Deborah Johnson

The cannabis industry is growing – so is the need for quality assurance and safety standards. In 2017, a diverse group of globally recognized industry leaders came together to form ASTM Committee D37 on Cannabis and began developing international standards for cannabis under the ASTM umbrella. This inclusive group empowers a cross section of voices in the industry to shape its future through the collaborative development of trusted standards. Emerging industries such as cannabis turn to ASTM… Show more

The cannabis industry is growing – so is the need for quality assurance and safety standards. In 2017, a diverse group of globally recognized industry leaders came together to form ASTM Committee D37 on Cannabis and began developing international standards for cannabis under the ASTM umbrella. This inclusive group empowers a cross section of voices in the industry to shape its future through the collaborative development of trusted standards. Emerging industries such as cannabis turn to ASTM International and our 120 years of experience as a leading international standards developer.

Everything grows better in community. ASTM International is an organization of inclusion – offering global access to fully transparent standards development, resulting in the highest technical excellence in standardization.

https://www.astmcannabis.org/committee-d37-on-cannabis/

https://www.astmcannabis.org/

Every approved standard goes through an established balloting and voting process to maintain balance among competing interests and ensure every stakeholder has a say. As a participating committee member, you have the chance to review and vote on new cannabis and hemp standards as well as important revisions to existing standards.

The best part and what makes ASTM International unique is that it is the only standards development organization that is not only recognized for meeting the World Trade Organization's Technical Barriers to Trade principles, but is literally open to all.

ASTM has approved a new subcommittee under D37.10 Finance and Insurance. The scope of this new committee will be the development and maintenance of international standards and guidance related to the financial and insurance needs of the cannabis industry, including but not limited to banking, lending, funding, investing, the public markets, payment processing and insurance. Show less

Eaze understands the challenges facing cannabis business owners, and that’s why we created Momentum, a business accelerator designed to support and empower underrepresented founders. Momentum’s goal is to help build a diverse industry that addresses the War on Drugs and support small businesses in becoming more profitable and sustainable.

National Cannabis Industry Association
Banking & Financial Services Committee
NCIA is the only national trade association advancing the interests of the legitimate and responsible cannabis industry.

BFSC
To establish resources that will assist and educate association members to develop an understanding of Financial Institutions and Federal Banking Laws and groups that represent various Banking and Payment Solutions. To explore opportunities for access to banking and to promote… Show more

National Cannabis Industry Association
Banking & Financial Services Committee
NCIA is the only national trade association advancing the interests of the legitimate and responsible cannabis industry.

BFSC
To establish resources that will assist and educate association members to develop an understanding of Financial Institutions and Federal Banking Laws and groups that represent various Banking and Payment Solutions. To explore opportunities for access to banking and to promote awareness that could affect the association and its members. Separately, to make recommendations regarding any activities that could affect the industry. Show less

The Women’s Initiative for a Safe and Equitable Florida is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building support for sensible cannabis policy reform through education, outreach, and advocacy. It is comprised of parents, students and professionals, neighbors, and community leaders, representing all areas of the state and a diverse array of backgrounds.

Like those women who fought to end alcohol prohibition nearly a century ago, we recognize the harms cannabis prohibition… Show more

The Women’s Initiative for a Safe and Equitable Florida is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building support for sensible cannabis policy reform through education, outreach, and advocacy. It is comprised of parents, students and professionals, neighbors, and community leaders, representing all areas of the state and a diverse array of backgrounds.

Like those women who fought to end alcohol prohibition nearly a century ago, we recognize the harms cannabis prohibition is causing, and we are taking action to protect our families and communities. Our goal is to end prohibition and replace it with a system in which cannabis is legal and regulated in a manner that improves safety, advances justice, and fosters opportunity for all Floridians. Show less

Striving to always engage women investors and specifically in the cannabis industry, I've organized the "Women of Arcview" or A-WIN to

"Activate Capital in Cannabis: For Women By Women."

Through this gathering of women investor members, we look to support both investors and entrepreneurs to create a more diverse ecosystem that strengthens and leverages our unique power.

Honored to work with both Jeanne M. Sullivan and Chairwoman Barbara Paley and all of the community… Show more

Striving to always engage women investors and specifically in the cannabis industry, I've organized the "Women of Arcview" or A-WIN to

"Activate Capital in Cannabis: For Women By Women."

Through this gathering of women investor members, we look to support both investors and entrepreneurs to create a more diverse ecosystem that strengthens and leverages our unique power.

Honored to work with both Jeanne M. Sullivan and Chairwoman Barbara Paley and all of the community around Arcview that recognizes the importance of stressing and supporting this message. Show less

We are a diverse coalition of South Florida female business leaders passionate about harnessing the innovative power of women. By supporting the growth of female investors and women entrepreneurs, we hope to create a more diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem that reflects their strengths and leverages their unique power.

As a first step, we will launch our efforts by co-hosting a female-focused angel investment workshop in partnership with Startup Angels and the Cambridge Innovation Center… Show more

We are a diverse coalition of South Florida female business leaders passionate about harnessing the innovative power of women. By supporting the growth of female investors and women entrepreneurs, we hope to create a more diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem that reflects their strengths and leverages their unique power.

As a first step, we will launch our efforts by co-hosting a female-focused angel investment workshop in partnership with Startup Angels and the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC Miami). Building on that momentum, we will then expand to develop a support network for mentorship and guidance for angel investors and female-founded startups. Over the course of 2017, we will host two workshops and collaborate with distinct partners to integrate into the investor community, as well as launch programming focused on female founders.

Creating an environment for women investors to thrive is essential to the innovation and diversity of entrepreneurial success in South Florida. When women begin investing, even in small amounts directed at female-founded companies, teams and solutions, they shift the world. By educating and supporting women as they make their first forays into angel investment, we will continue to push progress towards a more equitable world.

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http://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/business-plan-challenge/article129428344.html

Emerging South Florida entrepreneurs, show us what you’ve got!

Today we launch our 19th Miami Herald Business Plan Challenge, our annual celebration of South Florida innovation in one of the most entrepreneurial regions in the nation. If you have a business idea or an operating startup under 2 years old, you can enter.


Sponsored by the Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center at Florida… Show more

http://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/business-plan-challenge/article129428344.html

Emerging South Florida entrepreneurs, show us what you’ve got!

Today we launch our 19th Miami Herald Business Plan Challenge, our annual celebration of South Florida innovation in one of the most entrepreneurial regions in the nation. If you have a business idea or an operating startup under 2 years old, you can enter.


Sponsored by the Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center at Florida International University, our contest welcomes business plan entries from any industry. There are three tracks: a Community Track, open to all South Floridians; an FIU Track, open to FIU students and alumni; and a High School Track, co-sponsored by the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship.

Don’t let the name of the contest scare you: We don’t want long, laboriously detailed business plans. Today’s investors in early-stage companies want to see a succinct presentation of your concept and how you plan to turn it into a success. So do we. Your entry may be up to three pages, and you may attach one additional page for a photo, chart or diagram if you wish. Think of it as a meaty executive summary. Experts in all aspects of entrepreneurship — serial entrepreneurs, executives, investors, advisers and academics — will judge your short plan.

Read more here: http://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/business-plan-challenge/article129264929.html#storylink=cpy Show less

Startupbootcamp Digital Health Miami accelerates startups innovating in healthcare and is the first accelerator to focus on the eradication of healthcare disparities in the US.

I mentor entrepreneurs on how to pitch to investors, pitch deck, executive summary.

http://www.startupbootcamp.org/accelerator/digital-health-miami/

I was blessed to serve on the Board of GCR! In addition to the fantastic people I meet at every race in such a healthy way, we have raised over $100,000 each year for various affiliated non-profits and distributed over $46,000 each year in scholarships to graduating students for college. What an impact! Throughout my journeys I meet people who have a story to tell, whether they are at the beginning, middle or end of their path, and aspire to greater health for themselves and their families.… Show more

I was blessed to serve on the Board of GCR! In addition to the fantastic people I meet at every race in such a healthy way, we have raised over $100,000 each year for various affiliated non-profits and distributed over $46,000 each year in scholarships to graduating students for college. What an impact! Throughout my journeys I meet people who have a story to tell, whether they are at the beginning, middle or end of their path, and aspire to greater health for themselves and their families. Engaging through social runs, timed races or purely social events provides people at all levels to feel a part of the community and forge a better lifestyle. Show less

Coordinator over 500 volunteers for the ride from Naples to Ft. Pierce over two days in March.

We are the Pan-Florida Challenge. And we will not stop until the problem of childhood hunger in Florida is solved. No local kid hungry. Not one.

This is our mission. Our creed. And our battle cry. Call it our manifesto –It moves us. Hunger in Florida’s children is solvable. It’s doable and we are the ones doing it. Here and now. Today. And we are not too few. We are thousands… Show more

Coordinator over 500 volunteers for the ride from Naples to Ft. Pierce over two days in March.

We are the Pan-Florida Challenge. And we will not stop until the problem of childhood hunger in Florida is solved. No local kid hungry. Not one.

This is our mission. Our creed. And our battle cry. Call it our manifesto –It moves us. Hunger in Florida’s children is solvable. It’s doable and we are the ones doing it. Here and now. Today. And we are not too few. We are thousands already. And we are starting a movement. The Pan-Florida Challenge to end childhood hunger. This is a call for you and thousands of others just like you to join us. End hunger in our local kids with us. All together, once and for all, we will End Hunger in Florida’s children. We know how. We have cracked the code. And We have been doing it already. Join us.

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Serve as Stage Manager for eMerge 2015, 2016 and 2017.

eMerge Americas, the B2B tech event of the Americas is an action-packed conference—where ideas flow freely and innovation rules. Discover the latest technology trends right on the EXPO floor. Be inspired by global thought leaders. Engage with buyers, entrepreneurs and investors from across the Americas and the rest of the world. With summits, networking events, startup competitions and more, eMerge is where you go to connect. And… Show more

Serve as Stage Manager for eMerge 2015, 2016 and 2017.

eMerge Americas, the B2B tech event of the Americas is an action-packed conference—where ideas flow freely and innovation rules. Discover the latest technology trends right on the EXPO floor. Be inspired by global thought leaders. Engage with buyers, entrepreneurs and investors from across the Americas and the rest of the world. With summits, networking events, startup competitions and more, eMerge is where you go to connect. And like every great journey, it will leave you changed.

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South by Southwest (abbreviated as SXSW) is an annual conglomerate of film, interactive media, and music festivals and conferences that take place in mid-March in Austin, Texas, United States. It began in 1987, and has continued to grow in both scope and size every year.

Music
SXSW Music is the largest music festival of its kind in the world, with more than 2,000 acts as of 2014. SXSW Music offers artist-provided music and video samples of featured artists at each festival via their… Show more

South by Southwest (abbreviated as SXSW) is an annual conglomerate of film, interactive media, and music festivals and conferences that take place in mid-March in Austin, Texas, United States. It began in 1987, and has continued to grow in both scope and size every year.

Music
SXSW Music is the largest music festival of its kind in the world, with more than 2,000 acts as of 2014. SXSW Music offers artist-provided music and video samples of featured artists at each festival via their official YouTube channel.

The music event has grown from 700 registrants in 1987 to over 28,000 registrants. SXSW Film and SXSW Interactive events have grown every year, most recently bringing over 51,000 registrants to Austin every March.

Film
SXSW Film Conference spans five days of conference panels and sessions, and welcomes filmmakers of all levels. Programming consists of keynote speakers, panels, workshops, mentor sessions and more, with expert filmmakers and industry leaders.

In 2015, the SXSW Film Conference programmed over 250 sessions with 735 speakers. Although the film festival often highlights independently produced films and emerging directing talent with unique visions, the festival has long served studios as a starting point for their comedies, using enthusiastic fans as a barometer of how they might play in wide release.

In 2015, the SXSW Film Festival programmed 150 feature films and 106 short films, selected from 7,361 submissions.

Interactive
SXSW Interactive is focused on emerging technology, a focus which has earned the festival a reputation as a breeding ground for new ideas and creative technologies. The festival includes a trade show, speakers, parties, and a startup accelerator. According to a festival organizer Louis Black, SXSW Interactive "has probably been the biggest of its kind in the world" since 2007.
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Facilitated speaker prep, room set up and count.

After three exciting years on the Vegas Strip, SXSW V2V has decided to set its sights on different destinations and new challenges. We're taking time to consider the many vibrant tech communities around the world that offer the facilities and municipal support V2V needs to flourish. We appreciate all those who attended, presented at, and sponsored V2V and invite everyone in our loyal V2V community to stay tuned for future announcements… Show more

Facilitated speaker prep, room set up and count.

After three exciting years on the Vegas Strip, SXSW V2V has decided to set its sights on different destinations and new challenges. We're taking time to consider the many vibrant tech communities around the world that offer the facilities and municipal support V2V needs to flourish. We appreciate all those who attended, presented at, and sponsored V2V and invite everyone in our loyal V2V community to stay tuned for future announcements. The Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority's early assistance was much appreciated and we regret that lack of future support makes it untenable to continue producing a Las Vegas event.

www.sxswv2v.com
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