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Elevating, Recognizing, & Distributing
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.
The Canna Connect Show w/ Brandon Padget
In this episode of The Canna Connect Show, Stephen Eigenmann sits down with Brandon Padget, Chief Deposit Officer at Union Bank & Trust, to talk about cannabis banking, financial access, compliance, and why Minnesota’s cannabis ecosystem deserves better support systems.
A Night That Elevated Minnesota Cannabis
Minnesota cannabis professionals traded trade show floors for chandeliers and cocktails at Evolving the Industry inside the historic Minneapolis Club. From meaningful conversations to unforgettable moments, here’s a look back at the night that brought the community together in a whole new way.
Community Spotlight: Kayla Fearing
Meet Kayla Fearing: The Advocate Behind Healing Fear Consulting
Kayla Fearing isn’t just working in cannabis, she’s actively helping shape the future of it in Minnesota. From launching Healing Fear Consulting to helping pass Minnesota’s Caregiver Law in 2024, her work continues putting patients, growers, and community first in an industry that’s rapidly evolving. Read her story and learn why advocacy still matters in cannabis.
THE GREEN STANDARD IS NOW AVAILABLE ACROSS MN

Can label design by Spencer Ploessl
We initially launched this beverage on February 27th at Earl Giles during our Official Lucky Leaf After Party, and we learned a lot through late winter and spring when it came to partnerships. Getting a 5mg THC beverage to market as prices are coming down across the category for hemp beverages through traditional distribution proved to be a headache.
But we’re happy to share that we’ve found a home for The Green Standard at GRD, and licensed businesses can now order this via their wholesale portal online.
The best part? People say it tastes really good.
It’s currently carried at the following shops:
Earl Giles Restaurant & Distillery
Trailhead Cannabis Co.
Upcoming Events
Canna Connect Brainerd, July 30th, 2026
Canna Connect Duluth, October 15th, 2026
Disclaimer: This email is informational only and not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Please consult your advisors for guidance specific to your business.


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