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Your guide to MN’s cannabis industry & events 🌿 News, insights & more—delivered weekly by Canna Connect.
Jul 18, 2026
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5 min read
Meet Bill Drexler, owner of The Grey Area, a Saint Paul cannabis dispensary built on education, local relationships, and plans for craft cultivation.
Jul 15, 2026
1 min read
CONNECT, EDUCATE, LEARN and GROW are officially set—meet the panelists from all 16 partners, then watch our new conversation with Jacob Affeldt of Frostbite Dispensary, recorded live at CannaCon.
Jul 8, 2026
We're headed to ANANG Dispensary & Tasting Lounge this Friday, and Canna Connect Brainerd on July 30th. Join us for a new season of the Canna Connect Show kicking off today with Tara Falk live from CannaCon. Welcome to The Cannaverse!
Jul 1, 2026
4 min read
This week, instead of releasing another interview, we wanted to take a step back and share a bigger reflection on where Minnesota cannabis events are headed. CannaCon provided another reason to gather within the space, and we are grateful for that. But after three national cannabis trade shows in four months, it is time to ask what Minnesota's market actually needs next.
Jun 24, 2026
2 min read
Hear Brad Obermueller on The Canna Connect Show, meet Eddy of What Rebates, we preview the CEE x What Rebates panel, and brand new events to keep you busy all weekend!
Jun 22, 2026
Discover how Eddy Cervantes and the What Rebates team are helping cannabis cultivators keep more money in their businesses and grow with confidence.
Jun 20, 2026
Get the inside scoop on the top speakers, must-visit booths, networking opportunities, and after-parties at CannaCon next week at the River Centre.
Jun 17, 2026
Get a behind-the-scenes cultivation tour, explore the future of Minnesota's cannabis workforce, and claim your complimentary passes for Canna Connect Brainerd.
Jun 10, 2026
Stephen and Tanner reunite on the Canna Connect Show, early-bird tickets are live for Canna Connect Brainerd, Solink shares key security insights, and The Green Standard expands across Minnesota.
Jun 9, 2026
Minnesota cannabis operators are focused on opening their doors, but long-term compliance, surveillance, and operational readiness may be just as important.
Jun 3, 2026
From market growth and normalization to networking and cultivation savings, explore the stories driving Minnesota cannabis forward.
May 27, 2026
Mark Carlson of The John Roberts Company joins the show to talk cannabis packaging, leadership, and his industry experience across California, Oregon, and Washington state. Plus, we spotlight Kim Bruen of Zen Den HR and Natalie asks, what the heck is CBG?
May 20, 2026
Our community spotlight returns with a feature on Kayla Fearing, Natalie recaps our Evolving the Industry event, and Stephen sit down with Brandon Padget from Union Bank & Trust on the Canna Connect Show.
May 13, 2026
From AI branding lessons to cultivation efficiency and industry events driving real connections.
May 6, 2026
Words by Natalie Campion and Stephen Eigenmann
Apr 29, 2026
Natalie breaks down why Minnesota’s THC beverage market is booming but beginning to blur together, while Stephen sits down with leaders across the state to talk cultivation, retail launches, distribution, and what comes next for cannabis in Minnesota. Plus, last call for discounted Evolving the Industry tickets and help us hit 500 followers on Eventbrite.
Apr 22, 2026
Sharp takes on Canna Fest, five fresh industry interviews, Green Standard at Earl Giles, and discounted Evolving the Industry tickets.
Apr 15, 2026
We just launched a Partner Ticket Special for Evolving the Industry, three new episodes of The Canna Connect Show are out this week, and we're headed to Red Lake Nation for a snowy 4/18 party, plus Natalie and Stephen share their 4/20 plans.
Apr 8, 2026
Sip and sample The Green Standard, view insights on cannabis banking and energy usage, plus 25% off tickets to CannaFest on April 16th in Saint Paul, MN.
Apr 1, 2026
3 min read
Evolving the industry at the Minneapolis Club, an upcoming Green Standard tasting, NativeCare opening this Friday, and a must-watch interview with Ed Wells live from Lucky Leaf!
Mar 25, 2026
Minnesota cannabis is moving fast — here’s what you might’ve missed.
Mar 18, 2026
Big week ahead: Green Standard tasting tonight, NativeCare’s grand opening Friday, new Live from Lucky Leaf interviews, and a must-read on cashless ATMs.
Mar 11, 2026
The Minnesota cannabis community keeps growing, and this week we are highlighting the people, partnerships, and opportunities shaping the space. From fresh Lucky Leaf Expo photos to a Twin Cities dispensary story rooted in legacy experience, plus new opportunities for entrepreneurs, there is a lot happening inside The Cannaverse.
Mar 4, 2026
The people showed up for Lucky Leaf After Party and we are eternally grateful for your support. Thank you to our venue partner, Earl Giles, and our sponsors from Island Pezi to Frostbite Dispensary. Companies, large and small, attended Canna Connect's Official Lucky Leaf After Party at Earl Giles. Thank you!
Feb 25, 2026
We are so stoked for Lucky Leaf! Learn more below on how to save 20% on Expo tickets, plus last chance to RSVP for the Official Lucky Leaf After Party before it sells out!
