Vicente LLP at MJBizCon 2025: Leading Conversations on Tribal Sovereignty, Psychedelic Regulation & Minnesota’s Emerging Cannabis Market
Nov 22, 2025
Are you attending MJBizCon from December 2–5, 2025 at the Las Vegas Convention Center this year?
Be sure to join Vicente LLP director of economics and market analysis Andrew Livingston, partner Jason Tarasek and founding partner Joshua Kappel as they take the stage to discuss some of the most pressing issues shaping cannabis, psychedelics and emerging state markets. In addition to our panelists, Vicente LLP partners David Ullian and Cassia Furman will also be in attendance.
If you’d like to meet with a member of our team while you’re in Las Vegas, please contact us to schedule a time.
Here’s where you can find our team during the conference:
Indigenous Cannabis: Navigating Sovereignty, Regulation, and Economic Opportunity with Andrew Livingston
Wednesday, December 3 | 2:50–3:30 p.m.
Featuring: Andrew Livingston, Director of Economics and Market Analysis
Tribal nations across North America are asserting their sovereign rights to participate in and shape the cannabis industry on their own terms — balancing economic development, community wellness, and cultural values. This session will explore the complex intersection of tribal sovereignty, federal and state cannabis laws, and the unique regulatory frameworks Indigenous communities are developing.
Attendees will hear from Native leaders, policymakers, and legal experts who are forging innovative paths in cultivation, retail, and medicinal cannabis programs within tribal territories. Topics will include jurisdictional challenges, intergovernmental agreements, revenue generation, and strategies for ensuring Indigenous cannabis operations benefit tribal citizens while preserving sovereignty. This session will provide critical insights into the growing role of Indigenous voices in shaping a more inclusive cannabis economy.
Land of 10,000 Lakes and Legalization: Minnesota’s Cannabis Industry in Transition with Jason Tarasek
Thursday, December 4 | 2:50–3:30 p.m.
Featuring: Jason Tarasek, Partner
Minnesota is emerging as one of the most closely watched cannabis markets in the U.S. following its move to legalize adult-use cannabis in 2023. As the state begins the complex process of launching its regulated market, stakeholders navigate unique challenges—including a phased licensing rollout, robust social equity provisions, and tribal sovereignty dynamics.
This session brings together state regulators, tribal operators, entrepreneurs, and legal experts to provide the latest updates on rulemaking, market timelines, and early business opportunities in the Minnesota cannabis landscape. Learn what to expect in 2025 and how to position yourself for success in this evolving Midwest market.
Navigating the Legal Labyrinth: Compliance, Ethics, and Practice in Psychedelics with Joshua Kappel
Thursday, December 4 | 3:40–4:20 p.m.
Featuring: Joshua Kappel, Founding Partner
From ketamine clinics to Oregon and Colorado’s psilocybin models, regulations are evolving rapidly. This panel offers a practical look at compliance, risk management, informed consent, and ethical standards for practitioners and businesses entering this complex space.
Schedule a Meeting with Vicente LLP at MJBizCon
Our attorneys will be available throughout the week for conversations about licensing, regulatory strategy, psychedelics compliance, hemp and cannabinoid planning, and state-level market entry.
If you’d like to meet with us during MJBizCon, please contact us to schedule time in advance.