Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference

EXCLUSIVE: Green Check Verified Lands $100M In Financing Requests, Partners With Brinks, Coda Capital
Cannabis Now Surpasses Alcohol: 'This Trend Will Continue for Decades,' Says Expert
Top Canadian Cannabis Producer Village Farms Strengthens Board Of Directors As It Eyes Legal Weed Opportunities In Europe
Cannabis Now Surpasses Alcohol: 'This Trend Will Continue for Decades,' Says Expert
Top Canadian Cannabis Producer Village Farms Strengthens Board Of Directors As It Eyes Legal Weed Opportunities In Europe
Hemp Drinks: Are They Worth The Hype?
FDA Experts Weigh In On Incannex's CannQuit-O With Feedback On CBD As Treatment For Opioid Use Disorder

Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference Recent News

Good 2 Grow Founder Wants To 'Turn Challenges Into Opportunities For New Businesses,' Offers Expertise On Latest Cannabis Trends
Lucas Jarzem, founder of Good 2 Grow Solutions and Resell Canna Equipment, shared his analysis of the current cannabis industry.
EXCLUSIVE: 'Cannabis Is Just Getting Started,' Says This Top Stock Expert Who Knows How To Capitalize On Swing Trades
"Cannabis is just getting started and there's going to be a lot of companies getting ready to take advantage of this massive growth cycle, government reform, news states, opening new opportunities and one day, interstate commerce." That's according to Benzinga's cannabis stock expert, Michael Berger, who is on a mission to uncover the most promising marijuana stocks poised for growth, even in a dull market.
Canopy Growth Announces Financing Deal Including Roughly $50M Of New Gross Proceeds
Canopy Growth Corporation has entered into an exchange and subscription agreement with a single institutional investor under which the Smiths Falls, Ontario-based company is expected to receive gross proceeds of roughly $50 million and exchange approximately CA$27.5 million ($20 million) of existing debt maturing in September 2025 for a new senior unsecured convertible debenture of the company maturing five years following the day of issuance. Under the terms of the deal, the investor will acquire a convertible debenture in an aggregate principal amount equal to CA$96,358,375 on closing.
Cheech And Chong Brand CEO Talks Cannabis Retail Expansion And Designs That 'Resonate With The Legacy Of 52 Years'
Jonathan Black, CEO of Cheech and Chong's Global Holdings, discusses the transformation of cannabis retail experiences and the importance of learning from events at Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference.
Ric Flair's Drip Cannabis Products Hit Shelves In Michigan Via Collab With Goldkine, Here Where To Find Them
Legendary American wrestler Ric Flair‘s cannabis brand, Ric Flair Drip, has teamed up with Michigan brand Goldkine, to debut its premium suite of cannabis products across the state. The initial product lineup features a range of products, from premium flower to infused pre-rolls. It can be found at all locations of dispensaries statewide including Puff, Consume, Exclusive and Joyology. The first wave of Ric Flair Drip products is slated to hit dispensary shelves this Friday, May 3, with additional offerings, including edibles, set to debut later in the year. "Wooooo! Ric Flair Drip Cannabis is about bringing flair to every moment," Ric Flair said. "It's not just about the product, it's about the experience, the style and living life to the fullest. Michigan, get ready to drip with the Nature Boy!"
Canadian Giant SNDL Speeds Up Acquisition Of Majority Positions In Two US Cannabis Companies As Marijuana Rescheduling Looms
SNDL Inc. through its joint venture with SunStream Bancorp Inc., announced on Thursday that SunStream USA group of companies will proceed with the process of acquisition of equity positions in U.S. cannabis assets, following the completion of a review by SNDL's listing authority, NASDAQ. SunStream USA I, LLC and SunStream USA II, LLC are among the entities that comprise the SunStream USA Group, with each entity including one or more third-party investors, all independently managed and governed.The Calgary, Alberta-based company said on Thursday that SNDL's affiliate, SunStream Opportunities II LP, is anticipated to own non-voting and non-participating exchangeable securities in the SunStream USA entities.  
THC Beverage Sector Is 'Probably Bigger Than We Realize,' Say Industry Experts And It's Not Too Late To Get In
The THC beverage sector is projected to grow to $500 million by 2026, from $180 million in 2021, according to BDSA Analytics. With this part of the marijuana space growing very fast, is it too late to join?
Former Washington Lawmakers See 'Steady Increase In Republicans Supporting' Cannabis Reform
Former Senator Gardner and Congressman Perlmutter highlight growing bipartisan support for cannabis legislation in Congress at Benzinga conference.
Ascend Wellness Strengthens Position in Massachusetts Cannabis Market
At the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, Ascend Wellness Holdings' EVP highlighted developments in Massachusetts, expansion plans, and financial stability. Networking and learning opportunities were also emphasized.
Could Other Social Media Platforms Learn From X's Cannabis Advertisement Strategy?
X is "the only public platform that allows for the free expression of cannabis conversation," Alexa Alianiello tells Benzinga.
Marijuana Consumers Are Dealing With Information Overload, Experts At Benzinga Cannabis Conference Discuss Improving Retail Experience
Curaleaf Boosts International Presence With Another Cannabis Acquisition
Cannabis giant Curaleaf Holdings is closing its previously announced acquisition of Northern Green Canada, a vertically integrated Canadian licensed cannabis producer focused primarily on expanding in the international market through its EU-GMP certification. Terms of the acquisition of NGC include an initial payment at closing of the company's subordinate voting shares valued at approximately $16 million, subject to a typical post-closing adjustment. In addition, an earnout may also be paid in 2025 based upon the 2024 performance of NGC's operations, up to 50% of which will be cash and the rest paid in additional subordinate voting shares.
Cannabis Investors Share 'Chips Make Chunks' Wisdom For Business Expansion At Benzinga Conference
How do you scale a cannabis business? What strategies should companies employ?
Hemp Space Grew 3X The Rate Of Cannabis, Where Did Marijuana Get It Wrong?
EXCLUSIVE: Banking-Fit Means Your Cannabis Business Is At The 'Pinnacle Of Fitness,' Experts Explain At Benzinga Conference
Cannabis is a "competitive industry," and those looking to build their business in the space, should "embrace it." That's according to Kevin Hart, the founder and CEO of Green Check Verified, a leader in banking solutions for the cannabis industry. To get the much-needed capital, all you need to do is not be afraid of the competitive environment, he told those gathered at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Florida on Tuesday. "There's access to financial and business services at your fingertips," Hart said, adding "you just have to be prepared to share some information." For Adam Stettner, the founder and CEO of FundCanna, who joined Hart and two other industry experts - Ryan Himmel, vice president and head of strategic partnerships at LeafLink and Sahar Ayinehsazian, a partner in Vicente LLP's Los Angeles office - on the stage at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood in a panel moderated by Jeanne M. Sullivan, chief investment officer at Arcview Ventures, that information is how the money will be used."
DEA Public Comment Period And A Cannabis-Related Crypto Bill? You Heard It First At Benzinga Conference
In Beacon Securities's latest report issued after the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Florida, analysts delved into significant developments and key conversations that are shaping the future of the cannabis industry.
Cannabis In Florida: The Bellamy Brothers Tell Trulieve CEO 'We Rolled A Fat One' When Legalization Initiative Landed On November Ballot
The Bellamy Brothers joined Trulieve's CEO Kim Rivers to support legalization of recreational cannabis in FL.
It's On The Ballot! The Future Of Adult-Use Cannabis In Florida, What's The Contingency Plan If Legalization Fails?
Florida stands on the brink of a significant shift with Amendment 3, a proposal that could legalize the use of cannabis for adults over the age of 21.
Ron DeSantis Says People Will Be 'Toking Up' Near Schools If Cannabis Legalization Is Approved In November
DeSantis blasted the cannabis companies that support cannabis legalization, all of whom happened to be at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference just several miles away from him.
'A F—ed-Up Situation,' Says MariMed CCO About How State Regulations Complicate Cannabis Edibles Strategy
Another Cannabis Pioneer Expands In Germany Via Acquisition As Experts Say 'There's No Stepping Back' From Legalization Wave
Flora Growth Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Hamburg, Germany-based TruHC Pharma GmbH. The company's latest move to further cement its global footprint comes on the heels of a new German cannabis law that went into effect on April 1, which partially legalized cannabis. The new law allows adults over 18 in Germany to legally possess up to 25 grams of dried cannabis and cultivate up to three marijuana plants at home.As previously announced, Flora agreed to purchase TruHC Pharma GmbH in an all-stock deal in exchange for 2,770,562 of its common shares, valued at $6.4 million.
Ric Flair Will Visit California Dispensary On 4/20 For Debut Of His Cannabis Brand, But First Meet Him At The Benzinga Conference In Florida
Ric Flair Drip, a cannabis and lifestyle brand by wrestling icon Ric Flair, is hitting shelves in California in partnership with Green Dragon Cannabis. In honor of the launch, Flair will make a special in-store appearance at Green Dragon dispensary Valley Glen in California. to personally connect with fans and celebrate cannabis culture on April 20th, Carma HoldCo, the parent company of Ric Flair Drip said on Wednesday in a press release. But before that, Flair will be sharing his cannabis experiences and business strategies alongside boxing legend Mike Tyson at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Florida on Wednesday, April 17.
It's A Matter Of When: Cresco Labs CEO Forecasts Cannabis Rescheduling And Industry Reform
At the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Florida, Cresco Labs' (OTCQX: CRLBF) CEO Charlie Bachtell shared optimistic views on cannabis rescheduling, emphasizing the importance of the process it's unde