NCIA Stakeholder Summit Series

Regional Engagement. National Impact.

NCIA’s Stakeholder Summits are the leading regional forums where cannabis operators, regulators, advocates, and elected officials come together to influence the future of cannabis policy. These events provide a critical space to explore evolving state regulations, federal reform efforts, and industry-wide priorities such as Section 280E reform, social equity, and sustainable growth.

Each Summit features expert-led panels, interactive discussions, and high-level networking designed to elevate the Voice of Main Street Cannabis and strengthen connections between the private sector and policymakers.

Since launching in 2024, the Stakeholder Summit Series has grown into a truly national initiative:

10 Regions Represented
1,000+ Attendees Engaged
50+ Expert Speakers Featured
25+ Sponsors Showcased
10+ Allied Partners Involved

This spring, NCIA successfully hosted the second-annual Stakeholder Summits in California and Colorado, followed by our first-ever National Stakeholder Summit in Washington, D.C. alongside the 13th Annual Cannabis Industry Lobby Days. These impactful gatherings laid the groundwork for continued collaboration and reform at every level of government.

Now, the Fall 2025 Stakeholder Summit Series expands this momentum into new markets—offering unmatched opportunities to engage with key stakeholders, stay ahead of policy shifts, and make your voice heard in the conversations that matter most.

Elevate Your Brand, Advance Our Industry:

Secure your presence and connect directly with regulators, legislators, and decision-makers in the markets shaping the future of cannabis. Sponsorship packages start at just $500 and offer quality B2B exposure and networking in some of the country’s largest and emerging cannabis markets.

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Take a look at our event packages and reach out to learn more.

Featured Speakers

U.S House of Representatives

Rep. Barbara Lee
(D-Oakland)

Governor of Colorado

Jared Polis

Governor Jared Polis is an entrepreneur, education leader, and public servant. After launching several successful companies, including one out of his college dorm room, Polis committed himself to making...

Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency

Brian Hanna

Executive Director Brian Hanna was designated by Governor Whitmer to lead Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) in December 2022. The CRA oversees the medical and adult-use marijuana industries, regulates...

Maryland Cannabis Administration

Will Tilburg

Will Tilburg was appointed as the inaugural Director of the Maryland Cannabis Administration in May 2023. Prior to this appointment Tilburg spent five years at the Maryland Medical Cannabis...

California Assembly Majority Leader

Cecilia Aguiar-Curry
(D-Winters)

In November 2016, Cecilia Aguiar-Curry was elected to the California Assembly to represent the 4th District that includes all or parts of Napa, Lake, Yolo, Sonoma, Colusa and Solano...

California Department of Cannabis Control

Nicole Elliott

Nicole Elliott is the Director of the California Department of Cannabis Control. Prior to becoming Director of the California Department of Cannabis Control upon its creation in 2021, Elliott...

Marijuana Enforcement Division & Natural Medicine Division

Dominique Mendiola

Dominique Mendiola serves as the Senior Director of the Colorado Department of Revenue's Marijuana Enforcement Division, responsible for licensing and regulating Colorado’s medical and adult-use cannabis industries. Mendiola began...

Director, Division of Cannabis Regulation

Amy Moore

Amy Moore is the Director of the Division of Cannabis Regulation at the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. She joined the program at its inception in December...

A Therapeutic Alternative

Kimberly Cargile

Kimberly Cargile has been dedicated to advancing the medical cannabis industry in California for almost 15 years now, as an advocate and educator. With 14 years’ experience operating dispensaries...

Greenbridge Corporate Counsel

Khurshid Khoja

Khurshid Khoja is Principal of Greenbridge Corporate Counsel, a business law firm founded in 2012 to represent legal cannabis businesses on regulatory and transactional matters. He’s participated in legislative...

National Cannabis Industry Association

Aaron Smith

Aaron Smith is Co-founder and CEO of the National Cannabis Industry Association, the largest trade association representing legal cannabis businesses in the U.S and the only one...

National Cannabis Industry Association

Michelle Rutter Friberg

Michelle Rutter Friberg is director of government relations for the National Cannabis Industry Association. Prior to working for NCIA, Michelle was a research analyst at a government affairs firm...

Amendment 2 Consultants

John Payne

In 2018, John Payne served as campaign manager for New Approach Missouri, which successfully legalized medical cannabis across the state by passing Amendment 2. He is also an experienced...

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Elevate Your Brand, Advance Our Industry:

Sponsorship packages for NCIA’s Stakeholder Summit Series start at just $1,200, offering unparalleled B2B exposure and networking opportunities in key cannabis markets, from established hubs to emerging regions.

Why Sponsor the Stakeholder Summit Series?

Comprehensive Brand Visibility: Your logo and business are prominently featured on event materials, websites, email campaigns, and across NCIA’s social media platforms.
Interactive Engagement: Build meaningful connections and foster brand loyalty through on-site exhibits, thought leadership presentations, and custom-branded Q&A opportunities.
Targeted Audience Outreach: Access attendee opt-in lists and the opportunity to send dedicated email campaigns to event participants.
Strategic Connections: Forge valuable connections with industry leaders, regulators, and key decision-makers through exclusive networking opportunities designed to facilitate meaningful interactions.

Discover how you can maximize your impact by reviewing our 2025 Event Sponsorship Packages below and contacting us today to secure your place in this groundbreaking event series.

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