We are a vibrant network of cannabis industry professionals and businesses, dedicated to the continuous evolution of the cannabis industry. Our passion lies in fostering education, transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility while championing thoughtful free market-oriented regulations across the United States. Since May 2016, we’ve been hosting engaging cannabis networking events in Arizona, attracting over a thousand attendees monthly. Our inspiration comes from a mission to educate about the new emerging cannabis market, and we’ve developed exciting educational resources, including the MITA Unshackled Podcast, Cannamentors, Social Equity Town Hall, and Social Equity Deep Dive. Join us on our interactive journey as we travel to tradeshows, interviewing leading experts to keep you informed and connected to this thriving industry.
Explore our educational video resources featuring firsthand knowledge from industry experts with diverse backgrounds in the cannabis industry. With four different series available—MITA Unshackled Podcast, Cannamentors, Social Equity Deep Dive, and Town Hall Series—we provide valuable insights, stories, and experiences that cover various sectors and aspects of the cannabis industry. Whether you’re interested in learning about running a dispensary, gaining industry knowledge, or understanding the Arizona Cannabis industry, our videos offer guidance and information to help you navigate this unique market. Although some of the series’ like Cannamentors, Social Equity Deep Dive, and Town Hall. originally aimed at social equity applicants, our videos continue to provide valuable guidance for operating a dispensary, even after the Arizona social equity program applications have closed. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stay informed and educated about the cannabis industry.
Remember, that all of the industry experts are still offering their mentorship, below there are resources to contact them!
MITA Unshackled Podcast
Stay ahead of the curve and gain a fresh perspective on the cannabis industry through insightful firsthand knowledge from industry experts from all over the world as we travel to conferences. Don’t miss out—tune in today!
Cannamentors Video Series
Gain invaluable industry knowledge from experts in our MITA Cannamentors video series. Originally aimed for social equity applicants (though the Arizona social equity program applications have closed), these videos provide guided help for operating a dispensary, ensuring you have the tools and insights needed to succeed in the cannabis industry.
Social Equity Deep Dive Video Series
Unlock the secrets of running a successful dispensary by tuning into our MITA Social Equity Deep Dive video series, featuring industry experts sharing firsthand knowledge. While originally aimed at social equity applicants (although the Arizona social equity program applications have closed), these videos offer valuable guidance for anyone looking to excel in operating a dispensary. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and take your dispensary skills to the next level.
Social Equity Mentorship Progran Modules
Get ahead in the Arizona cannabis industry by tuning into our Mentorship Program with Will Humble, former DHS director and designer of the MMJ program, and Demitri Downing, Executive Director of MITA AZ. Developed to educate social equity applicants about the workings of the industry, this comprehensive curriculum covers all aspects of cannabis, providing valuable insights even though the license application is now closed there are countless free videos to tune into.
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News & Updates
Stay informed with the latest news, events, and updates from the cannabis community.
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