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Hosted by CannabizMD, the Maryland Cannabis Industry Symposium: Element of Success was held in Lanham, Maryland, and livestreamed on February 24, 2024. Leading cannabis industry thought leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs came together to explore the essential elements contributing to the success of a licensed Maryland and emerging MidAtlantic cannabis business.
Social equity advocate and industry entrepreneur Tahir Johnson started the day with his keynote, “A Roadmap for Success.” Four roundtable discussions followed, each followed by a dynamic Q + A session that navigated the complexities of the cannabis industry. These discussions dove deep into the key elements that drive success in the dynamic regulated cannabis industry.
Discussions explored:
- Best practices in financial management and investment within the cannabis sector, including protections from predatory investors and partners.
- Strategies for building high-performing teams and optimizing operational efficiency in cannabis businesses.
- Complex regulatory frameworks governing the cannabis industry at local, state, and national for navigating legal and regulatory hurdles while ensuring business continuity and adherence to ethical standards.
- The importance of brand building and community engagement in the cannabis industry, with a focus on servicing medical cannabis patients and corporate social responsibility.
Thank you to the following industry experts who generously shared their expertise throughout the day:
- Jacquie Cohen Roth, MS, Founder/CEO CannabizMD+ Tea Pad
- Christina Bettencourt Johnson, CEO, Standard Wellness Maryland
- Venroy July, Partner, Dickinson Wright
- Leah Heise, Founder and President, Gemini Twin Consulting
- Dorothy Kolb, Founder and CEO, Planet Earth CFO Advisory
- Lake Smith Founder, QCI Solutions
- Ciera Parks, MHRD, SHRM-CP CWC HR Solutions & Training
- Lucas McCann, PhD, Chief Science Officer and Co-Founder, CannDelta, Inc
- Jacob Carlson Co-Founder/CEO, EzHire Cannabis
- Eddie L. Pounds, Partner, Perry, White, Jacobson, Ross & Jacobson
- Erin Gorman Kirk, Co-Founder, Cannabis Government Strategies
- Michael McQueeny, Partner, Foley Hoag
- Jonathan Wachs, Founder, Offit Kurman’s Cannabis Law Group
- Munir Haque, Vice President, Cure8
- Kevin Ford, Jr., Founder/CEO, The Uplift Companies
- Hope Wiseman, Co-Founder and CEO, WISECO
- Todd Hughes, PMP, COO BCB Mastermind
- Paloma Lehfeldt, M.D., MS, Senior Director, Clinical Science, and Partnerships Goodness Growth Holdings
- Claudia Post, Founder MOST Consulting Group & Scarlet Express
Testimonials:
“The CannabizMD Symposium didn’t just meet our expectations; it exceeded them in every way. It was more than an event; it was a crucial stepping stone for understanding the complexities of the cannabis market here in Maryland and in general. We are grateful for the knowledge and connections gained and are excited to venture into the cannabis accounting space.”
“Thank you for organizing such an informative and well-executed event. We look forward to participating in future symposia and would unreservedly recommend CannabizMD to any professional or firm looking to deepen their understanding of the cannabis industry.”
“It (the CannabizMD Maryland Cannabis Industry Symposium) was one of the most informative and intimate industry events I have attended. Great info and great people.”
Visit the CannabizMD YouTube channel for recordings of the CannabizMD Maryland Cannabis Industry Symposium: Elements of Success for Tahir Johnson’s keynote, the Symposium roundtable discussions, and other recorded CannabizMD programs.
