Top Cannabis Industry Events to Attend in Q4 2024
If you’re looking to stay ahead in the fast-growing cannabis industry, these must-attend events in 2024 offer invaluable opportunities to network with industry leaders, gain insights, and keep up with the latest trends shaping the market.
In this new, complex, rapidly growing, and still federally illegal industry–in-person connections with industry peers are essential for plant-touching businesses, as well as the companies that serve them.
At CJBS, we have more than 7 years’ experience navigating this cannabis market, and these are some of the top conferences we’ve found that are necessary to attend to learn the latest trends, regulations, technologies, and solutions that can impact your business in the last quarter of the year.
- Ohio Cannabis Health and Business Summit (OCHBS)
Date: October 4-5, 2024
Location: I-X Center | Cleveland, Ohio
Website: www.ochbs.com
The Ohio Cannabis Health and Business Summit focuses on the intersection of cannabis health, wellness, and business in Ohio. This year’s event is ramping up in industry popularity as adult-use (non-medical) cannabis is now legal in the state, generating more than $54M in its first month of sales. Sessions include topics for both professionals and consumers, from cooking with cannabis and home-grow to facility expansion and investment insights.
- Benzinga’s Cannabis Capital Conference
Date: October 8-9, 2024
Location: Marriott Magnificent Mile | Chicago, Illinois
Website: www.benzinga.com/events/cannabis-conference
Known for attracting top investors, entrepreneurs, and executives, Benzinga’s Cannabis Capital Conference is ideal for those looking to raise capital or scale their cannabis business. Featuring networking sessions, keynote speeches, and investor pitch opportunities, Benzinga’s event offers deep insights into the financial future of the cannabis industry.
- NECANN
Date: October 25-26, 2024
Location: NYS Fairgrounds – Center of Progress Building | Syracuse, NY
Website: www.necann.com/new-york-convention
One of the largest cannabis conventions in the Northeast, NECANN focuses on the emerging cannabis market in the region. In addition to its staple annual event in Boston, NECANN also hosts regional conferences in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Vermont. It offers a comprehensive view of industry trends, legislative changes, and cultivation techniques, making it a go-to event for those involved in cannabis cultivation, business, or advocacy of Northeast cannabis.
- MJ Unpacked
Date: November 5-7, 2024
Location: Union Station Hotel | St. Louis, Missouri
Website: www.mjunpacked.com
MJ Unpacked offers a unique approach in its regional cannabis industry events, with a heavy focus on the brands, retailers, and investors shaping the U.S. cannabis market. Designed for licensed operators, accredited investors, scientists and healthcare providers, applicants, regulators, and qualified press, it’s a go-to event for cannabis entrepreneurs and retailers looking to build meaningful partnerships and explore new market opportunities in the consumer-facing side of the industry.
- MJBizCon
Date: December 3-6, 2024
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center | Las Vegas, NV
Website: www.mjbizconference.com
As the largest and most well-known cannabis business conference globally, MJBizCon is the industry’s ultimate networking and learning hub. With thousands of exhibitors, expert panels, and deep-dive sessions on business operations, compliance, and growth, it’s the premier event for anyone serious about succeeding in the cannabis industry.
Wishing you much success during the event circuit this fall! If you need any financial, tax, or business advisory assistance within the cannabis industry, the CJBS Cannabis Practice Team is here for you. Learn more about our services here.
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