🧠 Power Your Career Growth with Pre-Show Forums

We're less than two months away from MJBizCon!

You already know the must-attend parts of MJBizCon—the Expo, Conference, and Networking Events. But for professionals ready to grow their expertise, the Pre-Show Forums on December 2 are a can't-miss opportunity.

🎟️ Register before October 23 to save with our final discounted rates!

Unlock the Next Level of Your Career.

Select a day-long intensive consisting of Sessions and workshops in Finance, Marketing, Science, or Business 101. Check out this sneak peek of Speakers and their Sessions, and visit our website for the full schedule!

As markets shift and capital tightens, making smart money moves has never been more critical. Learn how to approach M&A, debt vs. equity, private capital, and financial risk in today's climate and see what's working now—and what's next.

Sandy Li

SKN Advisors LLC

Session: AI & Data-Driven Investment: Leveraging Analytics to Maximize Returns

Frank Colombo

Viridian Staffing Advisors

Session: How Will Industry Consolidation Happen with Hemp and Cannabis?

Kevin Culver Esq.

Royse Partners Limited

Session: Continuing Credit Stress: Restructuring Debt in a Post-280E World

Marketing in cannabis means making every message count. Learn how to remain compliant, grow customer loyalty, and evolve brand strategy under ever-changing restrictions. Walk away with real tools to sharpen your campaigns and push your brand further.

Tiana Woodruff

Queen Mary

Session: High Returns on High Visibility: Lessons from Successful Cannabis Marketing Campaigns

Cy Scott

Headset

Session: Understanding the 2025 Cannabis Consumer – Who's Buying & Why?

Susie Plascensia

Latinas in Cannabis & MOTA Glass

Session: The Evolution of Cannabis Marketing: What's Working, What's Changing, and How to Measure It

Quality, consistency, and innovation all start in the lab. Deep dive into the technical side of cannabis—formulation, extraction, testing, and compliance. If your team touches R&D, product development, or lab operations, this is where your competitive advantage is built.

Melissa Sturgess

Ananda Pharma plc

Session: From Clinic to Cannabinoid: Real-World Evidence and Best Practices in Medical Cannabis Treatment

Dr. Ryan Vandrey

Johns Hopkins Cannabis Science Laboratory

Session: Cannabis & Sleep Disorders: A Scientific Review of Cannabinoids and Sleep Health

Rebecca Abraham

Plesio Health

Session: Women's Health & Cannabis: Exploring Therapeutic Potential for Menopause, Endometriosis, and Hormonal Balance

New to the industry? Get a high-level view of the entire cannabis business—from retail to cultivation to compliance—find your fit and start planning your path. Perfect for those exploring entry points or building their first venture.

Angelica Sanchez

MWG Holdings Group & Perfect Union

Session: Launching Legally: Licensing, Compliance, and Capital for Cannabis Startups

Tahir Johnson

Simply Pure Trenton

Session: Building a Cannabis Dispensary: From Startup to Success

Darwin Millard

Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ)

Session: Building the Foundation: Extraction & Manufacturing Essentials

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