Tommy Chong Returns Home

We are thrilled to announce that Tommy Chong, legendary cannabis advocate, comedian, and actor, will be returning to his hometown of Edmonton to participate in a series of special events, including our Kick-Off Riverboat Party, meet-n-greet and an interview with his son Paris.

Keynote: Minister Nally

The Impact of the Red Tape Reduction Act on Alberta’s Cannabis Industry

Learn how the Red Tape Reduction Act is reshaping Alberta’s cannabis industry. We will discuss the progress made in reducing regulatory hurdles, enhancing sampling and retail experiences, and explore future initiatives such as farmgate sales and public consumption.

Canadian Cannabis Championship

Grow Up is proud to be bringing the Canadian Cannabis Championship back to Alberta, Sunday September 29, 2024, at the Edmonton Convention Centre. The top licensed producers in cannabis flower/pre-rolls/vape catridges and concentrates will be competing for the title of best in Canada by live judging in the Grow Up Consumption Lounge. Consumers welcome.

Canada's Largest Industry Tradeshow

Get your company in front of top growers, the best brands, largest retailers, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, hundreds of top speakers/keynotes and thousands of delegates.

Riverboat Kick-off Party Early

Limited Seats to this Exclusive Event

Saturday September 28, 2024 (8:00 pm – 11:00 pm)
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Riverboat Kick-off Party aboard the Edmonton Queen. This exclusive event is limited to just 150 tickets, offering an intimate setting to kick off the Grow Up Alberta weekend. Your ticket grants you access to a night filled with food, music, and the stunning scenery of Edmonton’s River Valley. A special opportunity to meet cannabis icon Tommy Chong as we cruise along the river. Enjoy the beats of a live DJ. Drinks will be available for purchase at the cash bar.

Retail Buyer Application

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Are you ready to take your cannabis retail business to new heights? Step into the Brand and Buyers Zone, where retail store owners, managers, and buyers can connect with industry-leading brands and uncover the latest cannabis products and innovations.

Previous Speaking Engagements at Grow Up:
2018

Jay Rosenzweig

Jay Rosenzweig, the founding partner of Rosenzweig & Company, is an expert in designing, building and attracting world class executive teams. He consults to public and private companies including large global corporations; emerging growth to mid-sized businesses; professional services firms; and private equity and venture capital firms. Jay, a lawyer by background, earned three degrees at McGill University: Philosophy, Civil Law, and Common Law.  In addition, he completed Roger Fisher’s Negotiation Program at Harvard Law School. He also serves as Director, Canada for the Chief Digital Officer Club & Summit.

Jay is a champion of the cause of gender equality. He has been actively advocating on behalf of women for several decades, most prominently through his highly regarded Rosenzweig Report on the status of women.

Jay advises several leading edge businesses, most of them based in California, New York, or Ontario, including: Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, the next quantum step in mobility: sustainable, safe and super-fast transportation for all humans and all parts of the world; Hooch, the first ever members-only cocktail app; Winston House, a global community of young creators sharing a passion for people, music, art, sports, travel, brands, and activism; Ignited Network, a start-up music accelerator; Logit Sport, a high performance technology for athletes; Drop, the leading millennial coalition loyalty program; Limelight, a business that improves ROI for brands that do live marketing, by driving better customer engagements, higher sales and lower costs; and GEC Risk Advisory, which equips clients with customized governance, risk, ethics, compliance and corporate responsibility strategies and tactics that enhance performance.

Jay is active in many social causes. He is on the Board of Directors of Nobel Peace Prize nominee Irwin Cotler’s Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights. He is on the Board of Governors of Mount Sinai Hospital, where he is Co-Chair of the Breast Cancer Cabinet. He is on the Board of UJA Genesis Centre For Innovation, where he focuses on nurturing emerging initiatives, providing career mentorship, and supporting innovation. He proudly served on the Board of One Young World 2016, the premier global forum for young leaders under 30.

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