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

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

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