Networking plays a major role in doing business in the cannabis industry. We do not need to connect with everyone in the room; we need to connect with the right person for the right conversation.

The Northeastern Cannabis Industry Networking Dinner’s agenda is Strategic Networking. The attendee list with website and contact information is sent to everyone on the list. This enables attendees to pre-arrange connecting at the event.

5:30 - 6:30 The evening begins with a Meet & Mingle, hors’ d oeuvres and cocktails.

6:30 - 7:30 Dinner

7:00 - 8:30 Key Note Speaker followed by a Panel of Successful Cannabis Entrepreneurs

8:30 -9:30 Networking

The topic for the evening is How to Succeed in the Cannabis Industry.

The Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce has curated a panel of entrepreneurs with success in the cannabis industry, for the Northeastern Cannabis Industry Networking Dinner. Each brings their perspective based on experience and knowledge on how to succeed in the cannabis industry.

Michael James, The James Firm LLC, Corporate Attorney and Cannabis Licensing Attorney, providing a balance of legal, business, operational, and financial strategies that had clear execution and built-in problem-solving contingencies. Licensed in New Jersey and New York

April Rodriguez Designated Broker at Zoned Properties Brokerage, 20 years in real estate. Advocate and Advisor on Cannabis specific opportunities with or without real estate. Specialist in green parcel verifications for Cultivation, Retail & Testing Locations. Multi-State licensed.

Erica Sloan CPA, CFE, MBA, FMVA, CGMA, CCCP, DOPE CFO Certified Advisor. 15+ years of success as a trusted advisor in her field. She is well-versed in policy creation, complex tax regulations and compliance, budget development, financial management best practices, internal controls, strategic planning, CFO services, and more.

Patricia Walker, Luna Verde Consulting, Cannabis Operations & Strategy Specialist, Advocate, Purchasing & Business Development Expert, NJ Business Action Center instructor for the inaugural Training Academy.

Brendon Robinson, is the Co-founder and Executive Officer of Mudd Brothers Cannabis Brand. Mudd Brothers is more than a brand, it’s a mindset! Built from the ground up, rooted in the community, and producing some of the finest cannabis products in the country– the Mudd Brothers movement is based on our founders’ principles: remain loyal, stay authentic and get it Straight out the Mudd!

Brendon is the President & Co-Founder of the Minority Cannabis Academy and the Vice President & Co-Founder of 420NJEvents. 

Moderator: Addison Morris, Founder & CEO, Women's Cannabis Chamber of Commerce.

The Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce is a business organization based on the principle of members during business with members. This is a powerful way of creating commerce. As a chamber of commerce in the cannabis industry WCCC offers education, networking and connections.

Founded in 2011 in Denver, Colorado, the Cannabis Chamber of Commerce evolved into the Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce on January 01, 2016.

The Women's Cannabis Chamber of Commerce's goal is to connect companies and entrepreneurs in the cannabis marketplace with their consumer base to build a strong and stable cannabis industry and cannabis community.

The Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce mission is to move entrepreneurs beyond empowerment into powerful result driven career strategies, CEO positions and business ownership; to provide education, resources, and networking opportunities.

The Women’s Cannabis Chamber of Commerce focuses on building business and professional success through Strategic Networking events; Regional Cannabis Industry Networking Dinners and Women Cultivating Success Networking Luncheons. 

Focus for 2024 - 2025: How to Succeed in the Cannabis Industry.