Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - 2:00-3:00pm

Lessons from the Field: Local Cannabis Regulations in Practice

No two Minnesota cities are implementing cannabis business rules the same way—and that’s creating both opportunity and confusion for applicants trying to launch. In this follow-up to our zoning and permitting 101 session, we’ll go beyond the basics to examine how local cannabis regulations are actually playing out in real time.

Join Blunt Strategies, Canna Advisors, and Hellmuth & Johnson for a dynamic panel conversation on:

• Which cities and counties are setting up thoughtful, efficient cannabis approval processes—and which aren’t

• Common friction points like setbacks, CUP/IUP requirements, and public hearings

• Lessons learned from both successful and stalled applications

• How to read between the lines of a city’s “openness” to cannabis businesses

• How to approach engagement with local officials in a way that builds trust without compromising your strategy

We’ll share side-by-side comparisons, real-world examples, and practical advice from across the state. If you want to be proactive—not reactive—about local regulation, don’t miss this one.