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First Sale Cash Darius and Roland Conner, Jan 24 2023

January 26, 2023October 30, 2024 By CWCBExpo

January 2023 Newsletter

Legalization & Regulatory News

New York Dispensaries

Smacked Opened January 24, 2023 as the 2nd New York City Cannabis Adult-Use Dispensary

Congratulations to Smacked, the second adult use dispensary to open in New York City and the first New York dispensary owned by a justice involved license holder. Owner Roland Conner was formerly incarcerated for marijuana. CWCBExpo was on site witnessing history as Smacked opened up on January 24 at 144 Bleecker Street in Manhattan to hundreds of buyers of legal weed. Mr. Conner and his dispensary is one of the first examples of the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) implementing their social equity plan regarding issued licenses and dispensary ownership. The OCM asserts that 36 more licenses will be issued in the coming weeks.

After making the first legacy to legal sale, Mr. Conner addressed the crowd: “If it wasn’t for him [Ronald’s son, Darius Conner] and what he was doing in the legacy market, which reminds me of myself twenty-five years ago doing the same thing that got me in trouble. And so with him, I said to him, I said, listen, what we need to do at this point is figure out what’s going on, how we can do this legally, and we went down this journey, and this journey has brought me to actually having him do the first legal sale from legacy to legal. And so that’s the journey me and him went on and I’m really happy about it.”
– Roland Conner, opening day of his store Smacked, January 24, 2023

Connecticut Dispensaries

Congratulations to the first eight Adult Use dispensaries that opened up in Connecticut on January 10. They collectively brought in over $2 million in sales on the first day. What a great addition to the East Coast’s booming legal cannabis business market.

New Jersey Consumption Areas

The NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) has issued their proposed rules amendments regarding cannabis consumption areas. Be mindful of the public commentary period expiring on March 18, 2023. Get your comments into the NJCRC.

Learn more about the proposals for consumption areas by downloading this primer from the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission here.

U. S. Virgin Islands Passes Adult Use

Congratulations to the US Virgin Islands for passing adult use and medical cannabis legislation. Their passage laid out a comprehensive legalization of cannabis. The Virgin Islands Cannabis Use Act was signed on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 by Governor Albert Bryan, Jr.

Read it in Forbes: U.S. Virgin Islands Passes Cannabis Legalization Bill

CWCBExpo Sneak Peak

CWCBExpo Sneak Peak: Women’s Pavilion

CWCBExpo is proud to feature the “CWCBExpo Women’s Pavilion” offering Anchor and Supporting sponsorships. Join Anchor Sponsor, Women Grow, and the many women-owned and women-managed cannabis businesses and emerging entrepreneurs as they help build the industry!

CWCBExpo Blog

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CWCBExpo Video Highlights Corner

“Keynote Conversation – Redman and Steve Bloom“

Listen to the energetic keynote session from the mainstage where Redman, Co-Founder of the National Cannabis Party (now the National Consensus Party); Hip Hop star, actor, producer, is interviewed by Steve Bloom, publisher, CelebStoner.

Click here to watch the monthly video presentation.

CWCBExpo Exhibitor Testimonial

“We got to meet a lot of distributors, retail stores, licensed growers, so the leads have been quality… CWCBExpo is almost like a staple. You gotta be here!”
Omeed Turan, urbanXtracts

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December 20, 2022October 30, 2024 By CWCBExpo

Holiday Newsletter 2022

Legalization News

New York State Dispensaries

Congratulations to the recipients of the first NYS Recreational Dispensary Licenses issued in November!

It looks like NYS will have its first dispensaries open in late December and will have more openings continuing into 2023. Read about who these recipients are:

These Are New York’s First Recreational Marijuana Retailers

New York State Verification Tool

On December 15, Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a Verification Tool that informs consumers about legal NYS dispensaries selling tested and safe products. The tool provides a seal that identifies such establishments

View the universal symbol with this downloadable pdf

Read the statement on NY State’s government website

Read how it’s being covered in the Governor’s hometown with local Buffalo news

Housing Works Opens First New York City Cannabis Adult-Use Dispensary

Congratulations to Housing Works which plans to open New York City’s first Adult-Use Legal Cannabis Dispensary in Manhattan on December 29, 2022.

Housing Works on Track to Open NY’s First Legal Cannabis Dispensary

Bronx Community Foundation Showcases a Cannabis Retail Showroom Experience

Earlier in December the Bronx Community Foundation showcased a pop-up retail show room to educate the public in an end-to-end fashion about the cannabis dispensary experience, and also about the cannabis industry and many of the issues involved with it. Read about what was presented:

New York’s First Cannabis Retail Showroom Opens in the Bronx

Cultivation in New York State

New York State farmers are growing marijuana with conditional licenses which will certainly support the booming market that is happening in New York State. Read more here from the New York Times:

New York Cannabis Crop Farmers

Consumption Lounges in New Jersey

In early December, the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) approved rules for cannabis consumption lounges and their operations. The public comments period is open for 60 days from when the rules were announced. Get your comments into the NJCRC, and learn more about the rules for consumption lounges here:

NJ-CRC approves proposed rules for cannabis consumption areas

New Jersey Cannabis Sales Report

More positive news from New Jersey is related to their cannabis sales logged from July 2022 to September 2022. Read about how much recreational cannabis has generated for the state as well as what the medical component is – also an impressive number.

Recreational cannabis sales jump to more than $100 million in 2022 third quarter

Around the Nation: Ballot Measure Wrap-Up as We Lease 2022

Five states held ballot measures during the midterm elections for voters to consider making recreational marijuana legal in their state. Not all five were passed. Congratulations to Maryland and Missouri! Arkansas, North Dakota and South Dakota voted “no” to the measures.

Check out the CWCBExpo Blog for a detailed wrap up of the November cannabis related election results: cannabismeansbusiness.com/federal-news-november-2022-election

You can also see the cannabis election results from U.S. News & World Report:
After election marijuana advocates look to next states

Keep up to date with NORML’s full nationwide outlook of legalization today:
2022 Legislative Report

CWCBExpo Blog

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CWCBExpo Video Highlights Corner

“Cannabis in New York: Government’s Role in Building an Equitable Industry Across City and State“

This panel featured New York City and State officials speaking from the CWCBExpo Main Stage on June 3, 2022. They discussed the cannabis industry in New York City and New State with a focus on scalable business operations, equity and inclusion.

The speakers, from left to right were: Chris Alexander, Executive Director, Office of Cannabis Management; Andrew Kimball, President, Economic Development Corp; Commissioner Kevin Kim, Small Business Services; Commissioner Sideya Sherman, Mayor’s Office of Equity; Moderated by Carlyn S. Buckler, Associate Professor Cornell University, School of Practice School of Integrative Plant Science.

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CWCBExpo Exhibitor Testimonial

“We came here to see what was happening in the Northeast because we are primarily California. We’ve had a lot of traffic come through from varying backgrounds… we’ve had a steady flow throughout the show, and we feel good about who we are meeting and the business we can create. Our company has built stores all across America, but now the opportunities are moving into the East Coast and licensing will be available… CWCBE was a great way to expand our market area.”
Chris Eisley, Temeka Group

CWCBExpo New York 2023 is Fast Approaching!

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October 26, 2022October 30, 2024 By CWCBExpo

October Newsletter 2022

Legalization and Election News

Multi-state Ballot Measures: 5 States to Vote on Recreational Cannabis

Five states will have ballot measures during the upcoming midterm elections for voters to consider making recreational marijuana legal in their state. We will soon learn the outcome of what those measures will be for Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Washington Post: What you need to know about marijuana in the midterms.

Federal Legalization

While voters patiently await the outcome of state ballot measures pertaining to cannabis, it is important to make note of the continued efforts by NORML to push legalization forward on a federal level. Read the Op Ed written by Paul Armentano, Deputy Director entitled, “NORML Op-Ed: Cannabis Must Be Removed From the Controlled Substances Act.”

This Op Ed originally was published in The Hill on October 21, 2022.

NORML Op-Ed: Cannabis Must Be Removed From the Controlled Substances Act

Global Legalization

Earlier in the first weeks of October, President Biden announced pardons to those individuals who had simple marijuana offenses under federal law. With the United States winning state-by-state legalization and marching toward federal legalization, what is the legalization outlook internationally? To get a perspective on this, an informative article is in the

Washington Post: How do U.S. marijuana policies compare globally after Biden’s pardon?

CWCBExpo Exhibitor Testimonial

“We’ve been exhibiting for 3 to 4 years now, and it’s always been a great show for us. We are Delaware based, so NJ and NY going legal is incredibly exciting to us. We got to talk to really interesting people doing great things in cannabis, and on top of that, we got leads of people that we didn’t expect.” Francesca Vavala, The Sales Joint

CWCBExpo Video Highlights Corner

“Social Equity: Progress and Needed Change“

This curated roundtable features the movers, shakers and changemakers in the cannabis industry who keep working toward progress and make difference. They discuss the current challenges and issues surrounding communities most affected by the war on drugs as well as the legislation across the US that has mandated steps to ensure progress for equity, fairness and business support.

Session speakers, from left to right are: Leo Bridgewater, Co-founder, Collective 60 New Jersey; Carlyn S. Buckler, Associate Professor Cornell University, School of Practice School of Integrative Plant Science, Chair of the Cornell College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Diversity and Inclusion Committee; Faye Coleman, Founder and CEO, Pure Genesis; Jerel Registre, Fund Managing Director, Curio Wellness; Moderated by Tanya Osborne, Founder CannaDiva, LLC, Director of Community Engagement and Digital Production for Women Grow.

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CWCBExpo Blog

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CWCBExpo Exhibitor Testimonial

“What Cannabis World Congress has to offer, more than any other expo, is the expertise of the team that brings this together. They attract amazing speakers as well as great industry support for information on how to find your place in the cannabis industry.”
Keiko Beatie, Coral Cove Wellness

September 28, 2022October 30, 2024 By CWCBExpo

September Newsletter 2022

CWCBExpo Exhibitor Testimonial

“We came here to break into the new grounds that is New York. We’re excited to meet new prospects… The show experience has been great, there’s been a constant flow of people.” Lloyd Lazartic, Blaze, CWCBExpo 2022

CWCBExpo Video Highlights Corner

“Living Your Best Life with Cannabis”

In this CWCBExpo Roundtable, hear from industry powerhouses and supporters of a healthy lifestyle while incorporating cannabis. This special session features Jenny Argie, Founder, Owner Jenny’s Home Baked Goods; Arnaud Dumas de Rauly, Co-Founder/CEO The Blinc Group; Rob Mejia, Adjunct Professor, Stockton University, Cannabis Studies Department; and is moderated by Christina DiGiovanni, Founder and CEO, The Emerald.

Click here to watch this presentation.

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Legalization and Licensing Milestones

New York State “Medical Home Cultivation”

The New York State Office of Cannabis Management has issued revised Medical Home Cultivation rules that are set to take effect on October 5, 2022.

It is important to know the rules about home grow of medical cannabis. If you are a caregiver or a medical patient make sure you get to know the revised regulations. The NYS Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) released on September 26 a comprehensive “Medical Cannabis Home Cultivation Guide” explaining the new guidelines.

Download the guide from the OCM here.

New Jersey Seeking Commentary

There is still time. The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission is seeking public commentary. They have proposed new rules on numerous aspects of the state’s personal-use cannabis market and want to hear from the public. The comment period expires September 30, 2022.

Read about it on the the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission website.

Federal Legalization: SHIP Act

A federal bill called the Small and Homestead Independent Producers (SHIP) Act, was introduced by Democratic Representative, Jared Huffman of California. If the SHIP Act passes, it would let some cannabis farmers send cannabis orders directly to customers through the mail within California and to other states that have legalized cannabis. But it would only take effect once cannabis is removed from Schedule 1 and when all criminal penalties related to cannabis are removed from federal law.

Related to the SHIP Act being introduced, a group was formed called The National Craft Cannabis Coalition, comprised of groups from Oregon, California, Washington, Vermont, Maine, and Massachusetts. The NCCC supports small-scale growers to be able to thrive and try to compete with the larger multi-state operators. Read about the SHIP Act and the NCCC here in High Times.

Read about it in High Times.

Get the Bill documentation here.

CWCBExpo New York 2023 is Fast Approaching!

Grab the Exhibitor Fall Special and select your location today. This is your chance to exhibit in the hottest market to build your brand. This exhibitor special is in effect until November 1.

CWCBExpo will feature:

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Special Pavilions
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Networking Events and Parties

CWCBExpo Exhibitor Testimonial

“We had some really strong and intentional meetings, and people were just engaged. And it just felt like I was busy from the time we started to the time we ended, there was such great energy. I just am proud to be a part of [CWCBExpo].” Roz McCarthy, M4MM

August 8, 2022September 3, 2024 By CWCBExpo

Summer Newsletter 2022

Legalization and Licensing Milestones

New York
As the New York State Office of Cannabis Management progresses its licensing program of legal cannabis businesses, be mindful of the open comment periods which come to an end soon. They are asking for public commentary with noted deadlines as follows:

NYS CANNABIS REGULATIONS OUT FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

Proposed Laboratory Testing Regulations – comment period closes August 15, 2022
Proposed Packaging, Labeling, Marketing and Advertising Regulations – comment period closes on August 15, 2022
Revised Medical Cannabis Regulations – comment period closes September 19, 2022

Visit the Office of Cannabis Management website to learn more.

New Jersey
The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission has proposed new rules and is also seeking public commentary. They have proposed new rules on numerous aspects of the state’s personal-use cannabis market and want to hear from the public.

The comment period expires September 30, 2022.

Read about it on the the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission website.

Kudos to New Jersey for obliterating the taxes on medical cannabis as of July 1, as part of the 3-phase tax elimination for medical cannabis.

Read about it here.

Federal Legalization
It seems that the prospect of federal legalization has signs of hope every now and again, and then the big “but” shows up. Cannabis legalization supporter, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, introduced legislation to legalize cannabis federally this past July 21.

But – it lacks the necessary bipartisan votes in the Senate to pass. The bill addresses giving states the rights to set cannabis laws in the wake of any federal legalization, including creation of business grant programs to those wanting to enter the industry in communities adversely affected by drug laws. Much more is addressed in the bill “but” much work and more support is needed to get any such bill or parts of it passed.

Read about it at Politico.

And by the way, related to Federal Legalization…
Recent poll data gathered by the Economist and YouGov showed that by a margin of 2 to 1, Americans are supportive of a Federal legalization mandate legalizing adult use of marijuana.

Read about it on NORML.

International News

Our editors came across this Washington Post article and we wanted to share it. It is important to promote those world-wide heroes in our industry who are among the brave, courageous and committed. The cannabis conversation has been started by Kenyan presidential candidate George Wajackoyah. He is making it a cornerstone of his campaign.

A must read from the Washington Post.

CWCBExpo Exhibitor Testimonial

“We got to meet a lot of distributors, retail stores, licensed growers, so the leads have been quality… CWCBExpo is almost like a staple: You gotta be here!” urbanXtracts, CWCBExpo 2022

CWCBExpo Video Highlights Corner

“Trends and Opportunities in Marijuana and Hemp,” presented by Amanda Reiman, Vice President Policy Research, New Frontier Data

Are you thinking of expanding your business on the East Coast? At our recent CWCBExpo New York 2022 conference, New Frontier Data’s Amanda Reiman highlighted cannabis market and business trends, including cannabis opportunities in New York.

Click here to watch this presentation.

“In Conversation With…Tremaine Wright,” with Gia Morón

Also at our CWCBExpo New York 2022 conference, Tremaine Wright, Chair of the New York State Cannabis Control Board, discussed cannabis licensing in New York State with Gia Moron, President of Women Grow, and Founder/CEO of GVM Communications. Discover how your business might secure a license in the hottest market in the United States.

Click here to watch this presentation.

CWCBExpo Blog

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CWCBExpo New York 2023 is Fast Approaching!

Grab the Exhibitor Fall Special and select your location today. This is your chance to exhibit in the hottest market to build your brand. This exhibitor special is in effect until November 1.

CWCBExpo will feature:

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June 13, 2022October 17, 2024 By CWCBExpo

Post-Show Newsletter May/June 2022

CWCBExpo Helps to Build East Coast Cannabis Market

CWCBExpo New York 2022 highlighted industry icons, trail blazers, visionaries,
The Honorable Mayor Eric Adams, and The Office of Cannabis Management
at its 8th Annual conference and expo at the Javits Center.

Show Floor Highlights

Exhibitors, sponsors, attendees and speakers networked on the show floor and at after-hour events, keeping the business discussions going and flowing.

Education Pavilion

Continuing the commitment to support education, the show floor featured an environment for those colleges that have cannabis curricula to exhibit their offerings. This show floor feature has helped to further tear down the stigma of cannabis and help highlight the most progressive learning opportunities. Many of these colleges are seeking to attract and partner with exhibiting companies and business owners who were at CWCBExpo to educate their workforces and communities.

Women Grow Pavilion

In keeping with helping to build the marketplace and industry, the Women Grow Pavilion featured 30 entrepreneurs who are leading female-owned cannabis-related businesses who exhibited their new products and innovations.

Proud Mary Lounge

We proudly celebrated Pride Month with the Proud Mary Lounge. Co-founded by Brie Brewer, Proud Mary advocates for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the cannabis industry. Proud Mary exhibited for the first time ever in a cannabis trade show and created the Proud Mary Lounge where everyone was welcome to relax and network in an inclusionary environment.

She Blaze Podcast

Hosted by Dasheeda Dawson and Ice Dawson, the award winning podcast went live from the show floor and interviewed our exhibitors, attendees and speakers.

Conference Highlights

Headliners, Keynotes, and Roundtables

The conference was kicked off with an informative industry update, “Trends and Opportunities in Marijuana and Hemp,” presented by Amanda Reiman, Vice President Policy Research, New Frontier Data. It was a great start to the first-day’s theme which was focused on investment.

The two investment-focused roundtables were presented with trailblazers and pioneers in the industry. One was, “Roundtable: Investors – Weed Meets Wall Street.”

Business leaders included: Terry Booth, CEO, Audacious/Australis Capital (AUSA); Steve Abraham, Head of Corporate Development and Investor Relations, The Blinc Group; Jay Czarkowski, Founding Partner, Canna Advisors; Chip Daniels, Founder, State Stox Group; moderated by Carl Cameron, Journalist.

The other roundtable was, “Beverages – Where is the Greenest Grass Growing and Flowing?” with industry business leaders: Tracy Mason, Co-Founder and CEO, House of Saka; Ron Shapira, CFA, Founder, Mosaic Advisory Partners; Ken VandeVrede, CEO Hillview Med; moderated by Christopher Smith, American Cannabis Report.

The attendees were captivated with the discussion about the future that beverages and cannabis have and how it can flourish.

CWCBExpo New York continued our Keynote, “In Conversation With…” series with Weedmaps CEO, Chris Beals, who spoke with Mona Zhang, States Cannabis Policy Reporter, Politico. They spoke to a packed audience about the history of Weedmaps and its success across the nation in promoting safe consumption and inclusion, and what’s next.

We also heard from Hip-Hop icon, actor, author and co-founder of the National Cannabis Party, Redman. Redman’s Keynote, “In Conversation With…” was with Steve Bloom, Publisher and Editor of CelebStoner.com, former Editor of High Times and former Editor-in-Chief of Freedom Leaf. The discussion was energetic and riveting as Steve and Redman discussed Redman’s climb in music, pop-culture and activism. We learned about Redman’s most recent journey as co-founder of the National Cannabis Party.

The Keynote Conversations continued with Nick Kovacevich, CEO of Greenlane Holdings talking with Tim Seymour, Co-Anchor of CNBC’s Fast Money. The audience heard about Nick’s pioneering journey as co-founder and chair of KushCo Holdings and his rise to Greenlane Holdings, which merged with KushCo Holdings in 2021. Nick’s leadership has led to the success and growth of Greenlane Holdings.

An Historic Year for New York

Honorable Eric Adams, 110th Mayor of New York City
In this historic year of legalized cannabis in New York, Mayor Eric Adams came to CWCBExpo and brought greetings and special remarks to attendees.

The audience heard first-hand about Mayor Adams’ support of the emerging cannabis and hemp industries.

Update on Licensing from Tremaine Wright, Chair of the New York Cannabis Control Board
Gia Moron, President of Women Grow and Founder of GVM Communications, spoke with Tremaine Wright, Chair of the NYS Cannabis Control Board. The audience received an update on NYS cannabis licensing. An enthusiastic Q/A period was had. Chair Wright walked the floor afterward and visited exhibitors.

Licensing and the Illicit Market

A session called “Licensing & the Illicit Market” discussed how legalization will affect illicit markets. The session was moderated by Mona Zhang, States Cannabis Policy Reporter for Politico. Panelists included Chris Beals, CEO, Weedmaps; Dasheeda Dawson, Chair, Cannabis Regulators of Color Coalition; and Calvin Frye, Cannabis Pioneer and Entrepreneur, and Founder of Cloneville.

City and State Collaboration

A special ground-breaking city-state panel, “Building an Equitable Cannabis Industry Across City and State,” was featured as part of the city-state collaboration to support cannabis licensing across the city and state. Panelists included commissioners from the Mayor’s Office on Equity, the Economic Development Corporation, the Small Business Services, and the NYS Office of Cannabis Management (OCM).

The speakers were: Andrew Kimball, President, Economic Development Corp; Commissioner Kevin Kim, Small Business Services; Commissioner Sideya Sherman, Mayor’s Office of Equity; Chris Alexander, Executive Director, Office of Cannabis Management; the moderator was Carlyn S. Buckler, Associate Professor Cornell University, School of Practice School of Integrative Plant Science.

Social Equity in Cannabis
The session, “Roundtable: Social Equity – Progress & Needed Change,” featured industry business owners, executives and professionals who have been working toward an equitable and fair cannabis industry for people of color, women, and all minorities. While progress has been made, much more needs to be done and all eyes are on NYS to implement a cannabis program that is the model for the entire nation regarding social equity provisions.

The audience heard from Jerel Registre, Fund Managing Director, Curio Wellness; Faye Coleman, Founder and CEO, Pure Genesis; Leo Bridgewater, Co-founder, Collective 60 New Jersey; Carlyn S. Buckler, Associate Professor Cornell University, School of Practice School of Integrative Plant Science, Chair of the Cornell College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Diversity and Inclusion Committee; moderated by Tanya Osborne, Founder CannaDiva, LLC, Director of Community Engagement and Digital Production for Women Grow.

Master Session Workshop: Dispensaries

With the wave of legalization across the USA for medical cannabis and adult-use cannabis, owning a dispensary has become a desirable goal for many as it can be quite lucrative. This workshop went through the entire real-life experience of owning a dispensary. Attendees heard from east and west coast dispensary owners, retailers, and designers about getting a license and owning, maintaining, expanding, and selling a dispensary.

The workshop was moderated by Calvin Frye, Cannabis Pioneer and Entrepreneur, Founder Cloneville, while the speakers included: Faye Coleman, Founder/CEO, Pure Genesis; Nichelle Santos, Founder/CEO, Canna Coverage; Angela Wright, Founder/CEO, National Botanical Company; Neil Kaufman, Managing Member, Kaufman-McGowan, PLLC; Mitzi Keating, Citrin Cooperman; Harry Carpenter, Citrin Cooperman; Colleen Higgins, RPh, Pharmacist; Bob Kassoff, VP, Sales and Marketing, Wilson Safe Company; Norman Chevlin, Founder and CEO, Plant Your Financial Seed; Dario Boyce, Project Manager, Anderson Porter Design; Greg Miller, President of Retail, Curio Wellness.

Cannabis and Lifestyle

We were proud to provide a platform for several roundtables and sessions that highlighted living a healthy life with cannabis, as well as making good and responsible decisions when consuming cannabis. Roundtables on sustainability, health and wellness and cultivation were featured. The panelists included business owners, cultivators, industry experts, and technologists.

The sustainability session, Roundtable: Eco-Conscious Cannabis, discussed the important questions such as: How was your cannabis grown? Did it get produced, grown, harvested, extracted, packaged, stored and sold with sustainability and eco-safety in mind? Do you care and do you know about the safety standards and the supply chain of how that cannabis you bought was grown and how it was handled all the way through to sale for consumption?

Attendees heard from knowledgeable panelists about the importance of maintaining a sustainable environment: Matthew Broxterman, Director of Sales, Boulder Creek Technologies; Jason Thomas, Founding Partner, Precision Quality Compliance; Kyle Georges, VP Sales and Business Development, Maratek Environmental; George Stantchev, CEO, COMERG; moderated by Carl Cameron.

A Health & Wellness session, Roundtable: Living a Healthy Life with Cannabis, heard from business owners and supporters of a healthy lifestyle while incorporating cannabis. The discussions focused on regimens of infused products, edibles, food preparation, CBD oils, vaping and exercise.

Panelists included Jenny Argie, Founder and Owner, Jenny’s Home Baked Goods; Arnaud Dumas de Rauly, Co-Founder/CEO The Blinc Group; Rob Mejia, Adjunct Professor, Stockton University, Cannabis Studies Department; moderated by Christina DiGiovanni, Founder and CEO, The Emerald.

The session, Roundtable: Cultivation, highlighted important topics that must be considered in cultivation, such as artificial intelligence, genetics, quality control, and effective and intelligent grow methods.

Speakers included, Ian Seiferling, CEO, Adaviv; Calvin Frye, Founder, Cloneville; moderated by Gretchen Gailey, Chief Strategist, CWCBExpo.

Networking Events

Attendees, speakers, and exhibitors took part in networking events that allowed the business-building to continue after the show floor closed. CWCBExpo’s Cannabis Week, which ran from May 31 – June 5, allowed the New York business community to take part in numerous special events that sparked mind-share, education, fun, and business opportunities.

Congratulations to NORML and Curved Papers for another successful NORML FORML. Advocacy is an important part of our industry and this is always a wonderful event to kick-off CWCBExpo.

Our Networking Mixer, sponsored by Weedmaps, the Spleef after-party and the Industry Yacht Party were well attended events. CWCBExpo thanks all participants!

Thank you to our Sapphire Sponsor, and to our Networking Mixer, After-Party, Yacht Party and other sponsors:

April 26, 2022September 3, 2024 By CWCBExpo

April 2022 Newsletter

Legalization and Licensing Milestones

New York City

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has proposed an investment of $4.8 Million in the 2023 fiscal year budget to help support the growth of the cannabis industry in New York City. The funding will create outreach agencies and programs that focus on those communities impacted by the war on drugs. It also supports new businesses seeking licenses to operate dispensaries and other cannabis businesses in New York City. It is a positive approach and the Mayor has committed to work with state and local leaders to make New York the most equitable cannabis industry and a model for the entire nation.

Read about it in Financial Regulation News.

New Jersey

In our March Newsletter we mentioned that Governor Phil Murphy updated his state budget to reflect the anticipated revenue that legal marijuana will generate for his state. Well, that revenue started to be generated April 21 when New Jersey opened 13 approved dispensaries to sell up to one ounce of marijuana to adults 21 years and older. Indeed there was traffic along the routes where the dispensaries were located, and long lines to get in, and at some of the dispensaries, sales were done by appointment only. Adult sales started and it was an historic day indeed.

Read about here in the New York Times.

Pennsylvania

Kudos to the recent Pennsylvania Senate who gave a bi-partisan approved vote to allow legal cannabis businesses access to better banking and insurance services. The bill authorizes but does not require banks and insurers to provide services to cannabis businesses. Banks and insurers are protected against penalties for providing such services.

Read about it from Pennsylvania Senate Republicans.

Federal Legalization

In our March Newsletter we highlighted how the lack of Federal legalization is an obstacle for legitimate businesses to be successful. Federal illegalization constantly and negatively impacts cannabis business owners from getting service from financial institutions in states where cannabis is legal. Representative Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) has urged his colleagues to at least pass the SAFE Banking Act as a first step to help cannabis businesses in the absence of Federal Legalization. Read about Perlmutter’s appeal to his colleagues.

Read about it in Financial Regulation News.

Health and Cannabis

Parkinson’s Disease

Alternative treatments and medications that the cannabis plant has to offer are vigorously sought after by those suffering from many medical conditions. This month we highlight Parkinson’s Disease. Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the dopamine-producing (“dopaminergic”) neurons in a specific area of the brain called substantia nigra. The Parkinson’s Foundation asserts that more research is needed to determine how cannabis should be administered and how the long-term use of cannabis might affect Parkinson’s patients manage their tremors, balance issues, limb rigidity and slow movements that result from Parkinson’s Disease.

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Exhibits
Special Pavilions
Workshops
Conference Seminars
Networking Events – Thursday Networking Mixer on the Show Floor
Official CWCBExpo After Party Thursday Evening
Friday Night Yacht Party

Meet Chris Beals, CEO of Weedmaps: CWCBExpo Keynote Speaker;

Weedmaps Networking Mixer Lead Sponsor and Exhibitor Keynote: In Conversation With… Chris Beals

Weedmaps has grown its brand under the tutelage of Chris Beals, CEO Weedmaps. He began his journey at Weedmaps as General Counsel. Today, Chris Beals is the leader building and overseeing a variety of partnerships that have helped to build Weedmaps’ mission – to provide technology solutions in the industry for inclusive, safe and convenient access for all consumers. Attend this much anticipated Keynote, “In Conversation With…Chris Beals,” moderated by industry journalist, Mona Zhang, States Cannabis Policy Reporter for POLITICO at CWCBExpo New York!

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Don’t forget to book your ticket to the Weedmaps Networking Mixer at CWCBExpo.

Tickets are limited so get yours now!

CWCBExpo Blog: Stay Up to Date with Industry News

CWCBExpo’s blog is your convenient place to stay up to date with industry news. Check out the CWCBExpo Blog today.

The CWCBExpo Yacht Party is Back!

The famous Industry Yacht party will take place at the end of Day 2 of the CWCBExpo, on Friday, June 3, from 6pm to 10pm. Boarding will be from the pier behind the Javits Center. You must be registered at CWCBExpo to attend.

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March 17, 2022September 3, 2024 By CWCBExpo

March 2022 Newsletter

Legalization and Licensing Milestones

New York

Substantial progress continues on the East Coast regarding Adult Use. On March 15, New York State (NYS) Governor Kathy Hochul announced the opening of the Application Portal for hemp farmers to obtain an Adult Use Cannabis Conditional Cultivator License to grow marijuana.
Get info from NYS.
Go directly to the NYS licensing portal.

In addition, the portal will allow applicants with prior convictions to apply for a retail license under the “Seeding Opportunity Initiative.” The groundbreaking approach to inclusion and social equity gives those individuals and communities who have been negatively and economically impacted to get priority with the first issued licenses.
Read about this initiative from Reuters.

New Jersey

Meanwhile in New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy has updated his state budget to reflect the anticipated revenue that legal marijuana will generate for his state, indicating that legal sales will begin soon. Read about here in NJ.com.

Don’t forget to keep these upcoming NJCRC public meeting dates in view in case you want to participate. Click here to get the dates from NJ gov.

Maryland

Home to Chesapeake Bay, the beautiful state of Maryland is looking to advance recreational marijuana with the legislative bill advancing in the State House which seeks to amend their state constitution by a vote in November. We will keep watching for developments.
Read about it and watch a video from NBC’s WBALTV11.

Federal Legalization

The reality that marijuana is still Federally illegal – despite the majority of public opinion in favor of legalization in the United States – is an obstacle for legitimate businesses to become successful. Federal illegalization constantly and negatively impacts cannabis business owners and creates difficulty in getting service from financial institutions in states where cannabis is legal.
Read an update from NORML.

Multiple Sclerosis and Cannabis

Alternative medications that the cannabis plant has to offer are vigorously sought after by those who have ailments. Multiple Sclerosis is a debilitating disease and its symptoms render those afflicted to lose their bodily motor functions, and ultimately contributes to losing their lives. Cannabis as an alternative treatment may help ease symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis patients.
Read the article from Emerald Magazine.

This Month’s Featured Video Archive Recording

“Inside the Industry, Thought Leadership Series: What’s Next?”

Not to be missed! Hear Matthew Anderson of Vanguard Scientific, Geoff Whaling of National Hemp Association and rePLANT Hemp, and Michael Woods of Big Sun Holdings and Black Buffalo 3-D Corp discuss what’s coming next for their businesses.

rePLANT Hemp
In the video above, at the November 2021 CWCBExpo Conference, the “rePLANT Hemp Fund” was announced.

In addition to the announcement at the CWCBExpo, we are sharing this week’s major development – the official launch of the fund.

CWCBExpo Blog: Stay Up to Date with Industry News

CWCBExpo’s blog is your convenient place to stay up to date with industry news. Check out the CWCBExpo Blog today.

The CWCBExpo Yacht Party is Back!

Get your tickets now for the best pricing.

Meet this 2022 Exhibitor: AmeriVacS

Protecting Your Investment

The greatest testament to the AmeriVacS Vacuum Sealers is the 3500+ companies who have bought and continue to buy our vacuum sealers. Our vacuum sealer sales volume increases year after year principally due to word of mouth marketing and satisfied repeat customers.

Our vacuum sealers are designed, engineered, and manufactured in house with a focus on safety, quality, and performance.

Every vacuum sealer that leaves our facility comes with a toll-free phone number to our engineering technical support team. All of our vacuum sealers carry a 2-year limited warranty that covers parts and labor.

From sensitive electronics, to sterile medical devices, food to biotech applications, and aerospace technology to scientific devices, an AmeriVacS sealer is the ideal centerpiece of any high-volume packaging program.

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February 14, 2022March 2, 2023 By CWCBExpo

February 2022 Newsletter

The CWCBExpo Yacht Party is Back!

This Month’s Featured Video Archive Recording:
“Entrepreneurship Conversation with Faye Coleman and Calvin Frye, Moderated by Steve Gelsi of Market Watch”

Faye Coleman and Calvin Frye give their first-hand experiences as entrepreneurs in the cannabis and hemp industries. Calvin Frye was one of the first medical marijuana license holders in CA, and has expanded his business holdings across several states. Faye Coleman is an East Coast business entrepreneur who has strategically helped to build several cannabis and hemp companies and organizations. Both Coleman and Frye are Multi-State Operators (MSOs).

Coast to Coast Trends

Luxe lounges, more stores: The 5 trends that will shape L.A.’s cannabis scene in 2022. Read about the business opportunities now trending in this Los Angeles Times article.

Here are the 5 trends anticipated by Reuters:
Five Cannabis Trends to Watch in 2022

No more speakeasy. Speak loudly and carry a big blunt. What can New Jersey, New York and the nearby tristate areas expect in legal adult recreational consumption? No doubt legal consumption lounges will be ubiquitous in New York soon. Read it here in the New York Times.

New Jersey Recreational

New Jersey’s Governor Murphy says he’d rather be right than fast as N.J. may delay recreational weed sales. Read the NJ.com article here.

Federal Level Activity

Senate Majority Leader, Chuck Schumer plans to push forward the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA) this April. The CAOA if passed would allow the US Attorney General to remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances act among other positive things for the plant. Read about here from NORML.

Drug Convictions, Social Justice, Social Equity

Report on drug convictions in New York that were not justified is revealed in a detailed report. Widespread drug tests that were flawed but yet, were used to convict and incarcerate individuals. Read about it in the New York Times: N.Y. Prisons Punished 1,600 Based on Faulty Drug Tests, Report Finds

Expunging pot convictions is proving to be a long and arduous process in many state and the delays and bureaucracy continue to impact the convicted individuals, their families and communities. The timeline for clearance and many other challenges persist for those who are still waiting to be cleared in California. Read about it in the LA Times: California promised ‘social equity’ after pot legalization. Those hit hardest feel betrayed

International News

German Start-Ups Lay the Groundwork for a Marijuana Bonanza. Read the New York Times article here.

Malta is not only known for its fabulous history, coastline and beaches anymore. It continues to make history as the first EU country to legalize marijuana. Congratulations! Read about it in Marijuana Moment

CWCBExpo Press Release: Gretchen Gailey Appointed as CWCBExpo Chief Strategist

In case you missed the recent EIN press release about our about CWCBExpo’s Appointment of Gretchen Gailey as Chief Strategist, you can read it here.

NEW!

CWCBExpo now has a blog. It will feature posts on a variety of business subjects and will include special guest writers. Check it out today.

Meet this 2022 Exhibitor:

The Terpene Store

The Terpene Store is your #1 source for strain specific terpenes with over 200+ flavors to choose from in our diverse catalog! Great Flavors Start Here!

The Terpene Store, one of the original flavor-houses, has been pioneering the industry and working with top brands for over six years. We have a wide variety of over 200+ terpene flavors and can custom formulate for any scale company large to small. All our products are third party tested and created in our ISO 7, Class 10,000 Clean Room. We use 100% premium food grade ingredients that DO NOT include any PG, VG, PEG, MCT or other fillers. Based in Los Angeles, we are a family-owned-and-operated business with over 20+ employees that are hard at work to serve our clientele.

Visit The Terpene Store

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