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| Announcing Our Day 2 Keynote Presenter! |
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Mitch Baruchowitz is the founder and Managing Partner of the private equity firm Merida Capital Holdings, which has deployed more than $275 million, and has ~$450 million in assets under management (AUM) across the cannabis ecosystem. Since its inception in 2016, Merida has completed more than 100 transactions in 70 portfolio companies that include leading ancillary companies and legal operators alike. In addition, Baruchowitz has founded seven cannabis companies that have achieved exits of more than $100 million, and he currently sits on the Board of several leading cannabis technology companies. He is also the former Chairman of public SPAC Merida Merger Corp., which merged with leading cannatech company Leafly (LFLY).
In his candid Cannabis Conference Keynote Presentation on Wednesday, Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. PT, Baruchowitz will share his passion for building companies that are structurally prepared for the unpredictability of the ever-evolving market. Attendees will come away with: - High-level macro trends in cannabis investment in 2022;
- How to conduct a “self-awareness check” that determines your company’s ultimate goal (and the steps to build a process to achieve it);
- What it takes to create an internal culture of “happy warriors” who can address the industry’s constant challenges head-on with solid ethics and confidence—and why this is important;
- Reasons why information gathering at all levels of your business will give you a competitive edge; and
- The role investment firms play in operations—and how to build a better working relationship.
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CAN’T-MISS EDUCAITONAL SESSIONS
In addition to the 85,000-square-foot exhibit hall, the Cannabis Conference provides a robust education program containing 40+ sessions geared toward plant-touching businesses—including cultivators, dispensaries, and processors.
These are just three of our most highly anticipated sessions at Cannabis Conference: |
| Facility Design – Indoor |
In this detail-rich session, experts share tips and pitfalls to avoid when designing indoor cannabis cultivation facilities, including: site selection; utility considerations and sustainability in design; personnel and resource efficiency; important equipment considerations and how to properly size equipment for your needs; designing for workflow efficiency and scalability; pest and disease prevention strategies; and much more.
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SPEAKER
Andy Poticha
Founder and CEO
Cannabis Facility Construction
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Marlon Mallas
General Manager, Cultivation
Lume Cannabis Co.
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| Retail Facility Design & Buildout For Optimal User Experience & Aesthetic |
| In this session, dispensary owners and design experts will share important insights and strategies in any retail buildout, such as: keys to budgeting and setting timelines; critical elements to store layout and design aesthetic/branding; merchandising-planning musts; security and surveillance that is effective but not intimidating; hiring the right contractors; and much more. |
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SPEAKER
Wendy Bronfein
Chief Brand Officer and Director of Public Policy
Curio Wellness
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| Create A Winning License Application (All-Access Pass Required) |
| In this session you’ll learn: how to navigate the most important aspects of application writing; strategies for finding team members who can win over regulators; how to establish relationships with local and state officials; and best advice from experts with proven track records of success.
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MODERATOR / SPEAKER
Debby Goldsberry
Writer and Business Adviser
Green Rush Consulting |
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You’re Running Out of Time to Save!
There’s still time to save on registration rates during our final discount deadline, but ONLY if you secure your tickets by Friday, August 19 at Midnight ET. |
All-Access Pass
$799
(on-site $999)
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| Conference & Expo Pass
$699
(on-site $899)
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| Expo Only Pass
$399
(on-site $499)
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| Virtual Only Pass
$799
(on-site $999)
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*Groups of 3 or more save an additional 15% at checkout.
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