WeedWeek Wonks: The Economics of Cannabis Lending

As the cannabis industry matures, access to capital remains one of its biggest challenges and opportunities. Join us for a deep dive into the market for cannabis lending, including what drives cost of capital, how lenders assess risk in the space, and what potential federal rescheduling could mean for borrowers and investors alike.

Our featured speaker, Peter Sack, is Managing Partner at Chicago Atlantic and serves as CEO of Chicago Atlantic BDC, Inc. and Co-CEO of Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. A seasoned credit investor with experience across the capital structure, Peter brings deep expertise in underwriting, portfolio management, and cannabis-focused lending strategies.

Whether you’re an operator, investor, or advisor, this webinar will provide clear, practical insight into how capital flows through the cannabis ecosystem and what may be coming next.