- Discover New Jersey’s burgeoning cannabis market potential and retail opportunities
- Examine supply chain logistics and cultivation challenges in a newly legal landscape
- Navigate New Jersey’s regulatory framework and compliance for cannabis businesses
- Discuss strategies for shifting the illicit market to a regulated, legal framework
- Network with New Jersey state officials, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors
- Gain insights from high-profile figures and pioneers in the cannabis industry
- Explore the role of cannabis lounges as unique tourism attractions near NYC

Wednesday, October 8
Delta Hotels By Marriott
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Dispensary Owners & Buyers
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Cannabis Brand Executives
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Regulatory & Operations Experts
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Investors & Financial Institutions
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| 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM | With New Jersey outpacing New York in 2024 cannabis sales, how can your business ensure it grows alongside the market in 2025? This panel explores key strategies for leveraging momentum, staying competitive, and setting the stage for record-breaking success in the coming year. Debra Borchardt, Green Market Report Trip McDermott, Verano Richie Proud, iAnthus Julie Winter, AYR Wellness | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM | Investors are focusing on retail to achieve quicker returns within 1-2 years, shifting away from long-term waits for profitability. Discover strategies for aligning with this new timeline and maximizing short-term investment outcomes. Steven Ernest, Chicago Atlantic Karl Frederic, Clark Hill Law Dan Neville, Advanced Flower Capital Patrick Rea, Poseidon Asset Management | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 10:45 AM - 11:05 AM | Laurie Parfitt, LKP Impact Consulting Seth Yakatan, Katan Associates Rachel Wright, CPA, VERDANT Strategies | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:05 AM - 11:35 AM | How to stock your shelves with the hottest products and who drives these decisions. Do your picks truly impact customer demand or will people buy whatever you have? Ben Burstein, LeafLink Shane Fairbrother, HARA Supply Jacqueline Ferraro, Cannability Bran Noonan, OGeez! Michael Piermont, iAnthus | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11:35 AM - 12:05 PM | David Fettner, Grow America Jesce Horton, Grand National Brett Finkelstein, Skyvest Partners Kate Juliano, Green Thumb Industries Nick Richards, Greenspoon Marder LLP | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Set your business up for success from day one. This panel will explore how to implement winning strategies to drive immediate revenue, position your retail operation competitively, and adapt to the fast-changing cannabis market in New Jersey. Kris Ciccarelli, Flowhub Jill Cohen, Elevated by CannaBossLady Tahir Johnson, Simply Pure Trenton Jenny Lamboy, Hybrid Marketing Gabriella Wilday, Molly Ann Farms | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1:30 PM - 1:50 PM | Stay updated on New Jersey’s cannabis regulations, including $1 billion in 2024 sales, new consumption area endorsements, and evolving legal changes. Learn how these developments impact your business and what’s next. Dianna Houenou, NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission Susanna Puntel, American Trade Association for Cannabis and Hemp Christopher Riggs, NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1:50 PM - 2:20 PM | What it takes to become an attractive M&A target in today’s market—are your profitability, EBITDA, and cash flow where they need to be, and what steps can you take to get there? Marc Claybon, Crowe Leah Heise, Wolf Meyer Joshua Horn, Fox Rothschild LLP Donny Moskovic, Katz & Associates Jeanne Sullivan, Arcview Ventures | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2:20 PM - 2:40 PM | Understand how financiers evaluate assets like real estate, brand value, sales, and profits. Gain insights into what matters most and how to maximize your business’s appeal. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2:40 PM - 3:10 PM | As East Coast cannabis markets mature, can your products match the quality and reputation of the West Coast's legendary cannabis? Does achieving this standard require local expertise, or is bringing in West Coast talent the key to standing out? Join the discussion on elevating product quality and winning consumer trust. Will Bowden, Grasshopper Farms Joshua Krane, Garden Greens Randy Lanier, Freedom Grow Stella Morrison, CannaContent Dan Saita, North Lake Supply | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3:10 PM - 3:40 PM | Kelly Heinichen, iAnthus Amy Larson, Rx Green Technologies Ritesh Shah, NJ Leaf Sarah Trent, Valley Wellness | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3:40 PM - 4:20 PM | Explore the symbiotic relationship between brands and dispensaries. Can a strong brand drive dispensary sales, and how can dispensaries help amplify brand success? Strategies to create a mutually beneficial ecosystem that boosts revenue and builds loyalty. Brian Adams, Nimbus Cannabis Co. Jon Lowen, Surfside Laurie Parfitt, LKP Impact Consulting Carl Tirella Jr., Budr Cannabis Ricky Williams, Highsman | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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DELTA HOTELS BY MARRIOTT
110 Davidson Avenue Somerset, NJ 08873
NBPAC features two state-of-the-art theatrical venues in the Elizabeth Ross Johnson and Arthur Laurents Theaters, dedicated studios, collaborative work spaces for arts organizations across the region, as well as 207 residential apartments and public parking.
The Room Block cut off date is Monday, February 17th
Interested in sponsoring or participating?
Click here to see photos from our California event in February.
Please consider joining us at the Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago in June!




































































