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      Minneapolis 2026

      Why Traditional Security Measures Are Not Enough

      | | | Tim Shafer |

      Learn how the shortcomings of traditional security measures
      are negatively impacting the cannabis industry and discover
      the most effective strategies to safeguard your business
      investment using advanced security technologies
      With over thirty years of experience in the security industry,
      Tim offers a comprehensive, 360-degree perspective on this
      critical service. His expertise includes Event Security,
      Executive Security and Industrial Security, along with leading
      high-performance teams.

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      Market Specific Genetics, Breeding Advancements and Sustainable Cultivation

      | | | Justin Esquivel |

      Take a deep dive into why stable & exotic genetics are so important!  What is tissue culture and how can I take advantage of it. This will educate & teach growers how to achieve frosty & flavorful buds time after time!  Understand what to look for when choosing the genetics that you will be cultivating under your BRAND.  This session is designed for growers, entrepreneurs, investors, and advocates looking to understand how advancements in genetics and cultivation techniques can shape the future of their brand in the cannabis industry.  Once it’s out there, you can’t take it back!  The cream always rises to the top! 

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      Craft Cultivation Facility Design Considerations

      | | | Jennifer Martin |

      In this seminar, Jennifer will go.over key considerations in designing efficient and easy-to-use indoor cultivation operations. She will describe how to proportion the plant rooms, how to ensure the inclusion and proper sizing of all critical spaces and functions, estimated costs for major equipment categories, and options for those with significant budgetary limitations.

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      The CPA’s Blueprint for Building a Scalable Cannabis Business

      | | | Meggan Ciaccia |

      This session offers a strategic framework for cannabis operators who want to build their business on a solid financial & operational foundation. The presentation lays out the essential systems, controls, and KPIs that need to be in place before scaling, all from the lens of a CPA who understands the unique regulatory and tax environment cannabis businesses face. Attendees will leave with a practical checklist of what a “scalable-ready” business looks like, and how to avoid the disorganization,

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      Benefits of Microbial Metabolites in Cannabis Production

      | | | Bud Wylie |

      The importance of a biological interface to reduce abiotic stress, increase nutrient uptake and drive all phases of plant production systems. Cannabis grown indoor/outdoor/ soil, hydroponic are most efficient with a symbiotic relationship with microbial populations that provide metabolites to decrease stress, breakdown nutrient compounds to plant friendly forms, provide low levels of plant regulating hormones, regulate osmotic pressure caused by variable EC and many other benefits.

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      Protecting Your Cannabis Business: Physical Security Strategies for Compliance in Minnesota

      | | | Mark Bonde |

      As Minnesota’s cannabis market takes shape, licensed businesses are facing new compliance requirements that demand thoughtful, proactive planning. This session will walk you through the physical security standards that cannabis operators must meet—and how to implement and maintain them effectively.

      Topics include essential physical security measures like surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection as well as how AI-powered tools and smart technology can support long-term compliance.

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      The Fractional Compliance Model

      | | | Warren Harasz |

      Compliance in the cannabis industry can be make-or-break to maintaining the value of your license and avoiding regulatory fines and delays. The fractional compliance model allows operators to use a third party to audit their operations, update their SOPs and operations materials to the code and regulations, and ensure that compliance tasks are being performed without the cost of an additional compliance officer’s salary.

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      How to Develop & Succeed in the Premium Exotic Flower Niche

      | | | Rick Rainbolt |

      Learn the fundamentals and the pitfalls to avoid in developing a premium exotic flower grow facility and operation. Learn about facility development starting with selecting the correct property, the type of facility to build, how to precisely control the environment, and setting up a perpetual rotation and cultivation program.

      The session will substantially help in avoiding costly mistakes and make sure growers are on the right path to developing a successful premium flower operation.

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