Day 1 Agenda
September 3rd, 2025
08:00am - 5:30pm
Capital Terrace
Registration
Stop by the registration desk to get your complimentary swag bag, conference lanyard, and badge.
Morning Coffee
Grab a cup of coffee and chat with your fellow attendees before our morning keynote.
09:15am - 10:00Am
Presidential Ballroom
Welcome address by PBC CEO Joshua Radbod.
Keynote: To Be Announced Soon
Exhibit Area Open
Meet our exhibitors to network and explore solutions across the Cannabis Banking Ecosystem!
10:00Am - 5:30pm
senate & congressional
Coffee & Networking Break in the Exhibit Area
Grab a cup of coffee and chat with your fellow attendees and exhibitors before our morning panel sessions begin.
10:30am - 11:15am
Federal AB
Banking Track
Cannabis Banker Centers of Influence
How can a cannabis banker develop and benefit from a strong center of influence network, built around the PBC Cannabis Banking Ecosystem?
10:30am - 11:15am
South American AB
Legal Track
From Seizures to Solutions: Legal Cases Shaping the Future of Cannabis
Examine recent landmark cases that have significantly impacted the cannabis industry. From asset forfeiture seizures to groundbreaking rulings, experts shed light on how these cases are redefining industry practices.
11:15am - 11:30Am
Senate & Congressional
Break
Stretch your legs or grab a quick meeting between sessions.
11:30am - 12:15Pm
Federal AB
Policy & Legislation Track
State Legalization Journeys, from 1996 to now
Join state regulators as they share how their states have navigated the challenges of legalization, developed frameworks for oversight, and adapted to industry growth. Hear their perspective on where state policies are headed and how they aim to shape the future of the cannabis industry.
11:30am - 12:15Pm
South American AB
Compliance Track
Tech-Driven Compliance
Discover how banks and credit unions are utilizing AI and other innovative technologies to enhance compliance processes and operational efficiency. Explore how these advancements are transforming compliance strategies and setting new standards for effectiveness in financial institutions.
Lunch
Join your fellow attendees for lunch and networking.
1:30Pm - 2:00Pm
Federal AB
Banking Scenario
Cannabis Banker Q&A
Thinking about starting a cannabis banking program or expanding into new states? Experienced cannabis bankers tackle the most frequently asked questions, from building a successful program to managing multi-state operations. Hear firsthand accounts of unusual challenges and unique situations faced by industry leaders, and learn practical strategies to address them.
1:30Pm - 2:00Pm
South American AB
Payments Scenario
Your payments provider shut down, what do you do?
We've all seen CRB posts on LinkedIn asking for help when their payments get shut down. Why does this keep happening, how can operators prevent this from happening in the future, who can help? How does this impact the CRB's banking partner?
Coffee & Networking Break in the Exhibit Area
Thirsty? Need a quick burst of energy? Grab a refreshment and get in a quick meeting before our next round of panel sessions begin.
2:10Pm - 2:40Pm
Federal AB
Cash Logistics Scenario
Impacts of Improving Cash Logistics
How do Smart Safes, combined with Cash Logistics, help bankers? How does this impact costs to CRB clients?
2:10Pm - 2:40Pm
South American AB
Compliance Scenario
Self Assessments vs Site Inspections
Experts will compare licensed operator self-assessments with traditional site inspections, exploring how self-assessments are transforming the way compliance partners, banking institutions, and regulators approach oversight. How does this impact relationships between operators, banks, and regulators as the cannabis industry adapts to these evolving practices?
2:40pm - 2:50pm
Senate & Congressional
Break
Stretch your legs or grab a quick meeting between sessions.
2:50Pm - 3:20Pm
Federal AB
Sponsor Scenario
Sponsor Breakout Session: To Be Announced Soon
2:50Pm - 3:20Pm
South American AB
Sponsor Scenario
Sponsor Breakout Session: To Be Announced Soon
3:20pm - 3:30pm
Senate & Congressional
Break
Stretch your legs or grab a quick meeting between sessions.
3:30pm - 3:50pm
Presidential Ballroom
Keynote: To Be Announced Soon
3:50PM - 4:00PM
Presidential Ballroom
PBC 2025 Awards Ceremony & Raffle Winner Announcement
Who will take home our annual PBC Conference Awards?
Raffle winner to be announced! Details to be announced soon. Must be present to win.
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Senate & Congressional
Happy Hour
Happy Hour & Networking in the Exhibit Area
Join other industry leaders for networking and drinks.