Cannabis Capital Conference

While a full-fledged institutional capital infusion in the cannabis industry remains on the horizon, early signs of interest are emerging. What Happened: Speaking exclusively to Benzinga at its Cannabis Capital Conference in late-September, The Arcview Group CEO Jeffrey Finkle said that...

In a time when product innovation in the cannabis industry is at an ebb, Morgan Paxhia, managing partner at Poseidon Investment Management, sees potential for a resurgence. What Happened: Speaking exclusively to Benzinga at its Cannabis Capital Conference in late September, Paxhia noted that while...

Rescheduling cannabis from a schedule one drug to a schedule three drug was top of mind for former U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter, who spoke exclusively to Benzinga at its Cannabis Capital Conference in late September. The former U.S. representative, who has been an influential figure in the cannabis...

Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter heralded a new era in the cannabis space, with the platform emerging as the only one where cannabis brands and advocates can speak freely without algorithmic repercussions. Alexa Alianiello, who works in sales and partnerships at X (formerly Twitter), shared...

Curaleaf Holdings Inc (OTC:CURLF) founder and executive chair Boris Jordan opened up on the company’s commitment to enhancing flower quality during an exclusive interview at Benzinga’s Cannabis Capital Conference (CCC). “Curaleaf has always been an innovator on the product side,...

The Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program in Illinois is making strides in reversing the damages of the war on drugs, earmarking cannabis-derived funds to catalyze community renewal and equitable industry growth. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker engaged in dialogue with Benzinga at the Cannabis...

Thinking about protecting your cannabis business while enhancing bud quality and consistency? At the recent Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago, industry experts discussed insurance, compliance and workforce development in the sector. They highlighted protocols and quality...

How can technology help cannabis businesses make ends meet and navigate the complex landscape of compliance? At the recent Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago, industry experts converged to tackle this practical question. Moderated by Jill Ellsworth, founder and CEO of Willow Industries...

As the Northeast U.S. cannabis market takes the lead in growth potential, questions arise on how the region can transform the industry playbook. Can collaboration between legacy operators and established companies pave the way for a thriving, profitable future? At the Benzinga...

Illinois became the first state in the U.S. to fully legalize adult use cannabis through legislation with the passage of the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act in 2020. Since then, the state has worked to help those who were previously impacted by cannabis-related offenses...

The cannabis sector is excited for several major catalysts that could help provide momentum after setbacks. Alongside the SAFER Banking Act in the Senate that could help provide financing to cannabis sectors, the potential reclassification of marijuana as a Schedule 1 substance could create...

Through the adult use cannabis social equity program, Illinois is helping those who previously faced imprisonment for cannabis offenses build new lives in its booming legal cannabis industry. A Chance To Bloom: At the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in...

Illinois was the first state in the U.S. to fully legalize adult-use cannabis through legislation, setting a precedent for the rest of the nation.  Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker highlighted the importance of that initiative Thursday in a keynote address at the Benzinga...

"The right investors are not scared by the complexity of cannabis regulations," TILT Holdings (CSE: TILT) (OTC: TLLTF) CEO Tim Conder said at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. "If they are, it's a giant red flag," he added. Conder and other industry experts convened...

Jon Levine, CEO of multi-state cannabis operator, MariMed (OTC: MRMD), and Erik Sloane, Global Head of Corporate Listings at Cboe Canada, discussed the evolving Illinois cannabis market at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. Levine noted their strong management team, emphasizing their...