John Kagia of New Frontier: Dispensary Market Data

John Kagia is the Executive Vice President of Industry Analytics for New Frontier Data, a company that provides vetted, comprehensive and actionable intelligence to every corner of the Cannabis industry, including operators, investors, legislators and researchers. John applies his keen understanding of market research, business strategy, and industry analysis to help high-performing organizations achieve their strategic objectives. Leveraging his years of experience managing research studies for industry-leading clients, including Accenture, Microsoft, The George Washington University, and the U.S. Department of State, Kagia brings an incisive understanding of how market insights enable organizations to plan, grow, compete, and measure performance more effectively. These are exciting times as Maryland's cannabis dispensaries gear up for 2018! Come hear about product preferences and other retail trends. Spark! Networking Nights are Maryland's #1 cannabis networking opportunity! Events take place the first or second Thursday of every month. When you attend a Spark! Networking Night, can you expect to meet a mix of seasoned cannabis professionals, as well as business men and women from all other industries who want to talk about canna-business. Our location varies every month but we can always be found in the Baltimore Metro Area. The purpose of Spark! Networking Nights is to bring people together, in-person, to learn from each other about this new industry; to share information; and to develop relationships that will support cannabis businesses in Maryland and nationwide. If this sounds like you, please join us! We can't wait to meet you and introduce you to other cannabis professionals! Who attends? Spark Networking nights are open to anyone who’s excited about their potential in the cannabis industry. In the course of an event you’ll meet everyone from CEOs of established cannabis businesses, to curious newcomers looking to find their place in this fast growing industry. Spark up a conversation, you never know where it might lead! Why should I attend? It’s often said “Your network is your net worth” and in this rapidly changing industry -- that couldn’t be more true! At Spark Networking Nights you will meet individuals who will boost your potential for success in the cannabis industry, whether it be through meaningful conversations or connections that grow into something more. How can I get the most out of networking events? First off, if you don’t already have business cards -- get some! Don’t be intimidated if you’re not sure where you fit in with the cannabis industry, just get your basic information on there and let the connections you form do the rest. Also, your Spark Networking hosts are there to help you form these connections -- so talk to us! We’re always happy to point you in the direction of folks we know you’d love to talk to. I can’t make it to this event -- do you always meet in the same location? Spark Networking strives to keep our venues accessible and exciting. We stick to the Baltimore Metro Area, so while one meeting may be in Columbia, our next could be on the other side of the Beltway in White Marsh. If you have suggestions for a venue that you think would work, we’re always happy to check it out, so send us an email. Are there ID requirements to attend? All attendees must be 21 years or older and have a valid ID as many events occur in establishments serving alcohol. Can I pay at the door? Paying in advance helps speed up our check-in process and ensures you will receive any announcements regarding the event. We do, however, take cash or credit at the door for $40. Are tickets refundable or transferrable? You may send a friend to attend in your place. Tickets are not refundable, but if you purchase a ticket and are unable to attend or send someone in your place… send us an email and we’ll get you on the list for the next event. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Nope! As long as you’ve purchased a ticket, you’re registered for the event and we’ll find you in the system. Are events on different days other than the first Thursday of the month? Spark networking events are on the first or second Thursday of each month, with some exceptions for holidays and special speakers. Social events may be planned for other days. By purchasing this ticket you agree to let us use your image in photographs taken of this event to promote Spark!