Ian Stewart (Partner-Los Angeles, CA) will join Eduardo Provencio of Aditua Consulting for a two-hour class titled “How Insurers Can Prepare for the Coming Cannabis Upheaval” at the 2024 Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association (WSIA) University, to be held August 13–15, 2024, in Scottsdale, Arizona. WSIA University is for professionals of all career levels and job responsibilities wanting to grow their technical expertise in the industry. Ian and his co-presenter will engage in an in-depth discussion on the changing cannabis and hemp industries, outlining the significant shifts and challenges for regulated marijuana companies facing legacy effects and competition from hemp startups. A brewing conflict between the cannabis and hemp industries is evident, with a rise in lawsuits among companies, government regulators and consumers through class actions. Insurers must stay vigilant to align risk management with market dynamics.

Registration is closed. More information and waitlist for 2025 session are available on the website.