Join us for an insightful session of the Friends of the Farm Lecture Series featuring Attorney Lauren Vázquez, one of the original pioneers in the cannabis industry. On Wednesday, July 24th at 6 PM, Lauren will delve into the complexities of the current retail cannabis tax structure in California.

Lauren Vázquez is the Fired Up Lawyer, a corporate cannabis attorney, and social entrepreneur who has worked for two decades to end cannabis prohibition and advance alternatives to the failed war on drugs. She has practiced cannabis business law since 2009 and entered private practice in 2011. Through her advocacy, she has helped shape state and local cannabis policy and has advised numerous cannabis companies and organizations, including many legacy and equity operators.

Lauren has been a Professor at Oaksterdam University since 2011 and is currently Chair of the Legal Department. In 2016, Lauren was a Senior Advisor and the Statewide Outreach Manager for the successful Prop 64 Campaign that legalized cannabis in California. Today, she helps cannabis businesses navigate licensing and regulatory compliance and enjoys helping people achieve their cannabis dreams.

Learn how retail cannabis is taxed in California and discover where the collected tax money is allocated within the state and gain insight into the upcoming changes to the excise tax in 2025 and their potential impacts. Lauren will also discuss how IRS Code 280E impacts cannabis businesses and how reclassifying cannabis as a Schedule 3 drug could affect retail structures. Additionally, find out how consumers can get involved with organizations like Oaksterdam University and CA NORML to advocate for beneficial changes.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from a leading expert in the field. This webinar will provide you with essential insights and actionable information.