Potent Growth Strategies to Elevate Your Cannabis Enterprise in 2019

We’re excited to have you join us for this insightful speaking session on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 to discuss strategies and opportunities to grow your cannabis operation over the year ahead. Whether you’re just getting your business off the ground or looking to expand your operation, this session will be sure to pollinate some fresh ideas and position you for growth.

Event Details:

2:30 – 3:00 p.m. Registration
3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Presentations
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Panel Discussion and Q&A
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Cocktails and Appetizers

Our Speakers:

Tony Loria

Principal Managing Director, Head of Investment Banking, Eight Capital

Tony joined Eight Capital in July 2012 and brings with him extensive experience in corporate finance, mergers, acquisitions, business and operational development and corporate strategy. Tony was previously Partner and Head of Energy at Genuity Capital Markets prior to being acquired by Canaccord Capital. Over the past 5 years, Tony has led or co-led over 40 financings raising a total of ~$2.0 billion as well as acted as advisor on 35 transactions for a total transaction value of ~$9.0 billion across the domestic, international, and oil sands industries.

Trevor Fencott

CEO, Fire & Flower

Trevor Fencott lends his wisdom and entrepreneurial experience in his role as Chief Executive Officer for Fire & Flower. Specializing in regulatory compliance, social responsibility and corporate management, he brings over 20 years of success in Canadian business to the organization. Before joining Fire & Flower, Mr. Fencott co-founded Mettrum Health, growing the business to Canada’s second largest licensed cannabis producer before its sale to Canopy Growth for $430M in 2017. He has also served as Vice-Chair of the Cannabis Canada Association, representing 75% of Canada’s cannabis industry to Health Canada. Mr. Fencott’s background as a corporate and regulatory lawyer positions Fire & Flower for leadership and growth as the retailer launches shops countrywide.

Adam Miron

Co-founder and Chief Brand Officer, HEXO

Adam Miron is an entrepreneur who has launched several successful businesses at the intersection of media, brand development, and public engagement. Adam’s past ventures include iPolitics, Canada’s premier online political news site which was then sold to the Toronto Star. Adam has been dedicated to public service throughout his adult life and has contributed to political campaigns at all levels of government. Among notable roles, he is a past National Director for Federal Commissions of the Liberal Party of Canada. Adam turned his entrepreneurial talents to the medical cannabis industry and co-founded HEXO Corp. in 2013. Under his leadership as Chief Brand Officer, HEXO Corp. has emerged as one of Canada’s most innovative medical cannabis producers. Adam’s creativity continues to guide the development of the company’s industry-leading product line, including its award winning Decarb edible cannabis powder and Elixir sublingual peppermint oil cannabis spray, which won Cannabis Product of the Year and Innovation of the Year at the 2018 Canadian Cannabis Awards.

Sheldon Croome

President & CEO, Atlas Growers

Sheldon Croome is an experienced Executive Director with a demonstrated history of working in government regulated industries. Skilled in Negotiation, Corporate Social Responsibility, Business Planning, Business Management, and International Business Development. Focused business professional holding a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree focused in Finance & international business from University of Alberta.

Tenille Burdz

Risk Advisor, Iridium Risk Services Inc.

Tenille Burdz brings over ten years of property and casualty insurance experience to Iridium with a current focus on the Cannabis space and the emerging risks associated with the placement of insurance programs for this sector. Tenille leads the Mid-Market team at Iridium and has been instrumental with risk management services for Cannabis start-ups and small to mid-size companies in both the private and public sectors.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 5, 2019 to confirm your attendance. For more information, please contact Paije Smith at 403.648.4187 or paije.smith@mnp.ca.

Note: While we appreciate everyone’s interest in this event, registration is limited to cannabis industry organizations and professionals only at this time. We thank you for your cooperation.