TV PERSONALITY, RAPPER & FOUNDER OF BIG NARSTIE MEDICAL

Big Narstie, is a British MC, rapper, television presenter, and founder of Big Narstie Medical. As a solo artist, Big Narstie released several mixtapes, with his EP "#PAIN," released in 2012, which reached number five on the iTunes UK Hip Hop chart, earning him the Urban Music Award for Best Grime Act that year. In 2018, he expanded into television with "The Big Narstie Show" on Channel 4, a late-night chat show blending comedy, music, and guest interviews. Beyond entertainment, Big Narstie founded Big Narstie Medical, a medical cannabis company aiming to make a positive impact on people's lives through medicinal cannabis.

CEO & EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, AURORA CANNABIS INC

Miguel’s career spans nearly 30 years in consumer-packaged goods, covering various regulated categories and fast-moving markets. Miguel’s strength is in building winning teams in sales, marketing and operations, and he has a deep understanding of navigating regulated markets including tobacco, alcohol and cannabis. Miguel’s distinguished career is anchored by his success in global expansion and sales excellence. Miguel joined Aurora from Reliva, a leading CBD company in the U.S., where he served as President and CEO. Aurora acquired Reliva in 2020. Prior to Reliva, Miguel served as President and General Manager of Logic Technology, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of electronic cigarettes. Under his leadership, Logic was launched in over 38 countries, securing leading global market share which poised the company for a successful acquisition. He also served as Senior Vice-President and General Manager of Altria Sales & Distribution, one of the largest producers and marketers of tobacco, cigarettes and related products globally. While in that role, Miguel led the sales organization responsible for Philip Morris USA, UST and John Middleton. Miguel holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Vermont.

MANAGING PARTNER/MANAGING DIRECTOR, FOUR 20 PHARMA GMBH

Torsten Greif is the Managing Director and Co-Founder of Four 20 Pharma GmbH, a leading German medical cannabis company. With a background in international business and an MBA in Corporate Strategy, Greif began his career in insurance and consulting before launching ventures in real estate, renewable energy, and consumer products. In 2018, he co-founded Four 20 Pharma, which quickly rose to prominence in the European cannabis market and later partnered with Curaleaf Holdings to expand its global reach.

CHAIRMAN, UNION OF COFFEESHOP RETAILERS

Simone is the chairman of the Union of coffeeshop retailers in the Netherlands, working at the national and international level to advance regulation of cannabis and to professionalize the emerging industry. She is ons of the key figures who advocates on the legalization on a European level.

CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER, FLUENT / CANSORTIUM

David Vautrin is a seasoned consumer products executive with deep leadership experience in the food, beverage, fitness, and cannabis industries. Based in Manhattan, he has been involved with cannabis ventures across California, Oregon, Florida, Pennsylvania, and New York. He began his cannabis career in California as President of CR Brands at CannaRoyalty, where he helped build and fund a vertically integrated, multistate platform that was acquired by Cresco Labs in 2020. In 2022, he returned to New York to launch The Travel Agency, now the state’s top-performing cannabis retail brand, with four Manhattan locations. Vautrin later joined RIV Capital as Chief Retail Officer and Interim CEO, where he led the rollout of adult-use dispensaries and supported the company’s 2024 merger with Cansortium. Today, as Chief Commercial Officer at Cansortium, he oversees retail operations enterprise -wide under the FLUENT banner, managing over 375 employees while leading training and supporting marketing efforts. A recognized leader in New York’s cannabis space, Vautrin regularly speaks at industry events and will serve as an adjunct professor at LIM College in fall 2025. Prior to his work in cannabis, he held senior roles in top CPG companies, served on multiple boards, and chaired a nonprofit organization.

CO-FOUNDER, MARY JANE BERLIN

Nhung will talk about the first-ever B2B day, and Mary Jane Berlin’s mission and vision for the future.

CEO, HIGH TIDE INC

Raj Grover is one of Canada’s foremost business strategists and deal-makers who founded High Tide and its subsidiaries, Valiant Distribution, Canna Cabana, and also co-founded Famous Brandz. Under his leadership, High Tide has grown from a small shop of 2 employees into Canada’s largest non-franchised cannabis retailer with over 160 locations and 1,500 team members globally. Raj has also expanded High Tide’s online reach in the ancillary cannabis space across North America and Europe.

PRESIDENT, ROYAL QUEEN SEEDS

Shai Ramsahai is a cannabis industry veteran and entrepreneur who grew up with Royal Queen Seeds (RQS) and uses his intimate knowledge to guide the company’s international expansion. As the son of RQS Founder Boy Ramsahai, Shai has worn many hats at the company, starting as a seed packager and working his way up through roles such as sales representative, online ordering support, European sales team manager and, ultimately, president. Shai now heads RQS and oversees its global expansion, leveraging his insight into diverse business cultures and mentalities to negotiate strategic partnerships and lead international RQS management teams.

CO-FOUNDER & CEO, CANSATIVA

Benedikt Sons is co-founder, managing director and CEO of Cansativa Group. Before founding the company Benedikt studied industrial engineering and management at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the University of California San Diego (UCSD). Benedikt is a pioneer in building new business models and in taking them to scale.

CEO, CANNAMEDICAL

As the founder and CEO of Semdor Group, David plays a crucial role in propelling the company's growth, shaping its ongoing vision, and enhancing its organizational structure. His main focus is on cultivating strategic partnerships worldwide and identifying growth opportunities. David is accountable for overseeing all facets of organizational management, steering corporate market strategy, managing regulatory affairs, and nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit across the company.

CO-FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR, STORZ & BICKEL

Jürgen Bickel is the Managing Director and Co-Founder of STORZ & BICKEL GmbH, a manufacturer of premium, high-quality, and certified vaporizers. He holds a degree in civil engineering. Prior to his career in the cannabis industry, he acted as an international development worker in Peru, where he was involved in a development project for drinking water supply and wastewater treatment in different cities like Chiclayo, Ayacucho, and Tumbes. In 2002, Jürgen Bickel and Markus Storz founded STORZ & BICKEL in Tuttlingen, Germany. Together, they established a rapidly growing, international business with highly demanded products. STORZ & BICKEL is the market leader in premium vaporizers and renowned for their high-quality products. In 2009, the company obtained their license as a medical device manufacturer and later introduced the world’s first medical cannabis vaporizers, the VOLCANO MEDIC, and the MIGHTY MEDIC. In doing so, they provided the only validated application method for the administration of cannabis flowers, which was crucial for the overall acceptance of cannabis as medicine.

PRESIDENT, GLOBAL MEDICAL CANNABIS, VILLAGE FARMS INTERNATIONAL

Paul currently serves as President of Village Farms International’s Global Medical Cannabis division, bringing a depth of experience in strategic planning and business development in regulated cannabis markets. He previously served as Senior Vice President of Strategy for the company, developing and supporting new market entry strategies.

In previous roles as Vice President of Operations, and Interim President and Chief Executive Officer at the Société Quebecoise du Cannabis (SQDC), Paul was responsible for implementing operations infrastructure for the new provincial corporation at the beginning of cannabis legalization in 2018. His contributions lead to the establishment of a high performing, operationally disciplined organization, growing the SQDC to 90 dispensaries, over 1000 employees, and generating over $1 billion in economic benefits at the provincial and federal level. Prior to his cannabis-specific roles, Paul was the Director of Business Development for British American Tobacco Canada, where he was responsible for improving the organization’s performance and competitiveness. The ambiguity and complexity of a completely new and highly regulated industry is what originally attracted Paul to the cannabis sector. He is hyper-focused on creating winning scenarios for his team, partners, and stakeholders, as he continues to pursue Village Farms’ recognition and performance on a global scale.

CEO, DR ANSAY LTD

Dr. jur Can Ansay is a serial social tech entrepreneur from Germany. In 2018 he founded the eHealth company DrAnsay.com for online sick notes in Germany and France with big media coverage and over 1.000.000 users ever since. He introduced all relevant innovations for online cannabis on prescription in Germany to create what is now the world's largest legal cannabis market: the prescription by questionnaire without a doctor's visit.

MANAGING PARTNER, CASA VERDE

Karan is an experienced finance professional and investor, as well as an advisor for several young companies. Spending over a decade in Asia as a senior executive with Goldman Sachs and Nomura, he has had significant international experience. Karan holds a BA in Finance from Babson College.nal network for women and cannabis.

MANAGING PARTNER & CEO, ENUA PHARMA GMBH

Albert Christian Schwarzmeier is the Managing Partner and CEO of enua Pharma GmbH, one of Germany’s top 3 medical cannabis manufacturers and distributors. Since taking on the role in 2023, Albert has driven enua’s impressive and profitable growth trajectory: In May 2025 alone, enua achieved record monthly sales of 1.5 metric tons of medical cannabis and generated over 6m EUR in revenue. enua has secured its position among the top three medical cannabis manufacturers in Germany, supplying over 1.050 partner pharmacies in the country. enua forecasts a revenue of 75m EUR for 2025 with a 20% EBITDA margin.

LIFE SCIENCES REGULATION LEGAL COUNSEL, FIELDFISHER LLP

Robert Jappie is a Partner at Fieldfisher LLP. He specialises in Life Sciences Regulation for the UK and Europe, providing advice and representation to a range of nascent industries in the Life Sciences sector. Robert advises businesses operating in highly regulated industries across the Life Sciences sector, with a particular focus on Healthcare, Plant-Based Therapies, Vaping, Food/Agri-Tech and Regulated Substances. His practice focuses on Risk and Regulatory intervention, and he regularly advises clients on matters of cross-border regulatory compliance and enforcement. Robert has represented new and established clients across the Life Sciences sector on high-profile cases involving litigation, internal investigations and public policy matters. He is considered the leading legal authority on Cannabis regulation in the UK.

FOUNDER & CEO, ORA PHARM LTD

Zoë Reece is an Engineer with an extensive background in the mining, quarry, and construction sectors across New Zealand, Australia, and the United States. She has also emerged as a transformative leader in the global medicinal cannabis industry. In her role as Director of Engineering at Curaleaf, Zoë spearheaded the design, planning, construction, and launch of over 80 operational facilities within a span of two years, solidifying Curaleaf's position as the largest cannabis company in the United States. Inspired by compelling patient stories, Zoë returned to New Zealand to channel her passion into founding Ora Pharm—a medicinal cannabis start-up where she now serves as CEO. Under her leadership, Ora Pharm has broken barriers as the first New Zealand-based medicinal cannabis company to expand overseas. Zoë’s strategic vision has propelled the company to achieve remarkable milestones, including securing a Callaghan Innovation R&D grant to advance cutting-edge cultivation techniques. Zoë Reece’s innovative approach and leadership continue to position Ora Pharm as a global contender in the medicinal cannabis sector, proudly representing New Zealand’s ingenuity and excellence on the international stage.

MANAGING DIRECTOR, REMEXIAN PHARMA GMBH

Francesco Baganz is the Managing Director of Remexian Pharma GmbH, a German pharmaceutical company specializing in medical cannabis. With a background in business development and management across the healthcare and food industries, he has held leadership roles at companies like INOPHA and jameda. He studied Business Administration, Process Management, and Law, and now leads Remexian with a focus on quality, sustainability, and compliance with EU GMP and GDP standards.

SECRETARY NGO, ENCOD (EUROPEAN COALITION FOR JUST AND EFFECTIVE DRUG POLICIES)

Ana is responsible for political and social advocacy at ConFAC (Confederation of Cannabis Social Clubs in Spain) and is Secretary of ENCOD (European Coalition for Just and Effective Drug Policies). Also, she recently started a collaboration with RdR LAB in the Harm Reduction scope. Her professional career began in 2009 in a pioneer club, La MACA Barcelona. She currently promotes the Cannabis Social Club model in international and national policy forums advocating for people-centered drug policies, such as the Commission on Narcotic Drugs of the United Nations. Her recent publications include the European Guidelines for Cannabis Social Clubs. Ana collaborates with German stakeholders in the political and social fields to share the experience of Spanish clubs in the framework of the CanG. In this context, Ana has participated in seminars and publications, such as 11. Alternativer Drogen-und Suchtbericht 2024 of AKZEPT.

SPOKESPERSON FOR DRUG POLICY, GRÜNE FACTION

Vasili Franco was directly elected to the House of Representatives for the first time in 2021, representing Friedrichshain (constituency 5). He was born in St. Petersburg in 1992, grew up in Freiburg, and joined the Green Party in 2009. He studied in Berlin, where he completed his master's degree in public administration law. Before joining the House of Representatives, he worked as a research assistant in the Bundestag.

MANAGING PARTNER & CEO, ENUA

Albert Christian Schwarzmeier is the CEO and Managing Partner of Enua Pharma GmbH, a Cologne-based medical cannabis company. Since joining Enua in late 2023, Schwarzmeier has led the company to significant growth, expanding its pharmacy network to over 1,000 partners and increasing its product portfolio from 7 to 31 cannabis varieties. Under his leadership, Enua achieved a €50 million annual revenue run rate in 2024, capturing over 10% of the German medical cannabis market.

FOUNDER AND CO CEO, NABIS

Jun S. Lee is the Founder and Co-CEO of Nabis, the largest cannabis distributor and wholesale marketplace in the United States. A seasoned entrepreneur and software engineer, Jun leads Nabis’ operations across California, New York, and Nevada, overseeing partnerships, revenue, and capital strategies that power over 300 cannabis brands and thousands of licensed retailers.

FOUNDER & LEGAL ADVISOR, CANNABIS LAW ACADEMY

Aleksandra Vujinovic is an attorney specializing in cannabis law, as well as corporate and commercial law. She advises companies and investors on (inter)national transactions and is a Founder of the Cannabis Law Academy, where she teaches about the establishment and operation of cannabis clubs.

FOUNDER/CEO, GREENSUCCESS 1.0

Yuval Soiref is the CEO and co-founder of Green Success, a powerhouse behind some of the most disruptive cannabis brand launches in Europe. With operations active across Germany, the UK, Australia, and Canada, Soiref has already moved over 2 tons of Tyson 2.0 strains across the continent — currently dominating the medical market with 5 active strains and 2 new drops in play.

As the exclusive partner behind Tyson 2.0’s European rollout, Yuval has now geared up for the official launch of Cali X and Packs at Mary Jane Berlin 2025, bringing a new level of culture, street legacy, and premium flower into the white market.

Starting with PHCANN (NYSK), where he serves as a co-founder, Yuval have a reach to 18 tons of EU-GMP indoor capacity, later expanding into strategic supply partnerships across Israel, Portugal, Canada, and Thailand.

Green Success integrates compliance, cultivation, branding,marketing and telemedicine into a vertically orchestrated platform designed to scale both premium and affordable cannabis lines across multiple markets.

At Mary Jane Berlin, Yuval steps on stage not just as a speaker—but as one of the architects shaping Europe’s next-gen cannabis economy.

CO-FOUNDER & CEO, PROHIBITION PARTNERS

Stephen is Co-Founder & CEO of Prohibition Partners, a global leader in cannabis tech, data and media. Stephen is a highly regarded cannabis thought leader, who frequently contributes to Bloomberg, Financial Times and The Economist on the industry and is a regular public speaker, having presented at over 100 events including – SXSW and Adweek. He collaborates with investors, entrepreneurs and regulators to identify, qualify and maximize the opportunities in the global cannabis industry.

CHIEF OFFICER (COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT), ARUC

Mark Vella is a seasoned professional in the field of Cannabis and Pharmaceutical Industries with over fifteen years of experience combined. He has a strong background in project management, site validation, process validation, licensing, and setting up efficient operations. Between January 2020 and May 2023, as the Managing Director of Panaxia Pharmaceutical (Operations) LTD, Mark successfully built the Company from the ground up. He oversaw crucial aspects such as project management, installation of critical equipment, process validation, licensing, and overall setup of the operations: from extractions of cannabis oils and distillates to laboratory testing and supply chain related activities. Since June 2023, Mark is serving as the Chief Officer (Compliance and Enforcement) at the Authority for the Responsible Use of Cannabis (ARUC) , where he oversees and ensures responsible use of cannabis and enforcing sector regulations and directives. He brings his expertise in the sector to develop and implement and develop effective compliance and enforcement strategies.

SENIOR ANALYST, PROHIBITION PARTNERS

Alex Khourdaji is a Senior Analyst at Prohibition Partners, specializing in the European and German cannabis markets. Since joining the cannabis industry in 2020, he has authored key industry reports, including Prohibition Partners' European, Global, and German Cannabis Reports, offering in-depth analysis of market trends and regulatory developments. Before entering the cannabis sector, he worked in Corporate Finance, specializing in mergers and acquisitions in the food & beverage and financial institution sectors, primarily within the DACH region.

MANAGING DIRECTOR, SEEDSMAN

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Tom Has been involved in the cannabis industry since leaving university in 2002, when he set up Seedsman – a UK based seed bank. Seedsman has been instrumental in the marketing and distribution of several innovations in the cannabis seed industry from auto-flowering to CBD genetics, and constantly has an eye on the future of the industry and new product development. Seedsman, and its B2B brand Tiger One, now operate with distribution hubs in the US, Spain, UK and South Africa.

RDR LAB

In 2010, Patricia founded the Cannabis Social Club (CSC) Pachamama, being an active member of the Board of Directors until 2024. I co-founded CatFAC (Federation of Cannabis Associations of Catalonia) in 2011 and presided over it from 2016 to 2024. I have worked as a cannabis technician in the Barcelona City Drug Table and in developing the Barcelona Drug Action Plan 2017-2020. Patricia advocated for the social club model for users as a safe access model and harm reduction strategy in the Catalan Parliament during the legislative process of the ILP LAW 13/2017, of July 6, on cannabis consumer associations.

PRESIDENT, ASDA CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Deepak Anand is a globally recognised cannabis industry expert and the Principal of British Columbia–based ASDA Consultancy Services, a strategic advisory firm working with clients across the legal cannabis value chain. With over a decade of experience navigating the intersection of policy, regulation, and business development, Deepak has advised governments, large CPGs, and multinational tobacco companies on cannabis strategy, compliance, and market entry.

He has played a pivotal role in shaping cannabis regulations in Canada and internationally, including active involvement in government consultations and the formation of industry associations.

FOUNDER, MJ UNIVERSE

Lisa is active in the cannabis industry since 2017. In July 2018, she founded MJ_UNIVERSE GmbH, a publisher of digital products (e.g. Krautinvest.de) and a collaborative network to connect companies along the value chain of hemp & cannabis.

Lisa is a founding member and part of the board of the German industry association BvCW e.V. and responsible for the representation of the Technology, Commerce and Ancillary Services branch (THD, short for Technik, Handel und Dienstleistungen).

PARTNER, FIELDFISHER

Robert Jappie is a Partner at Fieldfisher LLP. He specialises in Life Sciences Regulation for the UK and Europe, providing advice and representation to a range of nascent industries in the Life Sciences sector.

Robert advises businesses operating in highly regulated industries across the Life Sciences sector, with a particular focus on Healthcare, Plant-Based Therapies, Vaping, Food/Agri-Tech and Regulated Substances. His practice focuses on Risk and Regulatory intervention, and he regularly advises clients on matters of cross-border regulatory compliance and enforcement.

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, CANNAREPORTER

With a degree in Journalism from the University of Coimbra, Laura Ramos has been a Journalist since 2000, having worked as a writer and reporter in several News Media, from the national television (RTP) to newspapers and magazines like Euronotícias, A Capital or Sábado. She was news correspondent for the daily newspaper “Jornal de Notícias” in Rome, Italy, in 2004 / 2005, where she did her post-graduation studies in Photography. Laura was later a Press Officer at the Ministry of Education in addition to creating the street-art photographic archive “Say What Lisbon?”. Laura is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the news website CannaReporter and Cannadouro Magazine, having directed the documentary “Patients”, on the users of medicinal cannabis, that was presented at the Health Commission at the Portuguese Parliament in 2018.

MANAGING DIRECTOR, ZUANIC & ASSOCIATES

Pablo Zuanic is a well known and highly rated equity analyst most recently following the cannabis and psychedelics sector. Over the past four years he launched coverage of over 35 companies (US MSOs, Canadian LPs, CBD, ancillary service providers), kept close track of sectoral trends globally, and followed the reform process in the US and Germany. Pablo is available for short term consulting and research advisory projects. Prior employers include JP Morgan, Barings, and Cantor Fitzgerald. He has a deep global background having covered stocks over the past 20 years in the US, Europe, LatAm, and Asia, across sub sectors. At various points in his career, Pablo was II ranked several times and called as expert witness in industry investigations. An MBA graduate of Harvard Business School, he started his career as a management consultant, which brings a strategic mindset to his approach to equity research. Born and raised in Chile, he lives with his family in New Jersey.

CEO, PHYTOFLOW GMBH

Stefan brings extensive expertise in cannabis industry analysis and market dynamics to his role as panel moderator. A true pioneer in the European cannabis space, Stefan obtained the first research license in Spain in 2012, positioning him at the forefront of the continent's cannabis development. With this deep understanding of the European cannabis landscape, Stefan has tracked the evolution of genetics programs across the continent and their impact on international markets.
As a seasoned industry professional, Stefan has witnessed firsthand how European seed banks and genetics companies have established themselves as leaders in innovation, quality, and market penetration. His analytical approach to market trends and regulatory developments provides valuable context for understanding the competitive advantages that European cannabis genetics hold in the global marketplace.
Stefan's moderation style focuses on extracting actionable insights from industry experts while ensuring discussions remain accessible to both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the cannabis genetics sector. His ability to bridge technical breeding concepts with commercial market realities makes him an ideal facilitator for this high-level panel discussion.

LAB TECHNICIAN, RdR LAB

Through life's twists and turns, and after more than 20 years of interaction with the cannabis plant in all its forms, I discovered the more therapeutic side of cannabis. It was 2012, and suddenly I began exploring therapeutic cannabis. Graduated as a Laboratory and Quality Control Technician. I completed my internship at Energy Control, a laboratory focused on the analysis and support of consumption and substances. Substances are not what they are, but what is done with them. In 2022, I began collaborating with Allora Labs, a lab specialized in cannabis, terpens and effects. Beside testing and research, I focused in trainings on the uses of cannabis, focusing on the composition of cannabis and the personal experiences of users. In 2023, I began collaborating with the Department of Health (Generalitat de Catalunya) educational programs on the composition and uses of cannabis. In 2024, I joined the RdR Lab team, a project focused on Risk Reduction and public policies based on substance use and addiction management applied to cannabis. In the new European regulatory landscape, I'm collaborating on projects for the standardization of cannabis extracts to meet the needs of the pharmaceutical market (Malta, Germany, Morocco, etc.), while also continuing my work with Allora Labs.

VICE PRESIDENT, SALES AND PARTNERSHIPS, MJBIZCON

Harrison Radie is a seasoned trade show executive with over 20 years of experience, currently focused on driving growth and innovation in the cannabis industry. At MJBizCon—the industry's largest cannabis business conference—he has played a key role in evolving the event by expanding partnerships and launching new show features like Weedmaps Village, The Vault, and the Manufacturer/Distribution Pavilion. These activations have helped strengthen MJBizCon’s position as a hub for cannabis professionals and innovators. Harrison brings a deep understanding of event strategy and industry collaboration, shaped by previous leadership roles at major trade shows including InfoComm and The NAMM Show. His work is dedicated to advancing the cannabis sector through meaningful connections and high-impact event experiences.

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