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      Minneapolis 2026

      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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