Federal policy shifts are poised to fundamentally reshape how capital markets view the cannabis industry, creating new pathways for institutional participation and long-term investment. This panel brings together capital markets leaders to examine how rescheduling, banking reform, and regulatory clarity will influence valuation models, risk assessment, and capital deployment—particularly in markets like New Jersey.

Even in a scaling market, product integrity starts with the plant. How are operators leveraging genetics, terpene profiles, and cultivation techniques to differentiate their products—while still meeting the demands of efficiency, consistency, and growth?

Retail opportunity in New Jersey is increasingly shaped by where municipalities say yes—and how many operators enter once they do. This panel dives into how leading operators evaluate market entry, manage saturation risk, and align real estate, capital, and community engagement strategies in a highly uneven regulatory landscape.

In New Jersey, pricing is tightening and many products feel interchangeable. This session focuses on what still moves the needle: trust. Retail leaders share how they build loyalty through consistent curation, transparent education, reliable service, and community credibility—creating a retail experience customers return to, even when competitors race to the bottom.

Federal cannabis policy continues to evolve, with real implications for capital, compliance, and state markets like New Jersey. This recurring update breaks down what’s changed, what hasn’t, and how operators and investors should interpret signals from Washington—from rescheduling discussions to enforcement posture and regulatory coordination.

New Jersey’s premium shelves are crowded with “hot” brands—but only some truly convert buzz into repeat sales. This panel breaks down what’s actually moving in NJ right now, how premium brands navigate price pressure without losing identity, and how demand, taste, and retailer trust turn hype into lasting loyalty.

Needs no explanation. Just Jason Wild and Tim Seymour. The names say it all.

The next phase of NJ Cannabis will be defined by margin discipline, operational efficiency, and smarter deployment of capital. This panel explores how operators are refining cost structures, optimizing supply chains, and making strategic tradeoffs to stay profitable as growth normalizes.

New York’s cannabis market is scaling fast, and its impact extends well beyond state lines. This panel explores how New York’s regulatory decisions, market growth, and capital dynamics are influencing New Jersey in real time—from consumer behavior and supply chains to investor expectations. For NJ leaders, the focus is on understanding spillover effects and using regional signals to inform smarter long-term strategy.

Policy decisions made in Trenton continue to influence everything from licensing and compliance to market structure and long-term growth. This panel offers an inside look at what’s happening at the state level—and how operators and industry advocates can engage effectively without losing focus on running their businesses.

In New Jersey’s tighter, more competitive market, brands are finding that growth comes from product decisions, not bigger footprints. This panel breaks down how operators prioritize genetics, formulation, and innovation while making disciplined choices about what to own vs partner on vs outsource—so quality stays high and costs stay controllable.