Minnesota Cannabis Is Evolving

Stephen sits down with Don Raleigh III of Evolve Payment to discuss where Minnesota cannabis is headed, why NECANN matters, and what real-world industry events mean for operators, service providers, and businesses building in this market.

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Last Chance: Evolving the Industry Tomorrow

As we prepare for tomorrow’s event at the Minneapolis Club, we want to recognize the sponsors helping make this gathering possible.

These organizations continue investing in the infrastructure, compliance, operations, and business growth shaping Minnesota cannabis. Their support allows us to keep creating spaces where operators, ancillary businesses, and industry leaders can connect in person and build meaningful relationships across the market.

Still need to register?

We’ll see you there.

AI Can’t Replace You, But It Can Make Your Brand Look Bad

AI is everywhere right now, but relying on it too heavily is making brands sound painfully generic.

In this blog, Natalie Campion break downs where AI actually helps, where it completely falls apart, and why human connection still matters in marketing.

The Canna Connect Show w/ Tony Beman

Tony Beman, Sales Strategy Manager at CEE (Center for Energy and Environment), joined the Canna Connect Show to explain how CEE approaches cultivation lighting rebates differently than many companies seen at trade shows.

As a nonprofit, CEE focuses on reducing energy consumption and improving operational efficiency, not hidden fees or equipment markups. Their success is measured in kilowatt hours removed from the grid and long-term impact for cultivation operators.

Reach out to CEE to learn more today.

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