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SUMMARY:IWC at BLAZE: Missouri
DESCRIPTION:Our summer kick-off plans have heated up!\nIllinois Women in Cannabis members and friends are meeting up at the Cannabis Women’s Breakfast\, which is part of the BLAZE Missouri Expo at St. Louis’ Historic Union Station. \nOn Saturday\, June 4\, we’ll mix and mingle with like-minded Midwest cannabis women over a scrumptious breakfast. Then we’ll browse the Blaze expo floor: 50+ Midwest cannabis products and dispensary brands are exhibiting. Celebrity cannabis chefs are teaching\, glass blowers are performing\, and cannabis educators are educating. (We’ve been told to bring a duffle bag for the swag!) \nYou can purchase your Women’s Breakfast ticket and claim your free Day Two Expo Floor Pass here\, and we’ll see you there!\nhttp://ow.ly/Sh3i50J3A2a
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-at-blaze-missouri/
LOCATION:St. Louis Union Station\, 1820 Market Street\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220601T220000
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SUMMARY:IWC at Higher Love Pride Month Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Inviting all LGBTQ+ Budtenders\, Buyers and their Allies to come kick-off pride at our Second Annual Higher Love\, an interactive experience designed to spotlight brands\, discover new opportunities\, and network with like-minded canna-seurs!  \nWe can’t celebrate pride without drag queens\, and we’re proud to announce that this year’s event will be hosted by Bambi Banks Coulee\, with fabulous performances by Khloe Coulee and Kenzie Coulee and our Star\, RuPaul Drag Race Season 13 contestant and Chicagoan\, Denali Foxx. \nIn collaboration with our event sponsors\, we welcome you to come and consume cannabis openly and honestly\, and meet businesses at the forefront of the industry!
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-at-higher-love-pride-month-kickoff/
LOCATION:PalmHouse\, 619 Howard\, Evanston\, IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T160000
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SUMMARY:Members Only: Co-Working Day at 2112
DESCRIPTION:Get your work done during our IWC Members Co-working Day! \nSponsored by Curaleaf\, Cannabist and 1906 \nWhat to expect: \nA comfortable open workspace format\, productive vibe\, friendly masked faces\, networking\, and the opportunity to work alongside other industry professionals. Our co-working day is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nPlease keep these guidelines in mind: \n\nIWC Membership is required and will be verified (to become a member or to renew your membership click here)\n\n\nYou are welcome to BYO lunch and snacks; there is a fridge\, microwave\, and toaster oven on site.\nRSVP Required\, Limited Capacity\, First-Come-First-Served\nNO WALK-INS\n\nCo-working Day Agenda: \n10:30 AM – 4 PM: Open co-working\, join in anytime \n3- 4 PM: Networking Session featuring our guest speaker: Mel Fyfe\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Blakthumb. We will also hear pitches from three startup CPG brands. \nOur co-working day features products from our members and partners. This month we’ll be featuring 1906’s Genius\, Cann\, Beboe\, Dark Matter Coffee\, PRIMER and Hellowater. \nAbout Mel Fyfe and Blakthumb \nMel Fyfe is CEO and Co-Founder of Blakthumb\, a software company that provides an intuitive operating system for production teams in cannabis and food. \nThe BlakthumbOS gives teams the ability to manage their plants\, people and locations from one place. Our OS collects data at every step of production to deliver powerful insights on yield and team performance\, allowing organizations to make informed business decisions\, and scale while maintaining quality. \nPrior to Blakthumb\, Mel had over 15 years in government and private sector Senior Executive roles in Australia and the UK. Her public sector career spans over local and state governments with roles in strategy\, policy\, urban renewal\, and leading major transport and infrastructure portfolios including Barangaroo and Green Square. \nMel holds a Bachelor of Arts (History & Gender Studies) and an Executive Master in Public Administration from the University of Sydney\, and a Master of Planning from UNSW. \nTwitter: @mel_fyfe \nPlease have your 1 minute intros ready: name\, business\, role\, or specialty\, and what opportunities you seeking within the industry. 
 \nFor sponsorship opportunities contact us at communications@ilwomenincannabis.org \nClick Here to register \nAbout 2112
 \nLocated within the 160\,000 sq ft B2B creative industry ecosystem of Fort Knox Studios\, 2112 is Chicago’s first incubator focused on the development of entrepreneurs and disruption in music\, film/video and creative technology. Conveniently located off Interstate 90/94\, one block from the CTA Montrose Blue Line stop as well as the Metra Mayfair stop. \nAbout IWC \nIllinois Women in Cannabis is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization committed to serving\, supporting\, and advancing the careers of women connected to the regulated cannabis industry. Through education and community building\, we fulfill our mission to empower women of all ages and backgrounds to build strong relationships\, networks\, and careers in the cannabis industry.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/members-only-co-working-day-at-2112-2/
LOCATION:2112 Chicago\, 4245 N Knox. Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,Networking
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SUMMARY:Hot Trends in the Cannabis Industry
DESCRIPTION:Data in the cannabis space is nascent at best. Join us as we dive deep into data-driven trends within the cannabis industry. This session will provide insight into consumer behavior within the cannabis industry\, such as how consumers are shopping\, current flavor trends\, consumption methods\, and trends affecting the many diverse categories as well as data sources available. \nModerator: Laurie Parfitt\, Principal\, LKP Impact Consulting \nGuest Speakers: \n\nAmelia Thorne\, Customer Success Manager\, Headset\nMadeline Scanlon\, Cannabis Insights Analyst\, Brightfield Group\nKelly Bernazza-Hall\, Head of Customer Success\, Hoodie Analytics\n\nClick here to register
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/hot-trends-in-the-cannabis-industry/
LOCATION:2112 Chicago\, 4245 N Knox. Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Panel Discussion
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T160000
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SUMMARY:IWC at Blunt Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join over 100 women inn cannabis for an afternoon social filled with networking\, light tapas and empowering conversations with our sponsors and guests!
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-at-blunt-brunch/
LOCATION:Godfrey Hotel Chicago\, 127 W Huron St\, Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T180000
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SUMMARY:IWC at Green Growth Summit
DESCRIPTION:State of the State\n\n\nWhere is the Illinois cannabis industry today and where is it going? Influential lawmakers and business leaders give you the inside track on everything you need to know about the state of the cannabis business in Illinois. \nTopics include: \n\nForecasts for the budding industry from the key Illinois decision makers.\nEstablishing strong relationships with local and state officials\nAn essential guide to understanding compliance and regulations\nNavigating the complex banking issue\nHow to compete in a saturated market\nSocial equity programs and the future of criminal convictions for minor marijuana offenses\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiggest Opportunities in Cannabis\n\n\nFrom plant-touching to ancillary businesses\, the cannabis industry offers unlimited possibilities for passionate entrepreneurs. Find out about the best opportunities to pursue around the state and beyond. \nTopics include: \n\nPlant touching vs non-plant touching? The pros and cons of each\nLocal experts talk Cultivation\, Extraction\, Retail\, and Ancillary\nWhich sectors are hot and which are not?\nThe future of cannabis: Looking at 2022 and beyond\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Start\, Build\, and Grow Your Cannabis Business\n\n\nWant to be a part of the Green Rush? You’ll hear from successful cannabis industry professionals about the tools and strategies you need to get your business off the ground and thriving. \n\n… and more! \nSave 50% off registrations with code WIC50
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-at-green-growth-summit/
LOCATION:The Dalcy Event Hall\, 302 N Green St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220214T110000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a virtual networking session\, featuring our guest speakers Alexandria Boutros\, Founding Board Member\, Cannabis Equity IL Coalition and Community Organizing Manager\, Chicago Votes\, and Peter Contos\, Deputy Director\, Cannabis Equity IL Coalition. \nThe Coalition is a grassroots non-profit formed by community members fighting to make sure the legalization of cannabis in Illinois is done to repair and reinvest in the communities most impacted by the War on Drugs\, and to ensure the cannabis industry prioritizes people over profits! \nThe hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role\, and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nClick here to register
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/virtual-networking-session-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T210000
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CREATED:20220104T210525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T171202Z
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SUMMARY:IWC at ICTC IL Cannabis Resource Networking Night
DESCRIPTION:Want to make new relationships in the Illinois cannabis industry? Looking to engage in cannabis conversations with industry leaders and professionals? \nYou’ll see why dozens of professionals and community members like you join us each month for the IL Cannabis Resource Networking Night every Third Thursday in Bellwood\, IL. \nThis event is for you if you want to: \n\nMeet cannabis professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and community members in an engaging\, networking event.\nLearn and share resources with others who are passionate about the cannabis industry.\nDiscuss opportunities and challenges to dismantle barriers to social equity in Illinois.\nContribute to ICTC’s mission to provide creative learning experiences to increase access to opportunities in the cannabis industry. A portion of your ticket goes to ICTC’s social equity scholarship fund.\n\nWe aim to bridge the social equity gap in the cannabis industry by hosting a networking night to connect people within and seeking to enter the industry. \n  \nWho Should Attend: \n\nLeaders of Cannabis Companies and the Team Members\nEntrepreneurs\nCultivators and Growers\nMedical & Recreational Cannabis Dispensaries\nCommunity Members interested in the Cannabis Industry\nYou! And anyone else looking to build new connection and participate in the local cannabis community.\n\n  \nWhat your evening will consist of: \n\nA Warm ICTC Welcome\nOpen Networking with ICTC’s Cannabis Community\nFireside Chat with Leaders in the IL Cannabis Industry\nLight Food & Refreshments\nTables of Local Business Vendors & Sponsors\n\nFor tickets click here
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-at-ictc-il-cannabis-resource-networking-night/
LOCATION:ICTC\, Illinois Cannabis Training Center\, Inc.\, 2305 St Charles Rd\, Bellwood\, 60104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220117T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, featuring our guest speaker Bonita Money\, a long-time veteran of the TV and Film industry and transitioned into the Cannabis Industry in 2014. Founder of NDICA-National Diversity and Inclusion Cannabis Alliance\, the only cannabis organization to be funded by the State of California’s Governor’s office and contracted by the City of LA Department of Cannabis Regulations Social Equity Business Development program. A well-known speaker at cannabis-related and mainstream events and conferences with a focus on Social Equity\, Social Justice\, Economic empowerment\, Diversity in Cannabis\, and How to enter into the Cannabis Industry.\nNDICA is on a mission to foster equity\, inclusivity\, and accessible spaces where all people feel respected\, valued\, and supported. Current programs include expanding its cannabis training\, workforce development training\, youth mentorship programs; hosting free monthly expungement clinics; assisting in access to capital for social equity entrepreneurs\, and launching new corporate programs with community partners like Humble+Fume and Dip Devices. \nThe hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role\, and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nRSVP Required. Click here https://bit.ly/3FUEN3l
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/virtual-networking-session/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T170000
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SUMMARY:IWC Fall Harvest Series
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce IWC’s annual 2021 Fall Harvest Celebration. Join IWC as industry leaders will offer insight into the Food and Beverage sector of the cannabis industry. This 6-week ongoing event will focus on transitioning from CPG into cannabis\, cannabis offerings\, trends in food and beverage\, and incorporating cannabis into menus. \nAs Illinois’ top cannabis community networking organization\, we’re proud to bring together cannabis communities and business leaders to celebrate both their success and the budding opportunities for women within the Food and Beverage sector of the cannabis industry. \nAttendees will learn from cannabis business leaders that build awareness for our industry and create jobs to grow our local economies. It’s a can’t-miss to build connections and knowledge within the cannabis industry—see you online! \nSpecial Guest\nMindy Segal\, Chef & Co-Founder\, Mindy’s Chef-Led Artisanal Edibles \nJames Beard award-winning chef Mindy Segal is the creative force behind Cresco Lab’s flagship line of artisanal edibles. Chef Segal pushes the boundaries of taste and texture\, crafting thoughtful combinations of ingredients that are both unexpected and familiar. She has trained in some of Chicago’s most influential restaurants and is currently Chef/Owner of Mindy’s Bakery in Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood along with additional beloved Chicago restaurants.\n\nNetworking and Cooking Demos TBA soon!\n\nProgram: \nTuesday\, October 26\, 1 PM – 2 PM\nCannabis Industry Trends \nJoin us as we dive deep into trends within the cannabis industry. This session will provide insight into consumer behavior within the cannabis industry\, such as how consumers are shopping\, current flavor trends\, consumption methods\, and trends affecting the many diverse categories.  \nModerator: Laurie Parfitt\, Principal\, LKP Impact Consulting\n\nPanelists:\nJocelyn Sheltraw\, Director of Industry Relations\, Headset\nMichele Scott\, Senior Analyst\, Mintel\nJamie Schau\, Senior Insights Manager\, Brightfield Group \nWednesday\, November 3\, 1 PM – 2 PM\nCannabis on the Menu \nThis session will offer insight into current trends in cannabis-infused menu items. Join us as we hear from cannabis entrepreneurs regarding their career\, their journey of building a cannabis-infused branded business\, and food safety within the industry. \nModerator: Alison Nelson\, Edible Manufacturing Technician\, Cresco Labs  \nPanelists:\nJeni Cohen\, Founder\, Flame Princess Confections\nManny Mendoza\, Executive Chef\, Herbal Notes\nRocio Vargas\, Executive Chef\, Planda Group\nLorraine Nguyen\, Executive Chef\, Founder Cần Sa \nTuesday\, November 9\, 1 PM – 2 PM\nTransitioning from CPG into Cannabis \nThis strategic session will provide insight for CPG professionals transitioning into cannabis. Join us as we learn more about growth within the cannabis industry\, the similarities and differences between both industries\, and what steps you need to take to break into this budding industry. \nSpeaker: Laurie Parfitt\, Principal\, LKP Impact Consulting \nWednesday\, November 10\, 10:30 – 11 AM\nFireside Chat with Mindy Segal\n \nJames Beard award-winning chef Mindy Segal\, the creative force behind Cresco Lab’s flagship line of artisanal edibles will join us in a candid conversation to share her story and transition into the world of edibles. \nTuesday\, November 16\, 1 PM\nCannabis in Food and Beverage \nThis session will provide an opportunity to gain insight into the çannabis-infused food and beverage market. Join us for an overview of the growing opportunities\, current\, and future trends\, and additional industry insights.  \nModerator: Laurie Parfitt\, Principal\, LKP Impact Consulting \nPanelists:\nMegan Klein\, Founder\, Little Saints\nMegan Coffey\, R & D Lab Manager\, Cresco Labs\nJoline Rivera\, Founder\, Kitchen Toke Media and Red Belly Honey\nLauren Tamburro\, VP of R & D\, Vertosa\nJenny Mountjoy\, Creative Consultant\, Mountjoy Sparkling \nFor sponsorship opportunities contact us at communications@ilwomenincannabis.org \nThis hallmark event will be held virtually concerning the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. \nIllinois Women in Cannabis is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization committed to serving\, supporting\, and advancing the careers of women connected to the regulated cannabis industry. Through education and community building\, we fulfill our mission to empower women of all ages and backgrounds to build strong relationships\, networks\, and careers in the cannabis industry.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-fall-harvest-series/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Cooking Demo,Fall Harvest Celebration,Lunch & Learn,Networking,Panel Discussion,Workshop
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T210200Z
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SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, featuring our guest speaker Gina Gault\, Field Marketing & Community Outreach Manager\, 1906 New Highs and IWC Board Member. \nThe hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role\, and what business opportunities are you seeking. \n 
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-9/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210830T194701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T194701Z
UID:1628-1632312000-1632315600@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:Transcend: Going Beyond Limits Women In Cannabis Collaborative
DESCRIPTION:Plan now to attend Transcend: Going Beyond Limits Women In Cannabis Collaborative on Wednesday\, September 22nd\, 2021. \nTranscend: Going Beyond Limits is a space exclusively for (only) women to learn\, connect and network.  Our panelists include Cannabis industry leaders and experts who will discuss topics relating to entering and thriving in this emerging market. \nThis will be a virtual event\, hosted via zoom. A registration link and zoom link is forthcoming.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/transcend-going-beyond-limits-women-in-cannabis-collaborative/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210816T191227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T191227Z
UID:1602-1630346400-1630353600@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:Sparks on the Rooftop
DESCRIPTION:OUR BENEFACTORS AND GUESTS \nIllinois Women in Cannabis \nThe American Foundation for Suicide Prevention \nTickets are $25 and available for online purchase only. Must be 21 with ID to enter \nPurchase Price Includes: \n\n2 Drink Tickets (Free Wine\, Beer and Select Liquors\, with Cash Bar options)\nSweet & Savory bites by West Town Bakery\nNetworking within the Cannabis industry\nGood Vibes by Konstantin Jace spinning favorite 78rpm records\nHappiness by You\nClick here to purchase tickets https://bit.ly/3iRqP9b\n\nHealth & Safety \nThis event will follow all City of Chicago and State of Illinois COVID requirements\, and subject to change. We are working with our facility partners to ensure that our event will be as safe as possible. Please know that your safety and satisfaction is the top priority\, and we are committed to doing everything possible to provide a clean and safe experience. \nwww.64colorspresents.com
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/sparks-on-the-rooftop/
LOCATION:Homestead on the Roof\, 1924 W. Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T223650Z
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SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, featuring our guest speaker Sisi Shen\, Co-Founder & Head of Research\, Illinois Craft Cannabis Association. \nThe hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role\, and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nSisi Shen\, Healthcare executive and digital health enthusiast passionate about leveraging technology to improve patient outcomes. 10+ years of experience scaling both healthcare startups and established Fortune 500 healthcare companies through business development\, innovation\, go to market definition\, capability development\, and M&A. Experience spans the entire healthcare ecosystem: HIT\, payer\, provider\, life sciences\, digital and consumer health \nThe Illinois Craft Cannabis Association (ICCA) is an independent\, non-profit organization that serves the Illinois craft cannabis sector focused on craft growers\, infusers\, and transporters.  Our mission is to cultivate a diverse\, equitable\, sustainable\, and professional craft cannabis sector that ensures quality and choice for Illinois consumers. \n 
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-8/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210817T022641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210817T022717Z
UID:1610-1629309600-1629320400@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:Latinas in Cannabis Mixer
DESCRIPTION:LET’S GET OUR HEARTS TO BIDI BIDI BOM BOM WHEN WE GET TOGETHER TO UPLIFT OUR LATINAS IN CANNABIS CULTURE AND IN THE CANNABIS INDUSTRY.   \nWe’ve partnered up with the Davis Theatre to bring you this one of kind cannabis-inspired evening of uplifting Latinas. Celebrating the beloved Selena Quintanilla\, a strong Mexican American woman who changed the world. Her legacy goes beyond music as her strength\, determination\, kindness\, and journey are a constant inspiration to Latina women and humans everywhere. \nSponsored by Rhythm (GTI)\, our amazing local dispensary\, D33 (Dispensary 33)\, and Illinois Women in Cannabis\, we are so lucky for this amazing community. \nStarting at 6 pm\, we will mix and mingle in the Carbon Arc bar. Spend an hour getting to meet and support Latinas in cannabis like Canna Bella Lux founder Tiffany Woodman (The Canna Bella)\, Amanda Cruz (founder of Familia de Flores)\, Amor Montes de Oca (IWC Executive Director) and more amazing women.  \nWe’ll move to the theatre and watch “Selena” (the 1994 JLo version of course). Make sure to get your popcorn\, snacks\, and drinks from the concession\, find seats\, and remember\, “Anything for Salinas!”  \nYour ticket includes:  \n(1) Movie Ticket for “Selena” on 8/18/21
 \n(1) hour to mix + mingle \n
(1) Swag Bag with cones from Canna Bella Lux\, Rhythm\, Dispensary 33 and more!
  \nTHINGS TO NOTE:  \n\nTickets will be automatically emailed when purchased \n420 friendly outside spots
 \nSTATE COVID -19 SAFETY RULES APPLY.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/latinas-in-cannabis-mixer/
LOCATION:The Davis Theatre\, 4614 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210527T214204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210527T214204Z
UID:1382-1626951600-1626955200@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, featuring our guest speakers\, Amanda Gettes\, Executive Director – Strategic Initiatives and Dhyia Thompson-Phillips\, Executive Director\, Workforce Equity\, Olive Harvey College \nThe hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. While it’s undoubtedly tough to create community while the world is virtual\, this will be a strategic session that seeks to support authentic opportunities for professional growth. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role\, and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nOlive-Harvey College (OHC)\, a community college on the southeast side of Chicago\, one of the City Colleges of Chicago has a growing cannabis education and training program. Development of the program has included creating a robust Advisory Council which consists of college stakeholders\, Industry leaders\, community partners\, government agencies and social equity license applicants. The council has driven curriculum development\, workforce opportunities and program improvements\, such as mentoring and soft skill training. In addition to the council\, we have hired multiple industry professionals as adjunct faculty to assist with the creation and teach the different courses. In Fall of 2019\, OHC was awarded a $1.5 million dollar workforce equity grant which helped fund the program. Our first year we had 120 enrollees into our Dispensary Operations basic certificate with a 75% completion rate. Fall 2021 will be the start of the full suite of programs including cultivation\, processing\, business and transfer track programs with an Associate of Science. \n 
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-6/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210609T214236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T214236Z
UID:1405-1624964400-1624968000@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, featuring our guest Jocelyn Sheltraw\, Director of Strategy at Headset. The hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. The session seeks to support authentic opportunities for professional growth and will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nJocelyn Sheltraw is the Director of Strategy at Headset\, responsible for strategy and operations in California\, as well as new market expansion into Illinois\, Oregon\, Arizona and New Mexico. \nPrior to joining the cannabis industry\, Jocelyn spent 10 years working in mobile advertising and technology developing advertising and monetization strategies for apps including: Flipboard\, Spotify\, SoundCloud\, Pandora\, Uber to name a few. \nJocelyn is a vocal advocate and thought leader\, involved in various cannabis associations and committees for; CCIA\, NCIA\, UCBA\, CVCAN. She also works on various California Social Equity Program initiatives.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-7/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210406T124027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T124027Z
UID:1305-1619089200-1619092800@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, featuring our guest speaker\, LizMarie Palomo\, General Manager\, Columbia Care Inc.\, Chicago. \nColumbia Care Inc. is one of the largest and most experienced multi-state operators in the medical cannabis industry\, with licenses in 15 jurisdictions in the US and the EU. \nWith over 1\,000\,000 successful sales transactions since its inception\, Columbia Care is a patient-centered organization setting the standard for compassion\, professionalism\, quality\, caring and innovation\, working in collaboration with some of the most renowned and innovative teaching hospitals and medical centers in the world. The Company is committed to providing the type of education and transparency patients deserve and quality of product that clinicians expect. \nThe hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. While it’s undoubtedly tough to create community while the world is virtual\, this will be a strategic session that seeks to support authentic opportunities for professional growth. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role\, and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nLizMarie Palomo is a cannabis creative\, advocate\, and industry professional with a history in operations\, logistics\, event planning\, and management. She started in the cannabis industry over three years ago as a patient care consultant and events specialist and now leads operations at Columbia Care Chicago as the General Manager. She works to create a work environment that promotes accountability\, innovation\, individual growth\, and accessibility in turn creating a great atmosphere for team members and clients alike. Overall\, her work aims to make the cannabis industry and all communities more inclusive and sustainable for the disenfranchised\, especially women of color.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-5/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210412T172156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T172156Z
UID:1311-1618945200-1618952400@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:Weed Girls: A 420 Limited Capacity Event
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US AT THIS FEMME FORWARD 4/20 CELEBRATION. \nForget the typical boys version of celebrating 420 and join us for this LUX AF event. We’ve partnered up with The Davis Theatre to bring you this one-of-a-kind cannabis-inspired evening of fun\, femme\, and community. Check out the Beboe table and learn about social dosing\, their Inspire and Downtime vapes and pastilles\, and more! \nStarting at 7pm\, April 20th\, 2021 we will mix and mingle in the Carbon Arc bar. Spend an hour getting to socially distance hang with other like minded humans\, like Canna Bella Lux founder Tiffany Woodman (The Canna Bella). We’ll move to the theatre and watch “Mean Girls”. Make sure to get your popcorn\, snacks\, and drinks from concession\, find seats\, and enjoy the North Shore inspired classic. \nHow much fun will be had? The limit does not exist. \nYour ticket includes: \n(1) Movie Ticket for “Mean Girls” on 4/20\n(1) hour to mix + mingle\n(1) Swag Bag with cones from Canna Bella Lux\, Popcorn from The Davis Theatre\, and Beboe swag!!\n(1) Complimentary drink from Carbon Arc\n \nTHINGS TO NOTE: \n\nTickets will be automatically emailed when purchased\nCarbon Arc will be drinks only\, no food being served.\nThe concessions stand WILL BE OPEN so popcorn\, candy\, and soda/pop are available!\nNO CONSUMPTION ON SITE.\nCOVID -19 SAFETY RULES/SOCIAL DISTANCING APPLY.\nMASKS REQUIRED.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/weed-girls-a-420-limited-capacity-event/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210130T202929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T205554Z
UID:1266-1613847600-1613854800@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:Black History Month Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Norml Annual Black History Month Mixer\nIn Partnership with Illinois Women in Cannabis \nJoin us for collaborations\, connections\, and cannabis conversations.\nGuided Networking Sessions with IWC’s Executive Director\, Amor Montes de Oca \nIWC Members save 10% off registration with code CNIWCBHM \nDetails TBA
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/black-history-month-mixer/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20210130T210950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T025200Z
UID:1267-1613646000-1613649600@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, moderated by our guest speaker\, Mykel Selph\, VP of Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) at Cresco Labs. \nThe hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. While it’s undoubtedly tough to create community while the world is virtual\, this will be a strategic session that seeks to support authentic opportunities for professional growth. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nMykel Selph is the Vice President of the Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) at Cresco Labs. Under her leadership\, the Cresco Labs SEED Initiative builds relationships with community stakeholders and executes programming to meet the needs of the community. She also serve sat the organization’s cultural subject matter expert\, providing recommendations to various departments on social equity\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. Additionally\, she represents SEED serving on social equity and DEI task forces throughout the United States. \nColleagues describe Mykel Selph as a progressive\, driven\, down-to-earth\, strategic\, and analytical expert who can be relied on to offer superior solutions that deliver profitable results on time and under budget.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-4/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20201222T195255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T025041Z
UID:1223-1611140400-1611144000@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, moderated by our guest speaker\, Shawnee Williams is the co-founder at Illinois Equity Staffing\, a minority\, disabled and woman-owned business based in Chicago\, that supports the cannabis industry in education\, job placement\, human resources\, payroll and social equity & diversity compliance. \nThe hour-long networking session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. While it’s undoubtedly tough to create community while the world is virtual\, this will be a strategic session that seeks to support authentic opportunities for professional growth. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nShawnee Williams is the co-founder at Illinois Equity Staffing\, a minority\, disabled and woman-owned business based in Chicago\, that supports the cannabis industry in education\, job placement\, human resources\, payroll and social equity & diversity compliance. Shawnee and her business partner Lynette Johnson founded Illinois Equity Staffing because they understood the barriers to entry for lower and middle class people\, minorities and women in the cannabis industry. Both women possess the Corporate America background\, meaning they understand the pain points of this population\, as they both grew up in disproportionately impacted areas and are minority women. It’s this perspective that has allowed Illinois Equity Staffing to bridge the gap and create a more equitable cannabis industry in Illinois. Shawnee works in cannabis education as a responsible vendor with Governor’s State University\, Joliet Junior College and Olive Harvey.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-3/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20201224T165830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201224T165830Z
UID:1229-1610647200-1610650800@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:ChiBizHub: Abriendo Puertas
DESCRIPTION:Join ChiBizHub’s Networking event featuring Illinois Women in Cannabis Executive Director\, Amor Montes de Oca as a guest speaker. \nAmor will share insights about her professional journey\, as well as actionable advice related to the Illinois Cannabis Industry. The session will help cultivate new connections within Chicago and focus on fostering continued connections in the small business and non-profit landscape.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/chibizhub-abriendo-puertas/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T064125
CREATED:20201207T214626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T215612Z
UID:1212-1608202800-1608206400@ilwomenincannabis.org
SUMMARY:IWC Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in a virtual networking session\, moderated by our guest speaker\, Rona Borre\, CEO\, Seed Talent\, a premier Chicago-based cannabis staffing and education firm. Rona will share her insights into Illinois’ talent market. The hour-long session is fully focused on building connection\, alignment\, and community among IWC members. While it’s undoubtedly tough to create community while the world is virtual\, this will be a strategic session that seeks to support authentic opportunities for professional growth. The session will include a post-event directory to promote continued connection. \nGroups will rotate every 15 minutes to keep the networking flowing. Networkers should have their intros ready: Name\, business\, or specialty\, or role and what business opportunities are you seeking. \nSince joining the human capital industry nearly 25 years ago\, Rona has become a nationally recognized leader in the talent space. She specializes in working closely within emerging and high-growth markets alongside both startup organizations and well-established enterprises to create end-to-end recruiting strategies that identify teams and leaders who drive innovation. Her firm Instant Alliance founded in 2001 continues to be a pioneer in the technology space. \nAs a long-standing leader in Chicago\, Rona is actively involved with the Economic Club of Chicago\, the Young Presidents Organization\, and The Chicago Network. She has also been featured in Crain’s Chicago\, CNBC\, CNN\, CBS 2 Chicago\, and USA Today as an expert in talent markets and supporting new industry verticals. \nShe was recently honored as the Enterprising Woman of the Year by Enterprising Women Magazine and was named an Influential Woman in Business by The Business Ledger. \nRona founded Seed Talent to bring her decades of experience driving innovation through talent strategies to the ever-evolving cannabis industry.
URL:https://ilwomenincannabis.org/event/iwc-monthly-networking-session-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Networking
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