Did you know marijuana has become the fastest growing industry in the U.S. and, if marijuana becomes legal in all 50 states, the industry will become larger than the organic food market?

Over the past two decades, 33 U.S. states legalized the use of medical and/or recreational marijuana—and with great progress, comes great conferences! Whether you’re looking to learn how to market your cannabis brand, check out the latest trends, hear experts speak about your favorite topics, or just meet friends in the cannabis community, there’s an event that brings together the greatest minds in each space.

In this edition of our credTen series, we’re highlighting 10 events dedicated to the cannabis industry and how users and entrepreneurs are benefiting from this powerful plant.

International Cannabis Business Conference
February 6-7 | San Francisco, CA
September 10-11 | Vancouver, BC
With founders, politicians, creative directors, and more taking the stage in 2020, ICBC has made a unique name for itself as an all-encompassing event touching on education, industry insights, policy, and entertainment. As the longest-running cannabis industry B2B event in California, the ICBC brings together entrepreneurs and policymakers reigning from more than 60 nations.
Ticket Price: Ranges from $499-$599

SXSW Conference: Cannabusiness Track
March 8-17 | Austin, TX
Whether you’re a seasoned professional in the cannabis industry or looking for an introduction into the space, the Cannabusiness Track at SXSW this year has something for everyone. Learn about the rapidly evolving technological, cultural, financial, legal, and political ecosystems that are leading the cannabis-focused enterprises of the future and hear captivating talks such as Blazing Trails: Marketing in the Cannabis Space and Art, Entertainment and Social Justice Awareness.
Ticket Price: Ranges from $1,145-$1,475

CannaGrow Expo
April 17-18 | Chicago, IL
Home to the intersection of art and science, the CannaGrow Expo is perfect for those interested in the hands-on aspects of the cannabis industry. Tailored toward cannabis growers, grow managers, extractors, and grow enthusiasts, the expo focuses on the latest cannabis technology, tools, and techniques. CannaGrow Chicago offers cultivation-focused educational sessions ranging from “Liquid Chromatography Testing: Challenges of Consistent Cannabinoid Analysis & Pesticide Detection” to “West Coast Industry Standards in Indoor Facility Design.”
Focus: Growing
Ticket Price: Ranges from $69-$685

Cannabis Conference
April 21-23 | Las Vegas, NV
Looking to learn, network, and grow? Cannabis Conference is the leading cultivation and dispensary education event. Hear from the brightest minds in the industry and walk away with solid insights into cannabis growth and operations, retail management, and customer engagement, and the highly anticipated cultivation and sale of hemp and hemp-derived products. Speakers include representatives from the reputable Greatland Ganja, the Department of Plant Pathology at Purdue University, and Cannabis Business Times.
Focus: Networking
Ticket Price: Ranges from $199-$1,199

Lucky Leaf Expo
May 29-30 | Dallas, TX
July 31-August 1 | Austin, TX
November 6-7 | Houston, TX
Join Texas in welcoming the freshly-passed hemp laws and discover the rapidly growing world of CBD, hemp, and cannabis! Lucky Leaf touches on a wide range of topics including science, health and wellness, hemp cultivation, business strategies, new opportunities, legal, branding, startups, growth, and policy reform. Whether it's regarding health, entrepreneurship, business networking, or advocacy, Lucky Leaf’s 50+ speakers have you covered.
Focus: Business development
Ticket Price: $90-$549

MJBizConNEXT
June 3-4 | New Orleans, LA
As more and more states follow suit and legalize marijuana, the marketplace will continue to rapidly evolve, making it difficult for brands to keep up and stand out in the cluttered market. MJBizConNEXT has a laser-focus on what’s next for the cannabis industry. Attend to develop partnerships and connections with cannabis executives, top cultivators, extractors, thought leaders, and innovators. Walk away with a fresh take on the best way to market your cannabis brand. See the 2019 event recap here.
Focus: Industry knowledge
Ticket Price: TBA

Cannabis Business Summit
June 15-17 | San Francisco, CA
With six years of successful events under their belts, the #CannaBizSummit has earned their reputation as one of the top business-to-business conferences in the space. With a focus on education, advocacy and community, the Summit provides insights for all experience levels. With 2019 sessions like, “Cannabis Business 101: The Fundamentals for Starting a Successful Business” and “Managing for Success: Striking a Balance Between Doing and Managing,” you’ll walk away with a fresh outlook on how to take your interest in the industry to the next level.
Focus: Business development
Ticket Price: Ranges from $99-$495

Grow Up Conference & Expo
September 1-3 | Niagara Falls, ON
Where else can you hear and meet licensed producers, suppliers, equipment manufacturers, investors, lawyers, government officials, and growing enthusiasts—all in one place? Grow Up Conference & Expo is focused on the education, collaboration, and expansion of the cannabis growing industry. Last year, attendees heard from leading experts from Westleaf Inc., Dematic, and Capstack Advisory Services.
Focus: Growing
Ticket Price: Ranges from $45-$349

Indo Expo
September 26-27 | Chicago, IL
Indo Expo’s annual conference showcases the best of what’s next in supporting businesses and entrepreneurs involved in the hemp industry and all its growing byproducts. Showcasing hundreds of companies representing equipment, lighting, nutrients, greenhouses, lifestyle, and ancillary companies and services—what more could you need?! The event draws upwards of 400 exhibitors and more than 10,000 industry attendees.
Focus: Supporting entrepreneurs
Ticket Price: Ranges from $50-$159

Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference
October 14-15 | Chicago, IL
With sessions ranging from “Cannabis Tech: The Hottest Companies Impacting the Industry” to “Embracing Social Equity Programs,” Benzinga satisfies your need for both depth and technical insights by bridging the gap between entrepreneurs building future billion-dollar cannabis enterprises and the investors they need to connect with to take their businesses to the next level. Meet the minds leading the way in cannabis venture capital.
Focus: Funding
Ticket Price: Ranges from $97-$594

*Standard/general registration rates at the time of publication.

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