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CVCAN to Host Panel Discussion on California Cannabis Testing Standards

News from: The Coachella Valley Cannabis Alliance Network:

The Coachella Valley Cannabis Alliance Network (CVCAN) presents:
Testing, Testing, Testing: Panel Discussion on California Cannabis Testing Standards

Date: September 27, 2024, 5:30pm to 8:30pm PST
Location: The Mizell Center, 480 S Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, California

CONTACT: Scott Rusczyk at [email protected] with any questions or inquiries.

In light of the recent LA Times investigative journalism piece and related follow ups questioning the safety of legal cannabis products in California, testing requirements and the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC), CVCAN is bringing together representatives from labs, cultivators and manufacturers in the Coachella Valley to have an open and honest discussion about these and related issues.

Our Panel includes:

  • Angie Macaraeg & Evelyn Alvarez – VP of Sales & Marketing & Quality Assurance Director – Encore Labs (Testing & Data Analysis)
  • Gor Chailyan – PhD, Co-Founder and CEO Datamindz (Testing & Data Analysis)
  • Kenneth Churchill – CEO, West Coast Cannabis Club (Cultivation & Retail)
  • Larry Lorin – Co-Owner of The MicroBuddery (Manufacturing & Retail)
  • Mike Kelly – Owner of Falcon Brands and Big Cloudz Dispensary (Retail)
  • David Bernard – COO of c4 Industry (Cultivation & Manufacturing)
  • KC Santana, Brand impact catalyst & Founder at Chiefah Entertainment, Moderator

Join us on September 27th as we discuss and exchange thoughts and ideas related to the challenges faced by laboratories as well as brand owners due to DCC testing standards and regulations.

Scott Rusczyk, President of CVCAN stated “We are very excited about the subject matter of this event as we believe it is a timely topic worthy of exploration. The panel is a great cross section of experts with first-hand knowledge and experience and we anticipate a robust exchange of ideas and best practices.”

Tickets are free for CVCAN members and $20 for non-members. Registration is required as due to limited space at the following link – https://cvcan.wildapricot.org/event-5851015
An after party will be held for further networking into the evening at the Double Eye Dispensary & Lounge in Cathedral City. Please contact Scott Rusczyk at [email protected] with any questions or media inquiries.