Upcoming Events
14. November 2023 | Online
alphatopics Webinar
Titel: Cannabis Hot Topics 2023
The field of medical cannabis is rapidly evolving, and it's more important than ever to stay on top of the game. This presentation will feature the hottest topics in cannabis for 2023 for Germany and beyond. Topics include not only ongoing challenges regarding over-the-counter CBD products, but also a current snapshot on the barriers to accessing cannabis as medicine and the untapped potential of cannabis and cannabinoids, as well as the role of technology and R&D. Further, Lisa Haag highlights the role legalization plays in the context of regulatory and societal opportunity and risk. The pharmaceutical industry has legal experience with the plant and an opportunity to lead the way in the development of medical cannabis products. What dynamics are impacting the future of cannabis as a medicine? What will the German licit cannabis market be?
Price: 295,00 € + 19,00% VAT (for group enquiries, please contact info@alphatopics.de)
Duration: 90 Minutes
Past Events.
08. November 2023 | Berlin, Germany
Cannabiswirtschaft e.V. (BvCW)
Non-partisan parliamentary information gathering of the industry association Cannabiswirtschaft e.V. (BvCW). Focus: “The economic and ecological potential of industrial hemp in Germany: overview of possible uses, the competitive situation and political measures”
Speaking on: CBD, Extrakte, Novel Food, Öle, u.a. as the coordinator of the branch CBD et al.
9. March 2023 | Barcelona, Spain
ICBC Barcelona 2023
The International Cannabis Business Conference is planet earth’s premier cannabis networking event. The ICBC produces Europe's largest B2B trade event in Berlin, as well as curates the Global Investment Forum series, designed to connect dynamic and disruptive businesses seeking capital with viable and seasoned investors.
Panel: Evolving Cannabis Policy Within The European Union
Lawmakers in several European Union member nations are either actively pursuing adult-use cannabis reform or considering doing so. Germany’s health minister is currently lobbying the EU for its approval to allow legalization to proceed, and the EU’s decision will likely have a significant impact on legalization efforts elsewhere on the continent. Panelists will discuss if and how the Interpretation Solution by the German government will meet the requirements of the Single Convention, whether it could be an example for other countries, and what impact the Schengen acquis and the EU framework decision may have on decriminalisation and/or home cultivation policies.
Moderator: Lisa Haag (MJ Universe)
Panellists: Kai-Friedrich Niermann (KFN+), Carla Pareja Paris (Attorney, ZUBER LAWLER), Joe Rogoway (CEO & Attorney, ROGOWAY LAW GROUP), Andrew Bonello (President RELEAF MALTA)
Watch the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/TvLnNSE8HAI?si=WW7SEWn3tUU8tjlG
2022
6. - 7. December 2022 | Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
CannaB. - Der Fachkongress zur Legalisierung von Cannabis
At CannaB., you can meet industry experts and attend presentations by high-profile speakers to find out more about the challenges and opportunities presented by the legalization of cannabis. Experts from politics, industry and commerce will shed light on the various aspects of this new market and draw on the latest decisions to discuss how it may take shape in the future.
Moderator 2-day programme: Lisa Katharina Haag
Find out more: https://www.canna-b.de/vortragsprogramm/redner
13. October 2022 | Potsdam, Germany
Open Summit
Prometheus advocates for an open and free society. The institute believes that a living society, decentralized solutions and entrepreneurship are the foundation for a world where everyone is doing better. Prometheus is a home for freedom. It is enthusiastic about a do-it-yourself mentality by communicating ideas and networking with current and future decision makers.
Presentation: Legalization in Germany – a game changer for the European economy
8. October 2022 | Berlin, Germany
AIJA - Annual Arbitration conference
AIJA is the only global association devoted to lawyers and in-house counsel aged 45 and under. Since 1962 AIJA provides outstanding international opportunities for young lawyers to network, learn and develop. AIJA currently has 4,000 members and supporters in 90 different countries, including over 60 collective members and Bar Associations. The AIJA community is very diverse, as members come from law firms of all sizes and cultures.
Panel: (Medicial) Cannabis - one plant and a lot of legal questions!
From medical cannabis to CBD to full legalization for recreational use - the market for cannabis is diverse and growing rapidly. This seminar will center around the legal implications of medical cannabis – ranging from regulatory requirements (such as the interplay of Narcotic Acts and Medicinal Products Acts) to public procurement challenges as well as the IP protection and legally compliant advertisement of medical cannabis. In addition, the workshop will provide an outlook on the legalization of cannabis for other purposes from a German and EU perspective.
Moderator: Christina Kufer, SKW Schwarz, Germany
Panellists: Dan Pruschy (Vischer, Switzerland), Florian Wolf (Blomstein, Germany), Constantin von der Groeben (DEMECAN, Germany), Lisa Katharina Haag (MJ Universe, Germany)
22. - 23. September 2022 | Rovinj, Germany
ICBC Retreat Croatia
The International Cannabis Business Conference is planet earth’s premier cannabis networking event. The ICBC produces Europe's largest B2B trade event in Berlin, as well as curates the Global Investment Forum series, designed to connect dynamic and disruptive businesses seeking capital with viable and seasoned investors.
Cannabis Legalization Efforts In Europe
Several countries in Europe are trending towards adult-use cannabis legalization, including and especially Germany. Once Germany launches adult-use sales it will instantly become home to the largest adult-use market on the planet and that will have a ripple effect throughout the continent. This presentation will discuss the current political cannabis reform trends in Europe and the potential impact on the Balkan region specifically.
Moderator: Michael Knodt
Panellists: Kai-Friedrich Niermann (KFN+), Lisa Haag (FOUNDER MJ UNIVERSE), Alex Rogers (CEO & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, ICBC)
Economic Benefits Of Regulating Cannabis
The cannabis industry's economic benefits to local economies is considerable, as demonstrated by statistics from North America. North America's legal cannabis industry has already created roughly half a million jobs. Canada's legal cannabis industry alone has contributed over $43.5 billion to the nation’s GDP since late 2018. This panel will discuss the economic benefits of legalization including job creation, boosts to local economies, public revenue generation, as well as the instant public resource savings that are yielded when governments no longer enforce failed prohibition policies.
Moderator: Lisa Haag (MJ Universe)
Panellists: Stephen Verbeek (PRESIDENT & CEO, HELLO CANNABIS), Curtis Wallace (CANNABIS CULTIVATOR AND CONSULTANT)
10. - 11. September 2022 | Zurich, Switzerland
CB EXPO 2022
The Cannabis Business Expo for CBD, medical cannabis, grow and paraphernalia products, wholesale and services. Introduce your company, products, brands and services with a stand or as a sponsor or visit the CB Expo and expand your network of business contacts. Thanks to its latest legislation, Switzerland offers enormous potential for producing and importing CBD and THC products and for selling on the global market.
Adult-use Cannabis in Europe: Pilot Projects, Hypes, Delays and Expected Timelines
There is no doubt that regulating the adult use of cannabis in Europe is a hot topic in 2022: the German coalition starting consultations on a path to implement a new model in Germany, changes in countries like Malta and Luxemburg, the pilot projects in the Netherlands and Switzerland. When we look at the other side of the Atlantic, we see that things are moving at a different speed: in 2022, adult-use cannabis sales in the USA are expected to reach $32 billion and did generate nearly $4 billion in tax revenue in 2021. The panellists will discuss the latest news and timelines, as well as share their opinions on the opportunities for the cannabis industry.
Watch the video on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwhqynrXCgs
19-20. July 2022 | Berlin, Germany
ICBC B2B Berlin
The International Cannabis Business Conference is planet earth’s premier cannabis networking event. The ICBC produces Europe's largest B2B trade event in Berlin, as well as curates the Global Investment Forum series, designed to connect dynamic and disruptive businesses seeking capital with viable and seasoned investors.
Operating A Medical Cannabis Company Post-Recreational Legalization
Moderator: Lisa Haag
Panellists: Diane Scott (CHAIR AND CEO, JMCC GROUP), Dave Branfman (OF COUNSEL, BRANFMAN MAYFIELD BUSTARDE REICHENTHAL LLP), Alex Revich (EQUITY PARTNER AT HYBRID PHARM, CANNABIS EDUCATION & MEDICAL PARTNERSHIPS AT LOOSH BRANDS), Stephen Verbeek (PRESIDENT & CEO, HELLO CANNABIS)
Many medical cannabis companies are not sure if they should look forward to, or fear, the legalization of recreational cannabis in Europe. Profit margins for medical cannabis companies may be negatively impacted due to fewer reimbursements and lower levels of regulations for recreational cannabis versus medical cannabis. Research and development in the medical cannabis industry are notoriously expensive. So, what is the right strategy? Sticking to medical cannabis or opening up for the recreational market? Panelists will discuss opportunities and challenges that are awaiting cannabis companies in a dual system of medical and recreational cannabis.
Watch the video on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=id2eQsjV3z0
18. July 2022 | Berlin, Germany
ICBC GIF BERLIN
The ICBC Global Investment Forum is first and foremost an exclusive network. This network provides access to insider market info, capital investors, and exciting growth companies in the cannabis market. We host a series of investor summits to bring together international investors with companies looking for capital, and we provide a forum for exchange in the key areas that the market needs most – real data and available capital.
History Of The Relationship Between The Capital Markets And Cannabis And M&A In The Global Markets
Moderator: Lisa Haag
Panellists: Claudia Della Mora (MANAGING DIRECTOR, BLACK LEGEND CAPITAL LLC), Ria Green (FOUNDER, GREENQUEENMAGAZIN)
Due to the rapidly changing nature of cannabis legislation around the world, the capital markets have traditionally had a volatile relationship with cannabis companies, particularly due to the bubble seen in the cannabis market in the late 2010s. Several significant trends, however, have become apparent in recent years particularly in the increasing use of the debt capital markets. Among the trends in both the capital markets and in M&A behaviour, several key M&A transactions and capital raises have shown the changing perception of cannabis among public and private investors and the overall change in investing behaviour of both investors and large cannabis companies.
Watch the video on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nu1UAyDAwlI
16. July 2022 | Berlin, Germany
Mary Jane Berlin - Conference Area
Mary Jane Berlin, Germany's leading hemp fair since 2016. Mary Jane Berlin is not only a fair, but also a festival with great live acts. In conjunction with our exhibitors, food stalls, live concerts and congresses on therapeutic properties, an extensive cultural and entertainment program is offered. As a visitor of Mary Jane Berlin we inform you about the diversity of the green power plant - as food, cosmetic, building material, medicine and much more!
What needs to change politically with regard to cannabis! - Opportunities, regulatory aspects and demands on politics from the perspective of the cannabis industry
8-9. July 2022 | Hamburg, Germany
HAMCAN
HAMCAN is North-Germany’s premiere international cannabis conference and convention in the heart of Hamburg.
Germany on the road to Legalisation - How can it work?
Moderation: Lisa Haag (MJ_UNIVERSE GmbH)
Speakers: Linda Heitmann (Bündis 90 - die Grünen), Kai-Friedrich Niermann (KFNPlus), Lars Müller (Symbiotic)
14-15. June 2022 | Bad Homburg, Germany
CBE22 - Cannabis Business Europe
CBE22 is an event hostet by world class business leaders on the Development of the European Medical Cannabis, CBD and Hemp Industry.
Legalization of Cannabis in Germany: A Game-Changer for the Whole Industry in Europe
Pesentation: Board of the BvCW e.V.
Speakers: Lisa Haag (MJ Universe GmbH) & Benjamin Patock (Boveda INC.)
14. April 2022 | Zurich, Switzerland
CB Cannabis Business Club of Switzerland
After the first successful edition of the CB Club - Switzerland's b2b Cannabis Meeting - the CB Cannabis Business Club of Switzerland invites you to the second, international meeting in Zurich.
Germany on the road to Legalisation
Moderation: Lisa Haag (MJ_UNIVERSE GmbH)
Speakers: Franziska Katterbach (KHIRON Europe) und Lito Schulte (Lito Law)
10. March 2022 | Barcelona, Spain
ICBC B2B Barcelona
The International Cannabis Business Conference is planet earth’s premier cannabis networking event. The rich cannabis history and culture in Barcelona make it the perfect backdrop to the International Cannabis Business Conference which is being held on March 10, 2022. We have partnered with Spannabis, Europe's top cannabis expo, to form a super-conference that is a must-attend for anyone that is serious about succeeding in the emerging cannabis industry.
Panel “Keeping Legacy Alive in Corporate Cannabis: Ensuring A Successful Future For Craft Cannabis Companies and Entrepreneurs”
with Zeta Ceti (FOUNDER AND CEO, GREEN RUSH CONSULTING, Moderator), Lisa Haag (FOUNDER MJ_UNIVERSE), Nidhi Handa (FOUNDER AND CEO, LEUNE), Luna Stower (VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, ISPIRE), Aaron Smith (CO-FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE NATIONAL CANNABIS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION)
Join our discussion on maintaining the delicate dance between honoring "OG" cannabiz culture and the polished, formal business space. In our quest to bring sophistication and polish to the space, how can we mainstream plant medicine in white-collar culture while staying true to the roots? We'll explore how regulated cannabis industries can scale and thrive, while also remaining deeply-seated in the lessons and legacy of "traditional markets." Because LOVE can be LUCRATIVE.
Watch video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08C0XpX4iWI
2021
22-23. September 2021 | Berlin & Online
PharmaSynergy Conference
PharmaSynergy is built around 1-2-1 meetings that connect global pharma BD& Licensing professionals together, empowered further by the content-driven programme. The event showcases pharma opportunities for internationalization, in/out-licensing, investment and portfolio development.
This year, PharmaSynergy implemented a “Cannabis Spotlight”. (Moderation: Lisa Haag)
The cannabis market: an overview of the key regulatory developments in Europe - Franziska Katterbach, President, Europe, Khiron Life Sciences
Medical Cannabis in Europe: a young Life Science Industry - Marianne Hundtofte Nielsen, Vice President Business Development Europe & Medical Director, Aurora Cannabis
Unique licensing and pathways to international growth - Keith Strachan, CEO, MediPharm Labs
August 2021 | Berlin
International Cannabis Business Conference
The International Cannabis Business Conference is planet earth’s premier cannabis networking event. The ICBC produces Europe's largest B2B trade event in Berlin, as well as curates the Global Investment Forum series, designed to connect dynamic and disruptive businesses seeking capital with viable and seasoned investors.
Check out the videos in case you missed it:
“Regulatory” at ICBC GIF w/ Peter Homberg, Kai-Friedrich Niermann and Alexander Rieg
Watch Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_N4n30sKIo&t=3s
“Understanding Novel Food” at ICBC B2B w/ Kai-Friedrich Niermann, Francis Scarlan and Marjeta Česen
Watch Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YjRt_5Z64M
“Road to Legalisation” at ICBC B2B w/ Rebecca Wiegärtner, Dr. Jan Witte and Burkhard Blienert
Watch video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87lo5uoRw-M
July 2021 | Berlin
Virtual WEIC Women’s Leadership Summit
Women are losing power in the cannabis industry. In 2017 women held 36% of C Suite positions in cannabis. Today, less than 8% of CEOs are women and only 38% of all positions in cannabis are held by women. Women are losing their power in cannabis…fast.
We know that statistically women have a higher rate of return on investment, lower turnover and a faster rate to profitability than their male counterparts – so why are we losing ground at such an alarming rate? This is one of many questions we will explore at the Leadership Summit: Power & Collaboration.
July 2021 | Berlin
Cannabis and Hemp after the elections21 #BTW21
Together with the local drug policy group of the green party, we will be discussing the Swiss model project as well as Cannabis after the 2021 election. Together with the LAG Drogenpolitik of the green party, we invited four speakers: Lino Cereghetti from Pure Group gives insights into the Swiss model, Luc Richner from Cannavigia will talk about transparency and digitalisation along the value chains of hemp and cannabis, lawyer Kai-Friedrich Niermann and myself (Lisa) will be talking about Modellprojects in Germany as well as what needs to happen to bring alive the Cannabis Control Law as suggested by the green party. We are looking forward to see you there.
2021 | Berlin
Bionnale 2021
BIONNALE is the biggest networking event for life sciences and healthcare industries in the German capital region.
2020 | Germany (Virtual)
Hanf Magazin Roundtable
roundtable - Hanf - Wirtschaftsfaktor & Marktpotential
2020 | Germany (Virtual)
Vision.A
Impuls Innovation & Disruption: Cannabis Disruption in der Apotheke - Die Wahrheit hinter dem Boom
2019 | Berlin, Germany
re:publica Digital Hemp
Co-Organiser Fachkonferenz re:publica Digital Hemp (curated by MJ Universe)
