• WeedWeek Wonks: Growth States in 2025 and Beyond

    Join us for an in-depth look at the markets driving the next wave of growth in the U.S. cannabis industry. Hirsh Jain, Founder of Ananda Strategy, will break down the recent strong performance in emerging markets like New York, Minnesota, Ohio, and Delaware, and explore how these states are shaping up for continued expansion. He’ll […]

  • WeedWeek Wonks: THC Beverages, Opportunities and Threats

    Join WeedWeek as Beau Whitney, chief economist at Whitney Economics, presents a data-driven look at THC-infused beverages, the breakout product in the now-endangered $30B hemp industry. Beau will share insights on topics including: Market trends and consumer behavior The market potential Industry's response to fast-moving federal regulatory developments

  • WeedWeek Wonks: 2025 Wrap-Up & 2026 Outlook

    Join WeedWeek and BDSA Co-Founder Liz Stahura for a data-driven review of the trends that shaped the cannabis industry in 2025 and what they signal for 2026. Drawing on BDSA’s retail sales tracking data, consumer insights, and market forecasts, this session will examine market performance at the national and state level, key sales and pricing trends, and […]

  • 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 […]

  • WeedWeek Wonks: Financial Strategy Implications of Rescheduling

    In this time of uncertainty, it’s even more critical that you focus your strategic financial planning in the right areas. With 30 years of finance experience, the last twelve in cannabis, our guest speaker Gail Rand will suggest best practices around cash flow management, margin analysis, and tax strategies. She will share some hot takes […]