In early December, more than 400 key members of the region’s cannabis industry gathered for an immersive day of learning, informative panels, and meaningful interaction. Derek once again assembled an array of experienced professionals who shared exclusive insights into the latest cannabis tech, market trends, and best practices.

The event included powerful keynotes from industry experts, fireside chats, and panels that covered topics ranging from creating strong strategic partnerships to how to collectively win in an ever-evolving industry. A special update from the executive director of Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency was a highlight of the day. Attendees also experienced ample opportunities for networking during the 1:1 speed networking session and an afterglow reception.

Thanks to presenting sponsors LeafLink and Dutchie, along with dozens of other supportive sponsors, our 5th Power Connections in the Cannabis Industry event was an outstanding success.

See more about our event from DBUSINESS Magazine. 

Brian Hanna

Executive Director, Cannabis Regulatory Agency

Derek Dickow

Event Host, Power Connector

Raymond Abro

COO, JARS Cannabis

Nowfal Akash

Chief Information Officer, Breeze

Mike Bahoura

Founder and Principal Attorney, Bahoura Law

Mike DiLaura

Chief Corporate Officer, House of Dank

Michael Elias

Co-founder and CEO, Common Citizen

Mayor James R.

Fouts

City of Warren

Travis Harrison

CRO, NOXX Cannabis

Charlie Langton 

Reporter & Anchor, FOX 2 Detroit

Tom Lauzon

Vice President of Business Development, PharmaCann

Taryn Leib

Director of Human Resources, Trucenta

Joe Lyons

Vice President Commercial Lines Underwriting, Conifer Insurance Company.

John McLeod

Co-Founder & Head of New Markets, Cloud Cannabis

Claire Moloney

VP, Business Operations, LeafLink

Chris Ostrowski

Founding member and CTO, Dutchie

Rudy Patros

Owner and President, Securatech

Doug Rodewald

Head of Payments, Dutchie

Jessica Savaya

Vice President, URB & Gans Cannabis

Jeff Sloan

Founder and CEO, StartupNation, LLC.

Andrew Thompson

Founder & CEO, Teamployer

GIVING BACK

“For the third time, Derek has included a fundraising component for The Children’s Foundation at one of his successful networking events. It is leaders in the community like him who truly make a difference,” stated Andrew Stein, President & CEO of The Children’s Foundation. “On behalf of The Foundation, I am grateful to Derek and each individual who joined and made a generous gift. These dollars will support important projects and programs that help the children and families of our community.”