More than 200 industry professionals joined us for an evening of celebrating successes and excellence on 25 June, 2024.
C-Suite Audience
Over 80% of attendees to the Awards Party were C-level executives, key stakeholders and decision-makers.
3-Hour Networking
This exclusive event was a unique opportunity for professionals to network with the industry’s key decision-makers in a more relaxed setting.
10 Winners
A winner of each award was selected by an independent panel of expert judges from
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2024 Winners
Business Leader of the Year
Boris Jordan
Executive Chairman, Curaleaf
Industry Rising Star Award
Jack Whipp
COO, Medicann
OUSTANDING INDUSTRY CONTRIBUTION
Hannah Deacon
Director, Maple Tree Consultants
Journalist of the year
Laura Ramos
Editor-in-Chief, CannaReporter®
Cannabis Clinic of the Year
Cultivator of the Year
Law Firm of the Year
European Cannabis Company of the Year
Cannabis Startup of the Year
Stand-Out Use of Technology
Patient Initiative of the Year
How it works
Step 1
Fill out the entry form, write the covering letter and providing any evidence of excellency.
Step 2
Our panel of judges - industry experts - will assess all nominations and shortlist up to five nominees for each award.
Step 3
Shortlisted companies and individuals for each award will be announced at the beginning of June, 2024.
Step 4
Winners of each award will be announced on the night (25 June 2024). Tickets are available for purchase to all individuals and organisations, irrespective of their status as shortlisted nominees.
Recognising outstanding achievements in innovation within the cannabis sector.
Best Patient-Focused Initiative of the Year
For exceptional efforts in developing initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, education, and support.
Cannabis Journalist of the Year
Demonstrable skill, integrity, and impact in covering cannabis-related topics.
Law Firm of the Year
For excellence and leadership in providing legal counsel within the complex and rapidly evolving field of cannabis law.
Cannabis Clinic of the Year
Celebrating clinics that have demonstrated outstanding commitment and compassion in delivering high-quality care to patients.
Standout Use of Technology
Celebrating innovation and excellence in technology solutions, platforms, and products that have made a significant impact.
European Cannabis Company of the Year
A prestigious award for exceptional contributions in shaping the European cannabis industry landscape.
Business Leader of the Year
Celebrating visionary leadership, strategic acumen, and stand-out performance by a business leader in the cannabis industry.
Cannabis Cultivator of the Year
Recognising excellence and innovation in cannabis cultivation practices, techniques, sustainability and ESG, and product quality.
Industry Rising Star Award
For an individual who ahs already displayed exceptional leadership qualities and/or shown an unwavering commitment to driving positive change.
2024 Awards Judges
Judges for the Business of Cannabis Awards 2024 will be announced over the coming weeks. Watch this space!
Simone Van Breda
Chairman, Union of Coffeeshop Retailers
Michael Sassano
Founder & Interim CEO, SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals
Luc Richner
CEO, Vigia
Ariadna Peretz
Senior Director, FTI Consulting
Nikos Beis
CEO & Vice President of the Board, TIKUN OLAM EUROPE
Benedikt Sons
Co-Founder & CEO, Cansativa Group
Gregor Zorn
Cannabinoid Education Specialist,
GZ Consulting
Finn Age Hänsel
CEO & Founder, Sanity Group
Anne Katrin Schlag
CEO, Drug Science
Thomas Skovlund Schnegelsberg
CEO, STENOCARE A/S
Kate Holste
Head of International Sales, Boveda
Stefan Martin Meyer
CEO, PhytoFlow GmbH
Pete Patterson
CEO, Valcon Medical A/S
Viola Brugnatelli
Chief Strategy Officer, De Rerum Natura SA
Mike Morgan-Giles
CEO, Cannabis Industry Council
Scott Greiper
Founder & President, Viridian Capital Advisors
Carola Pérez
President, dosemciones & Spanish Observatory for Medical Cannabis
Stefano Zaccherotti
CEO, Ambra srl
Benjamin-Alexandre Jeanroy
CEO, Augur Associates
Bek Muslimov
Partner, Leafy Tunnel
Joeri Perneel
CEO, Pure Support
William Muecke
Co-Founder and Managing Member, Artemis Growth Partners
Heidi Whitman
Global Strategic Consultant,
Heidi Whitman Consulting
Roberto Algar
Founder, De rerum natura SA
Shahbaaz Kara-Virani
Principal,
SKVentures
Ben Agyeman
Partner & Board Member, Alkannoli L.D.A
Garvin Hirt
Managing Director, Copeia
Sean Carney
Founder, Herbology Ventures
Laura Ramos
Editor-in-Chief, CannaReporter®
Rui Soares
CEO, Paralab Green
Martin Lane
Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer, Cannabiz
Heidi Whitman
Global Strategic Consultant, Heidi Whitman
Business Leader of the Year
Shortlisted nominees for the Business Leader of the Year Award are…
Boris Jordan
Executive Chairman, Curaleaf
Franziska Katterbach
President, Khiron Life Sciences
Henk van Dalen
Owner, Dutch Passion Seed Company
Timo Bongartz
CCO, Cannavigia
Joeri Perneel
CEO, Pure Support
The Business of Cannabis Awards honours individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to the cannabis industry.
From groundbreaking innovations to impactful research, we recognise excellence in various categories. Set to be attended by over 200 senior cannabis industry professionals from across the European cannabis value chain, it's an amazing opportunity for you to showcase your business. Ensure your business is represented in a room full of individuals and organisations that are excelling in the space, and network with the movers and shakers of the industry.
Agenda
8.00 PM: WELCOME DRINKS RECEPTION & CANAPÉS
9:00 PM: AWARDS PRESENTATIONS
9:45 PM: PARTY & DJS
12:00 AM: CLOSE
Contact Us
For any inquiries or clarifications, please reach out to the Business of Cannabis Awards team using the contact details provided below.
Thank you for your participation, and we eagerly anticipate your nominations for the Business of Cannabis Awards.