Next Monday, there will be a networking event for UBC students, alumni and faculty that are interested in developing a career in the Cannabis Industry. This event was organized by the Centre for Student Involvement & Careers and sponsored by the Master of Food and Resource Economics.

Free admission. RSVP required through https://ubc-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php/pid747744?s=event&ss=is&_ksl=1&mode=list

Event name: Industry Nights – Spotlight on Cannabis

Date & Time: Monday, November 18, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Venue: Jack Poole Hall – Alumni Centre

At this exclusive event for UBC students, alumni and faculty you are invited to discover all the opportunities within the Cannabis industry, now valued at $5.7 Billion dollars in Canada, and how you can position yourself for a career in the sector. 

We will have a keynote address by Cannabis expert Dr. Jonathan Page, who is both Chief Science Officer at Aurora Cannabis and UBC Adjunct Professor of Botany, followed by a panel of professionals who are currently leaders in the field, to share their experiences and insights.

There will also be a Q & A session and an opportunity to network with many UBC alumni who are working in the Cannabis industry.
This event is open to students and alumni from all faculties and majors including Undergraduate, Masters and Ph.D. students.
Leading Cannabis companies will also be exhibiting in a mini-job fair format and share job opportunities.

Panellists include:

• Dr. M-J Milloy – Research Scientist – Cannabis Science Professor at UBC
• Tegan Adams – CEO – New Maple Holdings
• KD Khairah – Chief Executive Officer/Founder – CanMar Recruitment

 

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