Las Vegas, NV — What a week it’s been! Trust Integritas just wrapped an incredible four days at MJBizCon 2025, and we’re energized by the conversations, connections, and forward momentum happening across the cannabis industry.
Day 2 Highlight: Leading the Cannabis HR Revolution
The standout moment of the conference came on Wednesday, December 3, when our own Jewell Esposito, Managing Member of Trust Integritas, took the stage at the FlowerHire HR Leadership Summit at the ARIA Resort & Casino.
In her session, “Elevating HR to a Strategic Power Center,” Jewell addressed the industry’s top HR minds on how cannabis companies can transform their human resources function from transactional to truly strategic. Her presentation covered game-changing topics including:
- Why fiduciary governance matters in a post-280E world
- Executive compensation & retirement strategies that attract and retain top talent
- How HR leaders can influence culture, stability, and profitability in 2026
- Moving HR beyond compliance to become a business-driving force
The energy in the room was electric, and it’s clear: the cannabis industry is ready to embrace HR as the strategic powerhouse it needs to be.
Industry-First Whitepaper: Strategic HR Has Arrived
In partnership with Gemini Twin Consulting and other industry HR leaders, Trust Integritas is proud to have released the industry’s first whitepaper focused on the evolving role of Human Resources in cannabis.
“Elevating HR in Cannabis: From Transactional to Strategic Partner”
This groundbreaking report explores how HR leaders can drive measurable business impact by partnering closely with Finance and Operations on:
- Cost containment without sacrificing morale
- Workforce planning that scales with growth
- Organizational development that attracts investors and talent
- Metrics that speak the language of the C-suite
The whitepaper includes real-world case studies, practical strategies, and self-assessment tools to help cannabis HR professionals determine where they stand—and where they need to go.
The message is clear: as operators strive for sustainable growth, HR’s ability to influence financial and operational outcomes isn’t just nice to have—it’s essential.
Four Days of Impact: Trust Integritas at MJBizCon
Throughout the week, our team at Booth #C25929 engaged with founders, CFOs, HR leaders, and operators on the issues that matter most right now:
Day 1: Cannabis Capital in a Changing Landscape
We kicked off the conference discussing how evolving capital markets, fundraising trends, and investor sentiment are reshaping what operators need in a post-280E environment.
Day 2: HR as a Strategic Partner
Jewell’s presentation set the tone for conversations around leadership, strategy, and people—the backbone of every successful cannabis company.
Day 3: Regulatory Compliance is Non-Negotiable
As more states mandate retirement programs and fiduciary oversight tightens, we helped operators understand:
- State-mandated retirement rules
- Cannabis-compatible 401(k), PEP, and ESOP structures
- How to avoid compliance traps and audits
- Designing plans that attract talent and work under 280E
Day 4: The Final Push
On our final day, we doubled down on the conference’s biggest themes: regulatory momentum, capital conversations, and HR transformation. Companies that stay ahead of compliance win with better retention, reduced risk, and cleaner books for investors.
What We’re Bringing Home from Vegas
The conversations we had this week reinforced what we’ve been saying for years: cannabis companies need stronger fiduciary governance and future-ready retirement strategies.
The regulatory landscape is shifting—fast. Operators who act now will:
- Stay ahead of mandatory retirement plan requirements
- Build 280E-smart compensation and benefit structures
- Create ESOP pathways that align employee and company growth
- Implement multi-state compliance solutions that scale
Ready to Build What’s Next?
Whether you’re:
- Raising capital or restructuring your organization
- Exploring ESOP/PESOP strategies
- Implementing ROBS for startup funding
- Building 280E-smart executive compensation plans
- Designing cannabis-ready fiduciary oversight frameworks
Trust Integritas is here to help.
Thank You, MJBizCon!
To everyone who stopped by Booth #C25929, attended Jewell’s session, or connected with us throughout the week—thank you. Your questions, insights, and energy reminded us why we do this work.
Vegas is awake.
The industry is shifting.
And Trust Integritas is ready.
Let’s keep the momentum going. The future of cannabis HR—and cannabis business—is strategic, compliant, and poised for sustainable growth.
Missed us at MJBizCon? Let’s connect.
Contact Trust Integritas, www.trust-integritas.com , to learn how we’re helping cannabis companies build stronger, smarter, more sustainable organizations.