Emerging Issues in Cannabis & Hemp Industries

Nov 11, 2020 4:35pm ‐ Nov 11, 2020 5:50pm

Identification: FVC2059

This session will discuss emerging and evolving issues in cannabis in a post COVID-19 era, together with dealing with the tax burdens of IRC 280E and related cannabis industry tax compliance issues.  We will also discus caluation nuances in the cannabis niche, where to look for industry resources and data and SAFE Banking and the STATES Rights Act and other pending legislative initiatives.  The session will also look at managing issues of banking, cash management and payment processing in the cannabis industry and the challenges businesses face, together with opportunities for forensic accounting and valuation professionals.

Learning Objectives:
  • Discuss the dynamic issues within the cannabis sector
  • Recognize forensic consideratiions that are unique to the cannabis industry
  • Identify what the value drivers are for investment in cannabis
  • Distinguish engagement risk in working with cannabis industry clientele

Part II: How to Enhance Your Trial Communication Skills

Nov 11, 2020 4:35pm ‐ Nov 11, 2020 5:50pm

Identification: FVC2060

As an expert, you may think that “the facts speak for themselves.” However, no matter how experienced you are, testifying requires a whole new set of unique skills. In an environment where “facts” have been weaponized and politicized, it has become increasingly challenging to be trusted. Presented by a nationally known trial communications expert, these two sessions will focus on how to make that all-important connection with the jury so they can trust and then believe you.
Learning Objectives:
  • Review communication techniques in litigation matters
  • Recall at least three critical communication skills to help you improve your ability to influence jurors
  • Identify complex information and communicate into digestible and relatable details so that jurors understand and accept your facts