Real Concerns Affecting Cannabis Real Estate
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Speakers: Cátia Kossovsky
CLE Credits: 1
Real Estate considerations for practitioners representing landlords, tenants, lenders, owners, operators, and investors in navigating through the dynamic state and federal law interplay, state and local zoning and land use laws, state marijuana regulations and industry standards of the unique legal issues of state legalized marijuana facilities.
A Multi-generational Medicine: How to Incorporate Cannabis into Your Everyday Health
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:50 PM
Where: Main Stage
Speakers: Dr. Joseph Carchedi
It’s Not Just Brownies Anymore: Edible Recipes to Devour with Cannabis Chef Captain Kirk
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Speakers: Captain Kirk, Michael Hensel
Cannabis infused edibles are becoming increasingly popular for many consumers and patients who want a healthier and more discreet way to consume their cannabis. However, many do not know how to properly make these edibles in their own kitchens. This panel will go over how to appropriately dose cannabis infused edibles for desired results as well as explore the future of cannabis infused foods.
How to Recruit, Train, and Engage Your Cannabis Team
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
Speakers: Jill Christensen
Best-selling author and consultant Jill Christensen will share her global Fortune 500 Executive-level experience and examine the current cannabis recruiting landscape. Attendees will learn how to attract in-house talent, increase employee engagement and develop staff training practices that are cannabis compliant.
Best Practices for Insuring Your CannaBusiness
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
Speakers: Michael Sampson
Learn about the market for insurance in the medical cannabis industry, the types of coverages industry participants should consider, insurance coverage in the event of a disaster, the enforceability of insurance contracts (as a result of federalism and public policy issues), and claims-handling best practices.
A Caregiver’s Guide to Navigating the Medical Marijuana Program
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Speakers: Janie Maedler, Heather Shuker, Christine Taylor Brann
Moderator: Diana Briggs
In states that prohibit delivery services for medical cannabis patients, caregivers play a even more important role in the ecosystem. This panel will consist of a discussion on how and where you start to become a caregiver, the liabilities and risks that come along with it, and what (if any) are the responsibilities for reporting.
Dispensary Retailing 101
Time: 11:00 AM – Noon
Where: Main Stage
Speakers: Jeffrey Adkins, Alexander Fetterman
In this presentation we will focus on the application of modern retail principles relative to the dispensary environment. We will also be discussing the dispensary set up process in general from design through fabrication and installation.
Journey to Compassion
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where: Main Stage
Speakers: Michael Boris, PA Compassionate Caregivers, LLC
Comedian Michael Boris will emcee alongside Pennsylvania Compassionate Caregivers, an advocacy group comprised of adult patients as well as caregivers of chronically ill children.
Diversity in Cannabis
Time: 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM
Speakers: Bonita “Bo” Money, Freeway Rick Ross, Larisa Bolivar
This presentation will focus on the importance of education and how it can help under served communities learn about the medicinal benefits of cannabis. Attendees will learn about different social equity plans that are being implemented in numerous cities.
Four Factors to Successful Cultivation Facility Design, Construction and Occupancy
Time: 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM
Speakers: Mark Doherty
Today’s modern cultivation facilities are a hybrid of traditional agriculture, state of the art laboratories, the mechanics of data centers and the security of clean rooms. What technology and equipment, what best practices are used in each of these types of facilities that should be integrated to cannabis cultivation? Whether you are building a 10,000 sf facility or a 500,000 sf facility, there are common design and construction practices to ensure successful equipment selection, installation and facility operations. Commercial cultivators and investors will walk away with design and construction road-map to success.
Building a Business Model for Multi-State and National Growth
Time: 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM
Speakers: Aaron Epstein
Learn how to develop and expand your cannabusiness and rise above the competition. Discover how to increase brand loyalty, maximize earning potential, and stand apart. Find out how to stay ahead of the game in one of the fastest growing industries in the nation and become an industry leader in overly saturated markets.
Entrepreneurial Opportunities in the Cannabis Industry
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM
Speakers: Shad B. Ewart
The cannabis industry is set to create more jobs than established industries like manufacturing by 2020. However, there is still no clear path to getting involved in the industry or clear educational path. Students need more courses and curriculum that teaches the fundamentals of the industry. These include all areas of the industry including business, agriculture, research, etc. This panel will talk about what courses are currently available for students and what still needs to be offered as well as how higher education can translate their findings into commercial services and products the industry can use to advance itself.
Beyond the Battlefield: How Cannabis May Help Veterans Cope
Time: 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM
Where: Main Stage
Speakers: Jose Belen
U.S. Army Combat Veteran Jose Belen will share his personal struggles with PTSD, how cannabis may help other veterans cope, and current research.
HEMP, CBDS, and the Future of Cannabis in Pharmaceuticals
Time: 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM
Speakers: Captain Kirk, Ben Droz, Skyler Bissell
Moderator: Snowden Bishop
This panel of hemp, CBD, and edible experts will cover extraction, consistency, product development, and the future of medical cannabis in pharmaceuticals.
Essential Legal Concepts To Avoiding Lawsuits, Reducing Taxes & Protecting Your License
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:50 PM
Speakers: Daniel McNeff
Learn how to protect your business and avoid lawsuits in the cannabis industry. Attendees will receive comprehensive information on how to reduce taxes, protect their license, and run their business without fear.
Treating PTSD with Cannabis: New Research and Data
Time: 2:00 PM – 2:50 PM
Where: Main Stage
Speakers: Dr. Sue Sisley, Robert Kowalski, Ian Schwartz
The number of Veterans that commit suicide or die from overdosing in this country is alarming. With medical cannabis still a Schedule 1 drug, the VA’s policies make it difficult for Veterans to use medical cannabis to treat their PTSD. Leading doctor and researcher in the industry will discuss current research, initial results, Veteran access, and the difficulties they face.
The Growing International Cannabis Industry: Insights on Canadian and Australian Markets
Time: 2:00 PM – 2:50 PM
Speakers: Paul Mavor, Mark Golinger, Jason Rose, Sandra Gogal
Moderator: Sharlene Mavor
Cannabis legalization is quickly increasing on a global scale. This panel will focus on the budding market landscape in the U.S., Canada and Australia, as well as international trade prospects. Leading entrepreneurs will provide insight on how canna-preneurs may benefit from global legalization initiatives.
Strategies for Opioid Free Living
Time: 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM
Speakers: Dr. Randy Barrett, Mandi Babkes, Jasa Johnson, Aimee Faiella RN
Moderator: Sven Hosford
This panel will cover the effective tools for building an opioid-free life, both to conquer opiates, and also to manage the underlying pain which caused the need for opiates. Discussion will include: How to create your own holistic healing team of complementary health professionals; the real effects of “dope sick”; and the attitudes, processes, and modalities which can help one go opioid free.
Cannabis America’s Job Creator
Time: 4:00 PM – 4:20 PM
Where: Main Stage
Speakers: Cheryl Shuman
Legal cannabis is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Last year, the industry employed 121,000 people in the U.S, a number estimated to double by 2021. Nationally recognized cannabis advocate and Ohio Native Cheryl Shuman will discuss the cannabis industry as a job creator, not only in urban environments but in America’s heartland.
Future of Cannabis Healthcare
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Speakers: Dr. Bryan Doner, Christina DiArcangelo Puller, Mark Goliger, Dr. Matt Burnett
Moderator: Ken Schultz
Compassionate Certification Centers will discuss medical cannabis and its impact on the future of healthcare in the U.S. and around the globe.