On March 10, NJ Cannabis Insider will host the state’s premier all-day, multi-track panel event focused on the imminent legalization of adult-use cannabis, the expansion of the state’s medical marijuana program and the hemp/CBD industry at the New Jersey Conference and Expo Center in Edison.

The event, which starts at 10:30 a.m., packs in a full day of programming, panel discussions, networking opportunities and lunch. Tickets are currently on sale, including group rates; click here for details.

Confirmed speakers include, Devra Karlebach, CEO of Green Thumb Industries (GTI) NJ; Joseph Zoltowski, director of the Division of Plant Industry at the New Jersey Department of Agriculture; Leo Bridgewater of Minorities for Medical Marijuana and co-founder of Leaf Launch; Dr. Monica Taing of Doctors for Cannabis Regulation; Bill Caruso of Archer Law; Jeff Brown, assistant commissioner of the state Department of Health’s Medicinal Marijuana Program, and many other insiders helping to shape New Jersey’s newest lucrative industry.

Curated panels and breakout sessions are aimed at professionals coming from every level of experience, from those just entering to those ready to expand. Confirmed panels include:

Update on the Garden State market: The latest primer on what’s happening with the recent Request for Applications, licenses, the Cannabis Regulatory Commission, the November ballot referendum and everything in between.

Ins and outs of licensing: Get a rundown from professionals on the nitty-gritty, granular details on the Department of Health’s Request for Applications round, the licensing process and much more.

Hemp & CBD: Farm to Gummy Bears: Cannabis may be in limbo until November, but it’s full speed ahead for hemp in New Jersey. Learn about the regulations, licensing process and players shaping the industry.

NIMBY or Welcome to town? Mayors, municipal officials and professionals weigh in on how to navigate home rule, local zoning and public outreach.

Medical cannabis — The next frontier: Medical professionals discuss the state of cannabis research and the forces shaping it.

Walking the Walk — Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives: Everyone talks about inclusivity and diversity in the cannabis industry, but this panel will weigh in with how to ensure there’s follow through from the industry and regulator.

Special attention will also be given to a priority outlined in Jake Honig’s Law: awarding 15% of licenses to minority owners and 15% to women, disabled people and veterans. More speakers and panels will be announced in the coming days.

For a limited-time only, you can receive a discount by purchasing five tickets for the price of four.

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