Cannabis Banking Workshop: Two live sessions designed for financial institutions and cannabis operators

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Thursday, September 25, 2025
12:00 to 1:00 PM ET each day
Live webinar and Q&A
Virtual event
Free to Attend
Why this workshop matters
With cannabis rescheduling back on the table, many financial institutions are reassessing lending strategy, risk, and compliance. This two part workshop delivers practical insight from leaders who have built and advised real programs. You will leave with clear steps you can act on right away.
Who should attend
• Bank and credit union executives
• Risk, compliance, BSA, and AML leaders
• Lending, treasury, and business services teams
• Cannabis operators and finance leaders seeking stronger banking relationships
Session One
Moving Toward Cannabis Rescheduling: What This Means for Financial Institutions and Cannabis Lending
Date Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Time 12:00 to 1:00 PM ET
What you will learn
• Why rescheduling is critical from a cannabis lending perspective
• What rescheduling means for compliance and risk management
• Common misconceptions among financial institutions and cannabis businesses
• Practical steps to prepare your institution or business for regulatory change
Speakers
Bob Hoban – Co Founder and Chairman, CTrust
Chris Van Dyck – Partner, Cogent Law Group
Session Two
Building a Resilient Cannabis Banking Program
Date Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time 12:00 to 1:00 PM ET
What you will learn
• How to secure board and senior management engagement
• Risks and realities of cannabis banking programs
• Key objectives for financial institutions including deposits, customer growth, fees, and loans
• Regulatory expectations and how to meet them including FinCEN guidance and Cole Memo context
• Pricing for sustainability and competitive positioning
• How to structure BSA and business services teams across sales, compliance, treasury, and operations
• Best practices for policies, procedures, filings, and software integration
• What to expect from audits and ongoing compliance reviews
Speakers
Danielle Boyle, CCBP, CBPA – Specialty Banking Manager, Dart Bank
Chris Van Dyck – Partner, Cogent Law Group
What you will gain
• A clear understanding of how rescheduling may affect lending, risk, and compliance
• A practical framework to strengthen or launch a cannabis banking program
• Insights into pricing, staffing, technology, and audit readiness
• Direct guidance from experienced legal and banking leaders
FAQs
Do I need to register for both sessions separately?
Yes. Each session has its own unique registration page
Will recordings be provided?
Yes. Registrants will receive the recording and slides for the session they register for.
Is this relevant for early stage institutions?
Yes. The workshop is designed for both institutions just exploring cannabis banking and those scaling existing programs.
Can I submit questions?
Yes. You can submit questions during registration or live.
Presented by
Cogent Law Group
Advisors to financial institutions and cannabis businesses on regulatory compliance, licensing, program design, and growth.
Register here for Session One — September 24:
Register here for Session Two — September 25:
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