Press & Media

Canna Connect operates at the intersection of Minnesota’s cannabis industry, community, and media landscape. Through events, interviews, educational programming, and ongoing market conversations, we help connect people to the evolving cannabis ecosystem across the state.

As the market continues to grow, Canna Connect remains closely connected to the operators, entrepreneurs, advocates, and conversations shaping Minnesota cannabis in real time.

Canna Connect Brainerd | A Community Event for Minnesota Cannabis

Canna Connect Brainerd brought together operators, cultivators, retailers, tribal enterprises, professional service providers, technology companies, and future license holders building Minnesota’s cannabis space.

Garrison Hemp Fest | August 2024

Canna Connect hosted the inaugural Garrison Hemp Fest on August 10, 2024, at Jake Regan Park in Garrison, Minnesota.

Canna Connect Brainerd's Green Gathering | March 2024

The sold-out pioneering community and industry networking event brought together local consumers, experts, and over a dozen cannabis brands.

Canna Connect Expo & Showcase | July 2023

Kare 11 news segment following our July 29th, 2023 at The Wilderness in Minneapolis, MN. Featured in the photo is John Schleicher and Veronika Alfaro, Mi Sota Essence

Jesse Ventura Joins the Panel at Canna Connect MN | July 29th, 2023

Excitement builds for Minnesota cannabis market despite long process ahead. Former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura at Canna Connect, Minnesota Cannabis Conference and Expo on Saturday, July 29th, 2023 at The Wilderness