About us
Welcome to the Cannabis Entrepreneurs and Investors Meetup — EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
As a FREE member, you'll gain access to networking and educational opportunities through national cannabis-related conferences, expos, festivals, private events, and webinars.
Our community includes professionals from every corner of the cannabis industry: medical cannabis, adult-use recreational markets, hemp, and the product and service businesses that support them.
You'll connect with industry pros, entrepreneurs, investors, dispensary owners and managers, techies, product gurus, medical professionals, and many other business leaders.
Sign up with your email to get updates on upcoming events and access our archive of 200+ past events. If you have questions or want to co-host an event, please message me.
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We look forward to connecting with you!
Cheers!
Catherine M. Zito, Your Meetup Host
CEO, Cannabis Business Solutions, Inc. (Payments & Banking)
Organizer of 3 Meetups with 6,600+ Members
🌿 Cannabis Entrepreneurs & Investors
🌿 West Coast Cannabis Network
🌿 Colorado Cannabis Network
Upcoming events
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Pennsylvania Cannabis Convention, Philadelphia, PA Tickets starting at $20+
Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, USAn educational, networking, and business resource for the Pennsylvania medical cannabis community and industry. Learn from experts, meet industry leaders, and grow your network. The 2026 PACC Expo will feature PA growers, dispensaries, brands, advocacy groups, ancillary businesses, and robust educational programming focused on the future of cannabis in Pennsylvania.
What: The Pennsylvania Cannabis Convention
Hosts: NECANN (New England Cannabis Convention) + PACC (Pennsylvania Cannabis Convention)
When: April 17-18, 2026. Fri: 12pm-9pm | Sat: 10am-5pm ET
Where: Pennsylvania Convention Center | 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Tickets: Tickets starting at $20. Patients attend for free! Buy/Register Today!
Updates: RSVP in this Meetup for events updates with no obligation.Sponsorships - Interested in a booth or sponsor opportunity? Contact Catherine Zito for specials at cz@catherinezito.com
Thanks for supporting our three cannabis Meetup groups with 6,600+ members! Cannabis Entrepreneurs & Investors, West Coast Cannabis Network and Colorado Cannabis Network
Meet your host, Celebrating 9 years as your host, promoting 200+ successful events, Catherine M. Zito is the CEO of Cannabis Business Solutions, Inc. and the organizer of the largest national cannabis and hemp networking groups, with over 6,600 members across the U.S.
CBS provides payment processing and banking solutions for adult-use and medical cannabis dispensaries, hemp-related products, smoke shops and ancillary businesses. Visit Cannabis Business Solutions or message (813) 486-2416.
19 attendees
420 Gulf Coast Canna Health Festival, Mississippi
Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Road, Pascagoula, MS, US🔥 A Great 420 Event! Celebrate 420 on the Mississippi Gulf Coast with a lively weekend of cannabis education, wellness, and community. Connect with cannabis advocates, health professionals, and industry insiders while exploring vendor exhibits, learning about medical cannabis, and enjoying live music, food trucks, giveaways, and more.
Whether you're curious about cannabis health benefits or looking to network with others in the growing industry, this event offers a fun and welcoming 420 experience.🌿 Event: 420 Gulf Coast MS Canna Health Festival
📅 Date: April 18–19, 2026
⏰ Times: Saturday: 10:00AM – 7:00PM and Sunday: 11:00AM – 6:00PM
⚠️ Note: These are the correct event times, as Meetup may display a default time for EST.
📍 Location: Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Rd
Pascagoula, MS 39567
💵 Cost: General Admission: $20/day–$30/weekend pass + Eventbrite fees
Vendor booths and sponsorship opportunities available. Buy Tickets!
🌿 Host: Herbals 2 Health LLCThanks for supporting our three cannabis Meetup groups with 6,000+ members! Cannabis Entrepreneurs & Investors, West Coast Cannabis Network and Colorado Cannabis Network
Meet your host, Celebrating 9 years as your host, promoting 200+ successful events, Catherine M. Zito is the CEO of Cannabis Business Solutions, Inc. and the organizer of the largest national cannabis and hemp networking groups, with over 6,000 members across the U.S.
CBS provides payment processing and banking solutions for adult-use and medical cannabis dispensaries, hemp-related products, smoke shops and ancillary businesses. Visit Cannabis Business Solutions or message (813) 486-2416.
8 attendees
Cannabis Market Spotlight: Cincinnati, OH by Igniteit – 20% Off Special
The Westin Cincinnati, 21 E 5th St, Cincinnati, OH, US📣 Join Us at Market Spotlight: Ohio Valley!
A high-impact, one-day cannabis industry event for professionals ready to grow, connect, and thrive in Ohio’s fast-evolving market.📍 Highlights
- A focused networking and education experience bringing together key operators, decision-makers, and thought leaders across Ohio’s cannabis market.
Whether you’re an operator, investor, or service provider, you’ll:
- Forge meaningful connections with dispensaries, brands, and industry professionals.
- Gain expert insights on market dynamics, regulatory shifts, challenges, and growth strategies for 2026 and beyond.
What: Cannabis Market Spotlight Ohio, hosted by Igniteit
When: Thursday, April 30, 2026
8AM-5PM | Cocktail Reception 5PM-6PM
Where: Westin Cincinnati Downtown by Marriott, 21 E 5th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Attendees: Industry leaders, founders, operators, investors, and C-suite executives shaping the Ohio Valley cannabis market.
Tickets: Rec. 20% off with code CBS20. Register today!
Get updates: RSVP in this Meetup for event updates with no obligation.Exhibit Specials - Interested in a booth or sponsor opportunity? Contact Catherine M.Zito at cz@catherinezito.com
Thanks for supporting our three cannabis Meetup groups with 6,000+ members! Cannabis Entrepreneurs & Investors, West Coast Cannabis Network and Colorado Cannabis Network
Meet your host, Celebrating 9 years as your host, promoting 200+ successful events, Catherine M. Zito is the CEO of Cannabis Business Solutions, Inc. and the organizer of the largest national cannabis and hemp networking groups, with over 6,000 members across the U.S.
CBS provides payment processing and banking solutions for adult-use and medical cannabis dispensaries, hemp-related products, and ancillary businesses. Visit Cannabis Business Solutions or message (813) 486-2416.
13 attendees
MJ Unpacked-Hard Rock Hotel: B2B Cannabis Conference, Atlantic City – 20% Off!
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ, USMJ Unpacked Atlantic City is the B2B cannabis conference, bringing together executives, founders, operators, investors, retailers, brands, and cultivators for three days of curated content, networking, and an immersive Experience Hall. Discover the latest innovations, gain market insights, and build partnerships that fuel national growth.
Attendance is open to licensed cannabis executives at the manager level and above, researchers, healthcare providers, licensed testing labs, and investors.
Who’s Going:
- Retailers
- Verticals
- THC CPG Brands
- Manufacturers
- Producer/Processor
- Cultivators
- Wholesale / Distributor
- Delivery / Distributor (B2C)
- Consumption Lounge
- Accredited Investors
- Research / Healthcare Providers / Licensed Testing Labs
- Budtenders and aspiring managers are welcome on Thursday, May 7
Highlights
- Best-in-class networking with the largest cannabis license holders in the U.S.
- Experience Hall featuring leading exhibitors and emerging B2B trends
- Curated conference sessions with investor insights and cutting-edge research
- Welcome mixer, networking lunches and receptions + the exciting MJU Cup Awards
- Join your Meetup host, Catherine M. Zito, who will be attending this event as a sponsor. Message through this Meetup and explore the event together
What: MJ Unpacked Atlantic City
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Hotel group rate only $89.00 night
When: May 5 to 7, 2026 (Agenda and times shown in EST)
Ticket Options: View show passes and costs
Registration: Save 20% with promo code CBS20. Register today! Lock in early bird and advance rates before 4/11/26. Adults 21+.
Sponsor & Exhibit Opportunities: Discover sponsorship and exhibit options featured in the Experience Hall. More info text (813) 486-2416.
Host: Thanks to Kim Jage, Co‑Founder and CMO of MJ Unpacked, for providing our members a 20% discount!Thanks for supporting our three cannabis Meetup groups with 6,000+ members! Cannabis Entrepreneurs & Investors, West Coast Cannabis Network and Colorado Cannabis Network
Meet your host, Celebrating 10 years as your host, promoting 200+ successful events, Catherine M. Zito is the CEO of Cannabis Business Solutions, Inc. and the organizer of the largest national cannabis and hemp networking groups, with over 6,000 members across the U.S.
CBS provides payment processing and banking solutions for adult-use and medical cannabis dispensaries, hemp-related products, and ancillary cannabis businesses. Visit Cannabis Business Solutions or message (813) 486-2416.
17 attendees
Past events
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