Course Description

Join us for a webinar that will simplify the intricate world of cannabis laws in the United States. With the industry rapidly changing weekly, keeping up-to-date with legal updates is crucial for businesses, investors and advocates. During this one-hour session, attendees will understand the critical aspects affecting the cannabis sector, including the SAFE Banking Act, SAFER Banking Act and state level rules. We will also dive into the discussion on cannabis legalization and its potential effects on the industry.

This webinar is a must for anyone seeking a grasp of the frameworks influencing the cannabis field. Whether you are a seasoned banking professional or new to this area, this event promises insights and practical advice for navigating through complex legal matters.

Key Takeaways

  • Understand what the SAFE and SAFER Banking Acts entail, the advantages, and where they currently stand in Congress.
  • Examine how diverse state level cannabis regulations impact businesses operating in regions.
  • Grasp the conversation about cannabis legalization and how it could shape the industry's future.
  • Discover tactics for navigating the regulatory challenges within the cannabis sector focusing on compliance and risk mitigation.


This event is intended for:

  • Compliance and BSA Officers
  • Chief Risk Officers
  • Risk Managers
  • Retail Banking Executives
  • Small Business Bankers
  • Cannabis Bankers
  • Branch Managers
  • Executives and Board of Directors

Instructor(s)

Michael Beird

Founding Partner - ACBA

Michael co-founded the ACBA after spending over a decade building BankersHub, the leading online education platform in financial services, in order to bring nationally renowned speakers to smaller financial institutions, community banks and credit unions through webinars, on-demand certifications and live-streaming from conferences and conventions. BankersHub launched the industry's first Cannabis Banking Professional certification in 2020 and is now leading the effort to bridge education and compliance between these two heavily regulated industries with the launch of InfusedBanking.com