Attending an industry conference is one of the best ways to understand the subject matter at hand. There’s only so much learning you can do by reading books, blogs, white papers or news articles. Expert speakers can give you new perspectives and keep you abreast of any notable industry changes that could affect you. You can also enjoy the benefits of meeting new people who have the same interests and issues as you. An industry conference could be a refreshing community.
Cannabis conferences showcase this phenomenon very well. As marijuana legalization gains momentum, industry stakeholders and advocacy groups are beginning to hold cannabis-related conferences. These conferences are primarily focused on business opportunities, sub-industries, regulatory updates, scientific findings and technology advancements. More than 30 marijuana conferences occurred throughout 2016.
Here is a list of the top currently scheduled marijuana conferences for 2017:
1. Indo Expo – Denver
January 28, 2017 in Denver, Colorado
The Indo Expos are aimed at fostering business-to-business connections and providing a platform for all industry stakeholders — including retailers, wholesalers, processors and producers. Some of the not-to-miss seminars in Denver include:
2. Seed to Sale Show 2017
January 31, 2017 in Denver, Colorado
The Seed to Sale Show is the perfect gathering for:
At this conference, you can expect to learn more about the latest technologies and scientific findings surrounding all stages of the entire life cycle of the marijuana plant, including growing, processing and selling it in the highly regulated marketplace. Interesting sessions at this year’s Seed to Sale show include:
3. Emerald Conference
February 2, 2017 in San Diego, California
The Emerald Conference welcomes all cannabis industry stakeholders — from policy maker to dispensary operator — to discuss collaboration and partnership in in the science of cannabis realm. Interesting sessions this year include:
4. Marijuana Investor Summit
March 5, 2017 in San Diego, California
The Marijuana Investor Summit began three years ago as a place for industry stakeholders to network, collaborate and learn about the dynamic cannabis industry. The sessions announced so far include:
5. ABRACADABS
March 25, 2017 in Victorville, California
ABRACADABS is a self-described festival spanning two days that unites the cannabis industry through music, art and marijuana concentrates. You don’t need a medical marijuana card to attend the festival, but you do need a recommendation if you wish to enter the medicating area. ABRACADABS places value on the cannabis community and experiencing the benefits of marijuana jointly.
6. O’Cannabiz Conference
April 21, 2017 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The O’Cannabiz Conference and Expo is for industry stakeholders who are trying to stay current amid rapidly changing regulatory rules and scientific findings. Sessions to watch for include:
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