Name
Can AI Sell Weed? What Cannabis Retail Should Automate—and What It Shouldn’t
Date & Time
Monday, June 15, 2026, 3:20 PM - 3:50 PM
Speakers
Sara Payan, Planted with Sara Payan Podcast; Pulse Signal Agency
Christopher Guthrie, 365 Cannabis / Innovia Consulting
Chris Violas, BLAZE
Lauren Laplante, Spokes Digital
Dennis O'Malley, Echtrai Corp
Sara Payan Christopher Guthrie Chris Violas Lauren Laplante Dennis O'Malley
Description

Cannabis retail is becoming more automated, but that does not mean the budtender is obsolete. This panel examines where AI can improve efficiency, reduce friction, and support better decision-making—and where replacing human interaction may hurt trust, education, and the overall retail experience.

Location Name
General Session - 5th Floor
Full Address
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
N Rush St
Chicago, IL 60611
United States