The Alabama Cannabis Industry Association (ACIA) announced on Thursday that the inaugural Alabama Medical Cannabis Conference is scheduled for October 13th and 14th, 2023, at the Sheraton Hotel in Birmingham. This groundbreaking event will be the first major cannabis-industry focused conference in the history of the state of Alabama.
The conference promises to bring together medical cannabis professionals, experts, and enthusiasts from across the nation to explore the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in the rapidly evolving medical cannabis industry. Alabama is the newest state in the country to make medical cannabis legal, and the ACUA hopes that the conference will be a platform for education, collaboration, and progress.
Chey Garrigan is the Chief Executive Director of the ACIA.
“ACIA is honored to host the inaugural Alabama Medical Cannabis Conference, making history as the state’s first major cannabis-focused event,” said Director Garrigan. “We are proud to be at the forefront of a new era in Alabama’s cannabis landscape and believe this conference will pave the way for advancements in medical cannabis and patient care.”
The conference will feature distinguished speakers, including John McMillan, the Executive Director of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC). These industry pioneers will share their expertise and insights on the latest developments in the medical cannabis field.
The conference will feature thought-provoking panel discussions, presentations by renowned industry experts, and informative workshops and educational sessions covering various aspects of medical cannabis.
Garrigan said that the conference will be an event that provides networking opportunities with key decision-makers, industry professionals, and thought leaders. It will begin with an exclusive opening night mixer connecting newly awarded license holders with investors, entrepreneurs, and policy leaders in the medical cannabis sector.
“Our state’s first major cannabis-focused conference is a pivotal moment for Alabama’s medical cannabis community,” added Garrigan. “We have carefully curated a diverse lineup of speakers and engaging sessions to address critical topics and drive positive change within the industry.”
Tickets for the Alabama Medical Cannabis Conference are available for purchase on the conference website. Attendees are encouraged to secure their spots early to take advantage of special early bird pricing.
There are still sponsorship opportunities available.
The conference had been planned for July but was moved to October after the AMCC, which regulates medical marijuana in Alabama, suspended the awarding of cannabis licenses pending a review of the scoring of the applications.
The state passed legislation to legalize medical marijuana for people with a demonstrated need in 2021. It likely will be sometime in 2024 before patients with a doctor’s recommendation can legally purchase Alabama-grown medical cannabis products. No smokable products will be allowed.
The Alabama Cannabis Industry Association (ACIA) describes itself as the voice of Alabama’s cannabis industry, representing a diverse group of professionals from various sectors of the industry. ACIA is dedicated to promoting the responsible growth of the cannabis industry in Alabama, advocating for patient access, and supporting research and innovation.
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