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Cannabusiness Panel

Cannabusiness:
A Discussion of Marijuana Law & Enterprise

February 28, 5-7:30 p.m.
The University Club
76 E. Monroe St. Chicago

Public attitudes regarding the legalization of marijuana have shifted dramatically over the past several decades with a majority of Americans now supporting the legalization of recreational marijuana (Gallup, Pew).  This notable shift in American culture has led to an increasing number of states enacting statutes that have decriminalized or legalized marijuana's use and has also raised important questions about how to regulate, cultivate and manage an emerging industry.

Please join the Alumni Association's Chicago Chapter as panelists from across the cannabis industry engage in a discussion about pressing concerns related to this enterprise including how they navigate the complex legal environment in which the industry is situated.  As more states and countries move to legalize the use of marijuana for both recreational and medical purposes, it becomes critical to have a better understanding of the roles that law, politics and business play in this developing space.

Panelists include:

  • Erin Alexander - Associate General Counsel at CrescoLabs, Inc.
  • Steven Edelson - CEO of R&R Acquistion IV, Inc. and Managing Director of Mercantile Capital Group LLC
  • Dr. Alyx Mark, '08 - Assistant Professor and Visiting Scholar of the American Bar Foundation (Moderator)
  • Mitch Meyers, '78 '81 - CEO and Founder of BeLeaf Co.
  • Abdul Mohamed - EVP, General Counsel and CCO of Revolution Enterprises, Inc.

Your $15.00 entry fee will cover your admission to the panel, appetizers, one (1) complimentary drink ticket and a cash bar.  Business casual or business attire is required for this event.

Registration deadline for this panel is February 21.

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