Program
Program
1:30 - 2:15 PM
Get Your Business Ready for Cannabis
Get Your Business Ready for Cannabis
Moderated by Stephen Eigenmann
Are you a small business owner from Minnesota curious about the cannabis industry? If so, don't miss out on Canna Connect 02: Getting Your Business Ready! On July 29th 2023, join us as we discuss all things small business with a diverse group of ancillary cannabis business professionals. Panelists Angela Divine Knox (Owner of The Divine Group), Sara Walsh (Co-Founder of Higher State Marketing), Angela L’Esperance (Founder of Ms. Jane Accounting), and Elliot Ginsburg (Partner at Garner, Ginsburg, & Johnsen) will be answering questions such as What should my brand and my books look like when starting a cannabis business? How should I launch my website? What does month end look like for successful cannabis companies? How do I pay my taxes quarterly? How should I balance cash vs credit cards? What is a reasonable social media plan for sole proprietors, and lastly, which way should I go when launching a THC business: Hemp vs Cannabis? This event is the perfect chance to gain deeper insight into how to begin your venture into the world of cannabis. This jam-packed panel is sure to leave you feeling empowered and prepared to start spreading success in your own business endeavors. Don't miss out! Buy your tickets to Canna Connect 02 now before they sell out!
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Are you a small business owner from Minnesota curious about the cannabis industry? If so, don't miss out on Canna Connect 02: Getting Your Business Ready! On July 29th 2023, join us as we discuss all things small business with a diverse group of ancillary cannabis business professionals. Panelists Angela Divine Knox (Owner of The Divine Group), Sara Walsh (Co-Founder of Higher State Marketing), Angela L’Esperance (Founder of Ms. Jane Accounting), and Elliot Ginsburg (Partner at Garner, Ginsburg, & Johnsen) will be answering questions such as What should my brand and my books look like when starting a cannabis business? How should I launch my website? What does month end look like for successful cannabis companies? How do I pay my taxes quarterly? How should I balance cash vs credit cards? What is a reasonable social media plan for sole proprietors, and lastly, which way should I go when launching a THC business: Hemp vs Cannabis? This event is the perfect chance to gain deeper insight into how to begin your venture into the world of cannabis. This jam-packed panel is sure to leave you feeling empowered and prepared to start spreading success in your own business endeavors. Don't miss out! Buy your tickets to Canna Connect 02 now before they sell out!
Featuring
Angela Divine Knox
Owner of The Divine Group
Sara Walsh
Co-Founder of Higher State Marketing
Angela L’Esperance
Founder of Ms. Jane Accounting
Elliot Ginsburg
Partner at Garner, Ginsburg, & Johnsen
2:30 - 3:30 PM
Education is Key: Increase Your Knowledge About Minnesota Cannabis Products
Education is Key: Increase Your Knowledge About Minnesota Cannabis Products
Moderated by Kayla Fearing
The Minnesota cannabis industry has been quickly gaining traction in recent years and it's becoming increasingly important to have a foundational understanding of the diverse complexities behind it. That's why we at Canna Connect are your one-stop education destination for learning more about this unique field. Our experienced professionals and connoisseurs - from U.S Navy veteran and CEO of Natreum, Mike Gawlik to director of sales at North Star Hemp, Brock Friesen to Cara Schulz, cancer survivor & owner of The Flower Pot – have come together with their breadth of knowledge to offer exclusive resources and insights for those who want to increase their knowledge around cannabis product education from a Minnesota perspective.
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The Minnesota cannabis industry has been quickly gaining traction in recent years and it's becoming increasingly important to have a foundational understanding of the diverse complexities behind it. That's why we at Canna Connect are your one-stop education destination for learning more about this unique field. Our experienced professionals and connoisseurs - from U.S Navy veteran and CEO of Natreum, Mike Gawlik to director of sales at North Star Hemp, Brock Friesen to Cara Schulz, cancer survivor & owner of The Flower Pot – have come together with their breadth of knowledge to offer exclusive resources and insights for those who want to increase their knowledge around cannabis product education from a Minnesota perspective.
Featuring
Michael Gawlik
CEO of Natreum
Brock Friesen
Director of Sales at Northstar Hemp
Cara Schulz
Owner of The Flower Pot
Jesse Ventura
Former Minnesota Governor
4:00 - 4:30 PM
4:00 - 4:45 PM
What's Next for Minnesota? Grow Your Knowledge of Minnesota Cannabis Legalization
What's Next for Minnesota? Grow Your Knowledge of Minnesota Cannabis Legalization
Moderated by Laura Monn Ginsburg
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Are you a Minnesotan looking for an update on recreational cannabis legalization? What's Next for Minnesota: Grow Your Knowledge of the MN Cannabis Industry is the webinar series for you. We are excited to host three passionate and professional cannabis enthusiasts from across the industry— Laura Monn Ginsburg, Leili Fatehi, Shawn Weber and Charlene Briner —to provide insight into how Minnesota's developing cannabis industry is paving the way forward.
Laura Monn Ginsburg comes from an impressive background in helping business and organizations run effectively, find their voice, and develop effective communication and marketing strategies. Leili Fatehi works with diverse stakeholders to advance strong policies that will grow Minnesota's emerging cannabis industry. Shawn Weber is the Managing Partner at Crested River, a licensed cultivator and processor under Minnesota Department of Agriculture's hemp program. Finally, Charlene Briner provides expert counsel to leaders and organizations of all sizes, with expertise in organizational culture, employee/community engagement and operations.
At this conference panel you will gain valuable knowledge on what to expect when it comes to cannabis laws in Minnesota while also learning about different elements within the industry such as regulations, growth opportunities, business strategies and more! Don't miss your chance to further your understanding of recreational legalization in the state. Join us for What's Next for Minnesota: Grow Your Knowledge of the MN Cannabis Industry!
Featuring
Charlene Briner
State of Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management Implementation
Leili Fatehi
Principal at Blunt Strategies
Shawn Weber
Managing Partner at Crested River
4:30 - 5:30 PM
5:00 - 5:45 PM
How Minnesota Cannabis Legalization Affects Your
Business - Presented by Morem & Waller, CPA's
How Minnesota Cannabis Legalization Affects Your
Business - Presented by Morem & Waller, CPA's
Moderated by Rachelle Gordon
Adult-use legalization marks a new era for Minnesota. In a state with a thriving hemp market, what precisely will change once recreational cannabis laws take effect? This panel will discuss HF100, the implementation of new laws, and the impact on operators. It will also explore licensure and compliance, the differences between hemp and cannabis businesses, and the path from legacy to legal.
Featuring
Paula Collins
Cannabis Law & Tax Specialist
Mark Waller
Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Morem & Waller
Sue Sindt
Freedom Grow
