Day 2 Agenda
September 4th, 2025
09:00am - 4:30pm
Capital Terrace
Registration
Stop by the registration desk to get your complimentary swag bag, conference lanyard, and badge.
Continental Breakfast & Morning Coffee in the Exhibit Area
Grab some breakfast and a cup of coffee and chat with your fellow attendees before our morning keynote.
08:30Am - 4:30pm
Senate & Congressional
Exhibit Area Open
Meet our exhibitors to network and explore solutions across the Cannabis Banking Ecosystem!
09:30am - 10:00Am
Presidential Ballroom
Keynote: To Be Announced Soon
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
The Business of Cannabis Banking in 2025
How are banks and credit unions staying net positive with their cannabis banking program in 2025? As new competitors enter the industry, while others leave, what business tactics and operations have institutions implemented to stay competitive, make more money, and improve customer experience?
10:30am - 11:15am
South American AB
Compliance Track
CRB Onboarding Due Diligence vs Continuous Monitoring
What are the similarities and differences between CRB onboarding due diligence and continuous monitoring? How do you set both up to improve internal efficiency while also minimizing the burden on the CRB client?
11:15am - 11:30Am
Senate & Congressional
Break
Stretch your legs or grab a quick meeting between sessions.
11:30am - 12:15Pm
Federal AB
Accounting Track
What do banks & credit unions need to know about Cannabis Taxes?
Understanding the intricacies of client business models and market conditions is essential for effective continuous monitoring in cannabis banking. What does your financial institution need to know about cannabis tax regulations and how can you integrate this knowledge into your monitoring processes to ensure your programs remain compliant while adapting to the evolving cannabis landscape?
11:30am - 12:15Pm
South American Ab
Business Solutions Track
Lending vs Investing in 2025 and Beyond
The Cannabis Industry landscape is increasingly evolving through M&A and bankruptcies. Where is the smart money moving and what options should CRBs consider to fund their growth?
Lunch & Networking
Join your fellow attendees for lunch and networking.
1:30Pm - 2:15Pm
Federal AB
Compliance Track
Data-Driven Compliance
How do Cannabis Bankers, CRBs, and Regulators Leverage Data
1:30Pm - 2:15Pm
South American AB
Payments Track
The Cannabis Payments Stack
Discover how track and trace, ERP, and POS integrate and work together to provide actionable insights & streamline operations for a CRB, and create a seamless customer experience.
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.
2:45Pm - 3:30Pm
Federal AB
Accounting Track
Financial Audits in Cannabis
Accurate financial reporting and auditing remain critical yet complex for cannabis businesses due to its Schedule 1 status. Understand the complexities in preparing audited financials for CRBs, lessons learned, what questions to ask, and more. Also, get a sneak peek on what financial audits may look like post a potential rescheduling of cannabis.
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Senate & Congressional
Happy Hour & Networking in the Exhibit Area
Join other industry leaders for networking and drinks.