wrongs to right, and a lot of work ahead.
My hope is that everyone in this amazing industry will share the belief that while we have a lot to be thankful for, we still need to keep moving forward and progressively for a better future.
Get involved. Make your voice heard. And vote.
Enjoy the conference!
CEO Kary Radestock
Kary Radestock, CEO, launched Hippo Premium Packaging in March 2016 offering an array of services to the cannabis market, including: Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Social Media, Public Relations, Graphic and Web Design, and of course, Printing and Packaging. Radestock brings over 20 years of award-winning print and packaging expertise, and leads a team of the nation’s top brand builders, marketers and print production experts. Hippo works with businesses looking for a brand refresh or an entire brand development, and specializes in helping canna-business get their products to market in the most beautiful and affordable way possible. Radestock’s Creative Collective of talent and experts, allows her to offer world-class solutions to support the unique needs of the Cannabis Industry.
Ten Reasons To Join Us At #CannaBizSummit In Ten Days
The 6th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo begins in TEN DAYS! So we’re bringing you TEN reasons why you should make plans to join us:
Your Registration Dollars are Put to Work Most industry events are out to make a buck. But when you attend one of NCIA’s business events, the money you spend goes right back into advocacy for you, your business and the cannabis industry in general.
Conference Sessions Featuring Known Industry Leaders #CannaBizSummit brings in known names in the trade that are experts in their fields. Hear from those who have experienced the same issues as you and know how to deal with them. We spend weeks creating the highest quality agendas, with carefully curated speakers and industry hot topics so that you may walk away from our events with not only a refreshing take on the cannabis market but actionable tips and tricks for your business.
SOLD OUT Expo Hall NCIA events have the proven highest concentration of buyers and sellers of any other industry event, and exhibitors have been pre-qualified and are of the highest caliber. Network with your peers and explore the exhibit hall with more than 400+ exhibitors (all NCIA members) on our SOLD OUT expo floor!. Whether you’re looking for business solutions, extraction, distillation, or grow equipment – you’ll find it on the expo floor.
Full Day Workshops NCIA has gone above and beyond to create an inspiring three-day learning experience. Not only will you be able to hear from experts in a variety of fields during our core conference program, but you can enhance your experience with an intimate, classroom-like setting in one of our exclusive pre-conference workshops. Join us for Cannabis 101, Managing for Success, INCBA Regulatory Rounds, CannaVest Investor Forum or The HEMP Biz Conference.
Full Day and Half Day Tours #CannaBizSummit tours offer a fun, interactive experience and a first-hand look at some of the most prominent cannabis businesses in northern California. Tours include the Santa Cruz, East Bay and Legion of Bloom full day tours, as well as a morning and afternoon half day tour of San Jose. Register soon – some of our tours are close to selling out!
Thought-Provoking Keynote Speakers Don’t miss this lineup of heavy hitting industry pioneersas they take the stage to discuss everything from global expansion to athletics in these not-to-be missed opening sessions! We’ll be joined by Mike Lee, Executive Vice President & CFO from Canopy Growth Corporation, who will be sharing his unique outlook for the industry. Hear the Latest in Cannabis Research and The Impact on Athletes with Dr. Jefferey Chen, physician and researcher at The UCLA Cannabis Research Initiative. He’ll be joined by Anna Symonds (USA Rugby), Nate Jackson (NFL), Frank Shamrock (MMA, and Jim McAlpine (Creator of 420 Games) who will share their own experiences and benefits of using cannabis for recovery.
Additional Education on the Expo Floor in the Elevation Lounge If you’re looking for more education outside of our conference program, the Elevation Lounge in booth #1642 is where to find it. We have eleven, 20-minute educational sessions and the best part—they’re free to all attendees.
No Consumers – We’re All business Here #CannaBizSummit is a serious place to do business. We’ve heard repeatedly that if you are serious about meeting people in the industry that can help take your business to the next level, #CannaBizSummit is where you want to be. Unlike other events we’re not focused on consumers, it’s all about business to business relationships here.
Networking with Other Cannabis Professionals Join entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and policymakers to expand your influential industry network. Create meaningful connections with fellow cannabis peers.
Blues & Buds Celebration Join thousands of industry professionals and friends at the Blues & Buds celebrationfeaturing actor, musician and cannabis farmer, Jim Belushi and the Big Blu Soul Review! All are welcome, but you must RSVP to attend. Enjoy light appetizers, drinks and dancing with friends.
Register today and plan on gaining invaluable insights and best practices for both the novice and experienced cannabis business owner.
Apply For A Scholarship to #CannaBizSummit Before May 15!
In an effort to create a more diverse and inclusive industry, we are thrilled to announce the partnership between NCIA and the Minority Cannabis Business Association has opened applications for its scholarship fund for qualified cannabis executives. Throughout the years, MCBA has consistently gone above and beyond to create equal access and economic empowerment for the communities most affected by the war on drugs.
NCIA is excited to have the opportunity to offer 60 applicants a complimentary pass to join us at the 6th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo this July 22-24 in San Jose, CA. If you are a minority in an executive cannabis position, please take a moment to fill out the application. We look forward to seeing you in San Jose!
The scholarship application period closes on May 15, so get your application in today!
Applications are due by Midnight PST, May 15, 2019. Awardees will be notified on June 1, 2019. Scholarship recipients will receive complimentary passes to Day 1 and Day 2 (July 23 & 24) of the Summit. Access to workshops and tours taking place on the Pre-Conference day (July 22) will need to be purchased separately. Scholarship recipients will also need to cover & arrange their own travel and lodging needed to attend the event.
Video: 4th Annual #CannaBizSummit Re-cap
In this month’s video newsletter, NCIA Director of Events and Education Brooke Gilbert shares some of the highlights from last month’s 4th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo, held in Oakland, California. With more than 5,000 attendees, 80,000 square feet of expo floor, in-depth workshops and tours, and exceptional keynotes and panel discussions, #CannaBizSummit attendees got connected and inspired with us over the course of three days in June. Thanks to everyone who attended and made the event NCIA’s best yet!
Highlights From NCIA’s 4th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo
by Brooke Gilbert, NCIA Director of Events and Education
NCIA’s biggest and most influential event, the Cannabis Business Summit & Expo, wrapped up a few of weeks ago in Oakland, CA. We hope you had as much fun as we did! Did you miss out on attending, or would you like to relive your experience? Check out these event highlights below to get a glimpse into this year’s edition of the Cannabis Business Summit & Expo:
• Our largest event to date with 5000+ attendees.
• Keynote address from President Vicente Fox, the former president of Mexico, who spoke about the social injustices created by the war on drugs and the positive effects of global cannabis legalization. Listen to his full keynote here.
• Eighty thousand square feet of sold-out exhibit space featuring 250+ exhibitors, and 33 media and industry partners.
• Twenty hours of educational content over three days, featuring six workshops and 30 breakout sessions spread across five educational tracks and led by 150+ industry experts.
• Two plenary sessions, one featuring a discussion of the strategies to reform Internal Revenue Code Section 280E, and the second featuring a discussion of the results of a 16-month stakeholder-driven process that resulted in a comprehensive white paper detailing regulatory recommendations for packaging and labeling of cannabis products.
• On-site bookstore and book signings from current cannabis industry authors including John Hudak, Ewe Blesching, Chris Conrad, Steve DeAngelo, Jorge Cervantes, and Donna Shields.
• One hundred seventy-three press personnel from 65 outlets joined us for the three days, generating 1.4 billion impressions worldwide.
View the entire official photo album from the 4th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo online here: TheCannabisIndustry.org/CBS17Blog
A big THANK YOU to all our attendees, volunteers, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, and partners for contributing to another successful year at our Cannabis Business Summit & Expo.
Video Newsletter: #CannaBizSummit Recap and Seed to Sale Show Announcement
Did your team join us for NCIA’s 3rd annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo in Oakland last month, where we got inspired, educated, and connected with more than 3,000 cannabis industry professionals?
In this month’s video newsletter, hear from NCIA’s Aaron Smith and Brooke Gilbert as we look back on the most exciting and successful event in NCIA’s history, and announce our upcoming Seed To Sale Show, happening in Denver, January 31-February 1, 2017.
We at NCIA would like to take a moment to thank our members, partners, and sponsors, as well as so many new faces in the cannabis industry, who attended and supported our 7th Annual Cannabis Business Summit & Expo, December 15-17, 2021, in San Francisco. As we reflect on this successful three-day event, several key elements stand out as high points to remember.
by Madeline Grant, NCIA’s Government Relations Manager
Pictured Right: NCIA member Sonny Antonio with Sunshine Design and I at MJBizCon at NCIA’s booth.
