Cannabis Panel

Friday, November 16, 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. 

Cannabis - The Growing Pains of a New Industry
With the adult-use cannabis market now legalized in Canada and increasingly open markets in the US, the reality of overcapacity in the marketplace, weak business infrastructures, and complex & ever-changing regulatory landscapes are becoming more apparent. Join us for an exciting discussion on the state of play of Cannabis in North America, a real-time discussion related to a troubled producer and how stakeholders need to remain vigilant in the coming years to exploit opportunities and avoid pitfalls.

Panelists:

  • Michael Black, PwC
  • Michelle Grant, PwC
  • Blair Jordan, Experienced Cannabis Industry Executive
  • Wilson Kwan, PwC

ConferenceAgenda

Thursday, November 14th  
11:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Community Service Activity 
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Break
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Leadership Planning Committee Meeting 
(For Committee Members Only)
5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Break
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Opening Networking Reception at Fasken DuMoulin LLP
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.  Break / Transition
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Dine-Around (Locations around Toronto)
   
Friday,
November 15th
 All Events at Fasken DuMoulin LLP, unless otherwise noted
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.  Canadian-Themed Networking Breakfast 
9:00 a.m. - 9:05 a.m. Welcome
9:05 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. Opening Remarks:
Conference Goals, Objectives, Overview 
9:10 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. Speed Networking Exercise
9:55 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Panel: Mentorship/Titans 
Mentorship, Leadership, and Vision: How the titans of our trade got to where
they are 
11:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Break
11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Panel: Cross-Border Restructuring
Breaking Barriers and Building Walls 
12:30 p.m.  - 1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Panel: Diversity and Inclusion 
Not Just an Old Wooden Ship
2:15 p.m. - 2:55 p.m. Networking Exercise
3:00p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Panel: Cannabis and Distress
4:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Day 1 Closing Remarks and Announcements
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Break - Transition to Social Outing
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Social Outing at Spin Toronto
   
Saturday, November 16th  All Events at Fasken DuMoulin LLP, unless otherwise noted
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Morning Workout (pay your way) 
9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Networking Breakfast with Mimosa Bar
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Best Practices: Workshop on issue-handling at chapter levels (optional)
11:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

TMA NextGen Call for Volunteers 

11:15 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.  2019 TMA NextGen Chair's Presentation
11:25 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Break
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Improv Workshop

One-part PowerPoint presentation and one part improv workshop. The core concepts of acceptance, communication, and spontaneity will be explored and built. These concepts are extremely valuable as they help individuals reach success through relationship building and crystal-clear communication.

The principles will be put into play through improvised scenarios and hilarious games. Attendees will be able to take these into the workplace and it will have a positive impact on the success of your company. 

12:35 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Closing Remarks
1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.  Break: Transition to Social Outing
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Optional: Group Activity 

HotelReservations

 

Hilton Toronto
145 Richmond St. W.
Toronto, ON M5H 2L2, Canada

Room Rate: 199 CAD/night  ($150) plus taxes
Reservation Phone: 1-800-267-2281
Group Booking Code: TMAN19
Online Reservations: Click here to make a reservation 

TMA strongly encourages you to make your hotel reservation early, as the hotel and discount block may sell out!