Stay Connected

    Stay Connected

      Chris Reid

      By Chris Reid, Retail Technology 101: How to Leverage the Right Platforms to Get a Step Ahead in the Cannabis Industry |

      Technology helps retailers grow and scale. It puts dispensaries on the map and drives new business, enables budtenders to provide a smooth and memorable customer experience, and helps streamline operations to drive down costs. But with so many technologies and tools available, how do you know what you really need and how can you tell the good from the bad? Cova CEO Gary Cohen will walk you through some of the key platforms and tools that can help you to run your store and grow your business.

      Learn More

      Chris Reid

      Retail Technology 101: How to Leverage the Right Platforms to Get a Step Ahead in the Cannabis Industry |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Chris is Head of Sales for Cova Software, an award-winning cannabis POS & inventory management platform that simplifies compliance and streamlines complex dispensary operations. Chris and Cova are aligned in a mission of empowering cannabis retailers to achieve their vision of success. Born and raised in Colorado, his passion for the industry is fueled not only by the incredible potential for growth he sees, but the profound impact of cannabis he has experienced as medical patient, a caregiver, and an advocate. An entrepreneur at heart, Chris is inspired to help others succeed and push the industry forward by sharing his valuable expertise in retail POS, payments, and eCommerce.

      Angela Mays

      By Angela Mays, What Plant-touching Business Owners Need to Know about IRC 280E Compliance |

      A Breakdown of the IRC 280E: The blunt truth about becoming audit ready: as new licensees and new plant-touching business owners you have a lot on your plate to get up and running and profitable. But, too often you’re not aware that in order to protect yourself and your business from audit, you must have an accounting process in order. This presentation delves deeply into the nuances of becoming 280E compliant by preparing your accounting system well in advance for audit.

      Learn More

      Angela Mays

      What Plant-touching Business Owners Need to Know about IRC 280E Compliance |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Angela has over 25 years of experience in accounting, audit, fraud risk management and business process reengineering within the Big 4 firms. She is not your typical number cruncher. She considers herself a business strategist. She looks beyond debits and credits by thinking outside the box and focusing on how the accounting function impacts the entire organization. She specializes in cannabis accounting and working with cannabis (plant-touching) businesses. She focuses on the specific pain point

      Max Juhasz

      By Max Juhasz, How To Sell Weed Online – The Smart Way |

      Marketing cannabis can seem overwhelming if you don’t know what you are doing. This presentation will go over what works, what doesn’t work and what will be a total waste of money. Avoid the pitfalls and shiny objects that end up costing you more than what you see in return. Bring a notebook and ask questions.

      Learn More

      Max Juhasz

      How To Sell Weed Online – The Smart Way |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Max has been working behind the scenes for dozens of CBD, Hemp and Cannabis brands. His company has helped 5 figure companies turn into 6 figure companies, and has helped 6 figure companies grow into 7 figure companies using smart marketing and branding strategies. He is the host of the Dope Marketing Podcast, the Founder of DopeSEO.com and the CMO of WeedMart,io

      Luke Batty

      By Luke Batty, Licensing Cannabis Brands |

      Multi-state cannabis brands are growing fast. Since the products must be produced and sold without crossing state lines, licensing enables brands to grow in multiple states. Retailers or licensees can drive sales by offering established products. However, potential licensors and licensees should make sure that any license arrangement is well documented and protects their respective interests.

      Learn More

      Luke Batty

      Licensing Cannabis Brands |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Luke traded in his time practicing guitar for reading casebooks in Silicon Valley at the Santa Clara University School of Law. Through Santa Clara’s Entrepreneurial Law Clinic, he provided free legal services to Silicon Valley start-ups. There, Luke rediscovered the creative energy that drove him as a musician -in small businesses, entrepreneurs, and tech start-ups. Luke joined Blackgarden Law to work as an attorney in the developing cannabis and tech industry.

      Seth Gardenswartz

      By Seth Gardenswartz, Licensing Cannabis Brands |

      This seminar will help aspiring multistate cannabis brands, manufacturers, and dispensary operators understand the fundamentals of a brand licensing relationship. We will summarize the different assets that can be licensed across state lines and identify the key provisions that may avoid contentious and expensive disputes. This seminar will prepare brands and their licensee partners to develop solid business models and legal agreements that protect their interests. Attendees will leave this seminar armed with a solid understanding of the core elements required to build such a relationship while avoiding common and painful (i.e., expensive) mistakes.

      Learn More

      Seth Gardenswartz

      Licensing Cannabis Brands |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Seth co-founded Blackgarden Law with his partner Candice Owens to create a boutique business law firm representing high-growth ventures. They quickly established a substantial practice in the tech start-up and craft beer industries. When recreational cannabis became legal in their home state, they swiftly moved into the market to focus on corporate structure, finance, and brand protection for this rapidly growing industry.

      Claudia Post

      By Claudia Post, Cannabis delivery: supply chain, chain of custody, and logistics in the cannabis industry. |

      Do you want to start your own delivery service? Here’s what you need to do, understand the state of the industry–all the components you need, research and stay compliant with state regulations, the importance of choosing the correct software, how to vet drivers, freight forwarding, supply-chain, chain of custody, logistics, last-mile cannabis delivery.

      Learn More

      Claudia Post

      Cannabis delivery: supply chain, chain of custody, and logistics in the cannabis industry. |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Claudia Post is an entrepreneur, pioneer groundbreaker, speaker, generous introducer, and power connector. Having recognized cannabis as the next frontier 13 years ago, Claudia founded MOST Consulting Group which is a one-stop shop for cannabis businesses. She provides marketing, advertising, design, and strategy for the cannabis industry. With her 20 years of expertise in transportation, recently Claudia founded Scarlet Express which is a last-mile cannabis delivery service.

      Tim Sutton

      By Tim Sutton, Cannabis Security, Beyond Compliance |

      A security plan utilizing the minimum technology and operational procedures to meet compliance requirements with regulations should not be mistaken as a security plan designed to protect the people and property within a cannabis facility. No single state’s security requirements meet the physical protection standards utilized by every type of business. Most state requirements include antiquated and misunderstood elements for security compliance or fail to address many areas entirely.

      Learn More

      Tim Sutton

      Cannabis Security, Beyond Compliance |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Tim Sutton has 35+ years of security experience. His expertise includes operational security management and program development, loss prevention, physical security and risk assessments, and technical security systems design and implementation. He was director of security at Grassroots and Revolution Enterprises, two IL-based MSOs with operations in several states. Tim also chairs the committee for the currently under development ASIS/ANSI Cannabis Security Standard expected to publish Q4 2023.

      Mike Goral

      By Mike Goral, New vs. Established Markets – How to Survive While Navigating Disruption |

      New markets to cannabis can benefit from the mistakes made in the past. Capital needs will exceed projections and good record keeping, internal policies and procedures as well as prudent tax planning can help you succeed during these challenging times. This secession will help you develop best practices so that your company can grow and obtain investor confidence.

      Learn More

      Mike Goral

      New vs. Established Markets – How to Survive While Navigating Disruption |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Mike leads Armanino's National Cannabis Tax Practice. A tax professional since 1989, he has significant experience in federal, state and local tax from both an accounting and legal perspective. He spent time with multiple Big 4 firms, including serving in KPMG’s Washington National Tax Office, and has worked with cannabis companies both large MSO’s and smaller cannabis companies in all states where cannabis is legal.

      Alexander Romero

      By Alexander Romero, Project Management and Startup Operations |

      Project management (PM), defined as the process of leading the work of a team to achieve a predefined outcome, has long been the cornerstone of successful business. From Fortune 500s businesses to startups, leaders leverage PM to ensure that they minimize risk, manage expert teams, successfully raise capital, meet deadlines, and ensure speed to market. This presentation will provides an overview on how PM provides your cannabis business a competitive advantage and ensures successful operations.

      Learn More

      Alexander Romero

      Project Management and Startup Operations |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Alexander Romero maintains nearly 20 years of operational consulting, strategy development, project management, and project finance expertise in the licensed cannabis operations and Fortune 500 management consulting spaces. A proven leader across diverse regulated industries, Mr. Romero maintains a strategic emphasis on successfully leading organizations at diverse points in their respective lifecycles to fulfill their visions and exceed their goals.

      Steven Gendel

      By Steven Gendel, The Importance of Good Manufacturing Practices in the Cannabis Industry |

      Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are the essential foundation of quality safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. GMP describe how to manufacture Cannabis products in a way that protects the product, the producer, and the consumer. This presentation will give an overview of the principles of GMP, show how they can be employed in the production of any type of Cannabis product, and describe the resources available to help facilities develop and implement GMP.

      Learn More

      Steven Gendel

      The Importance of Good Manufacturing Practices in the Cannabis Industry |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Steven Gendel has over 30 years of experience working to protect product and consumer safety. His background includes more than two decades in the FDA Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition where he contributed to the creation of policy, guidance, and regulations. He is an internationally recognized expert on safety management and assessment. Currently, Steve is an independent consultant at Gendel Food Safety LLC. He can be reached at steve@gendelfoodsafety.com

      Scott Wall

      By Scott Wall, Plant Sap Analysis 101 for Cannabis Cultivation |

      What is plant sap analysis? How is it different from dry tissue analysis? How and when do you collect samples for submission to a plant sap laboratory? How do you read a plant sap report and interpret the data? And most importantly how do you make management decisions from that data? All this will be addressed in a rapid fast passed presentation

      Learn More

      Scott Wall

      Plant Sap Analysis 101 for Cannabis Cultivation |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Scott has dedicated significant time & resources of NEW AGE Laboratories towards providing North American agricultural and horticultural industries with dependable expedited plant sap analysis. Focuses on providing growers data through plant sap analysis to make actionable management decisions. Turning data into actionable management information to improve plant nutrition, crop yields, and producer ROI.

      Justin Shannon

      By Justin Shannon, Policy Exclusions, What to look for so you don’t get Burned |

      Exploring the connection between Risk Management and Profitability. The more things you can do on the front end to mitigate risk, the more money you will save on the back. There are a ton of small adjustments that can be made to your operation that will help you to become more profitable. We will go into detail on what can be done to help you make money.

      Learn More

      Justin Shannon

      Policy Exclusions, What to look for so you don’t get Burned |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Justin is a member of HUB Internationals Cannabis Specialty Practice Group. HUB is the largest cannabis insurance broker in North America serving 750+ clients. He focuses on how all aspects of an insurance program must work together. Creating strategic plans for clients to mitigate cannabis risks and keep them profitable.

      Kenya Alexander

      By Kenya Alexander, Beyond 280E: Navigating State Tax Compliance |

      Sales tax, excise tax, payroll tax, income tax… so many taxes! Not only do cannabis business owners need to be aware of the federal tax laws, but also the state requirements. State tax requirements are just as important (if not more) as federal taxes because one slip-up could cost you your license.

      Learn More

      Kenya Alexander

      Beyond 280E: Navigating State Tax Compliance |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Kenya Alexander is the founder of Green to Green Solutions, a firm that specializes in accounting and compliance needs for cannabis-touching businesses. She is obsessed with solving problems and uses that skill to help business owners identify gaps in their processes and use an accounting perspective to understand and grow their business.

      Rob Sanchez

      By Rob Sanchez, ERP Software & Cannabis Connoisseurship |

      Enterprise Resource Planning systems are essential to maximize efficiency and profits of your cannabis business. We’ll review ERPs and discuss Integrations and Compliance during this session first. Then we’ll talk about Cannabis Connoisseurship and why it matters in the industry before putting the two together to see why and how ERPs can contribute to products worthy of connoisseurship. Join Rob Sanchez from Apartment 113 for this informative session on Cannabis software.

      Learn More

      Rob Sanchez

      ERP Software & Cannabis Connoisseurship |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Rob is a Certified Ganjier and the owner of Apartment 113 Cannabis Connoisseurship & Consulting and contributing writer for Fat Nugs Magazine. He has a lifetime of cannabis experience, starting as a cultivator and hashmaker in Denver's medical days. He now works as a Product Manager and Agile Coach for BLAZE Seed-To-Sale. Rob is an Agilist and proponent of continuous improvement in all areas of work and life with over 12 years of IT software experience.

      Kady Cravens

      By Kady Cravens, Why Standard Operating Procedures Are Crucial For The Success Of Your Cannabis Business |

      When your business is in the Cannabis industry, compliance with the regulations is the bottom line to keeping the doors open.
      So why are there still so many facilities that are operating without SOP practices in place?

      Today, we will take a closer look at the benefits of having a thorough SOP, what can happen when you don’t have an SOP in place and some solutions to get you started on your journey to full compliance today.

      Learn More

      Kady Cravens

      Why Standard Operating Procedures Are Crucial For The Success Of Your Cannabis Business |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Kady Cravens is the CEO and founder of BuildMySOP.com, an interactive software that supports the Cannabis industry with Standard Operating Procedures. Her extensive background in all facility types allowed her to become an expert in Compliance, employee training, and SOPs, helping many startups and existing Cannabis companies with compliance and operating procedures. She also co-hosts a monthly podcast “Ask The Regulator” sharing knowledge of compliance practices in the Cannabusiness industry.

      Sandy Suchoff

      By Sandy Suchoff, How to Run a More Profitable Cannabis Business |

      Cannabis businesses are faced with higher compliance costs and higher taxes when compared to other types of businesses. Additionally, in a lot of states, the markets are saturated, and there is increased competition. Many times the owners are wearing so many hats— many of which they should not be doing because they don’t like it, is not productive, or are a good use of their time. There is a system to create a path to a more successful and profitable cannabis business. Attendees will learn how cash is more important than profit and how profit is more important than revenue. The five drivers of revenue, profit, and cash flow will be taught. Attendees will also learn about targets and forecasts and how they should let the right numbers drive their decisions. We will demonstrate how to keep a scoreboard about what to do every month to keep on track to achieve higher profits and increase cash flow. Lastly, the audience will learn how to create financial objectives and actionable plans to move the needles closer to their targeted numbers.

      Learn More

      Sandy Suchoff

      How to Run a More Profitable Cannabis Business |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Sandy Suchoff CPA is the founder and principal of Lefstein-Suchoff, CPA & Associates, LLC D/B/A The Canna CPAs. The Canna CPAs has been nominated as the #1 cannabis CPA firm in the country by The Marijuana Guide. Suchoff has been featured and interviewed on MSNBC, FOX News, Tune In Business Talk Radio, PBS TV, Chasing News on FOX & WOR, Cannabis Radio, Purple Haze Radio, and Cannabis Tech & Today.

      Derek Stucki

      By Derek Stucki, Cannabis odor – Public Enemy #1 |

      Odor is the industry’s biggest public-facing problem – and we are not winning. We will define the current challenge and look at the coming regulatory impact on odor control. A deep dive into why people complain about odor and why it’s complicated is next. Explore available odor control technologies and see what’s working and what’s not. Understand the science of odor elimination. Leave attendees with a clear understanding of challenges and solutions around cannabis odor.

      Learn More

      Derek Stucki

      Cannabis odor – Public Enemy #1 |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Derek is passionate about helping the industry overcome its biggest obstacle – odor. A veteran in the battle against odor from industrial waste to cannabis. As VP of Business Development for Cannabusters, his mission is to help the industry win the odor game.

      Rick Rainbolt

      By Rick Rainbolt, How to Develop & Succeed in the Premium Exotic Flower Niche |

      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. We’ll cover the (1) Facility (2) Genetics (3) Cultivation. Learn the 3 fundamentals for success in the premium exotic flower niche, the 5 fundamentals to building a premium exotic flower facility, how to set up the facility for perpetual rotation for monthly harvest and how to set up the facility to properly interact with genetics and cultivation.

      Learn More

      Rick Rainbolt

      How to Develop & Succeed in the Premium Exotic Flower Niche |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Rick founded Hemp Geo Institute, LLC. on January 10th, 2017. Over the past several years, HGI has established itself as the ‘go-to’ organization for world-class cannabis education, resources and the development of CRAFT premium exotic flower grow operations. In 2020, Rick designed a proprietary premium exotic flower, ‘Seed-2-Cure’ facility under the brand Canna Cobra, LLC. which offers continuous production, equipped with top vetted equipment and methods that create a completely controlled micro-environment from seed to final curing. Rick has played a role in the Legislative process in helping states become legal to grow Industrial Hemp/Cannabis in addition to consulting on the development of rules and regulation packages.

      Justin Esquivel

      By Justin Esquivel, Genetics, Cannabis Tissue Culture & Advanced Cultivation |

      Take a deep dive into why stable genetics are so important and how you can implement tissue culture into any size cultivation canopy. This will educate & teach the grower how to achieve frosty & flavorful buds time after time! Learn about how to keep your crop bacteria & pest free from start to finish! Become aware of the greatest and most advanced tricks that can be implemented in home or commercial cultivation to achieve exotic premium buds. Understand what to look for when choosing the genetics that you will be cultivating under your BRAND. Once it’s out there, you can’t take it back! The cream always rises to the top!

      Learn More

      Justin Esquivel

      Genetics, Cannabis Tissue Culture & Advanced Cultivation |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Esquivel, President & Geneticist, Green Luster Phenos LLC, has been an influencer and leader in the cannabis industry for fourteen (14) years. Esquivel was the head grower and geneticist of a 20,000 sq. ft indoor commercial-scale cultivation operation out in Colorado back in 2012. Justin has consulted with 62 cannabis facilities, 34 of which operate commercial canopies. He brings standard operating procedures to a gold standard. Esquivel also specializes in Cannabis Tissue Culture & Selective Homozygous Breeding, enabling his company to bring tailored offspring to growers globally!

      Teresa Kearney

      By Teresa Kearney, Protecting Your Green: Utilizing Payroll, HR and Timekeeping to Keep Your Cannabis Operation Compliant |

      For those knowledgeable in cannabis but not as strong in back office practices, this session is for you. Learn the simple processes that will keep you legally compliant and help your cannabis business run smoothly. Often overlooked, Payroll, HR and Timekeeping can drive your business to success or failure. Learn the essentials from a payroll professional. Teresa will discuss 1099 vs. W2, employee handbooks and job descriptions, HR/OSHA compliance and more.

      Learn More

      Teresa Kearney

      Protecting Your Green: Utilizing Payroll, HR and Timekeeping to Keep Your Cannabis Operation Compliant |

      Presentation Abstract:
      About:
      Teresa Kearney is the VP of Sales for Panacea Payroll. Panacea is solely focused on providing Payroll, HR and Timekeeping systems to the cannabis industry. Teresa earned a B.S. in Education at Indiana Univ. of PA and completed graduate study in Psychology at Texas A&M University. While residing in multiple states in the US, she has worked in a variety of fields. Teresa had been in payroll for 8 years before applying her extensive skill set to the growing cannabis industry for the past 4+ years.

      ©2023 Lucky Leaf Expo | Privacy