In this episode of Joint Session, host Herb Barbot welcomes Joe Rossi, a prominent figure in New York's cannabis industry and founder of Modern Advocacy LLC. They discuss the evolution of the cannabis market in New York after 4 years of the MRTA, the challenges faced by licensed operators, and the importance of social equity in the industry. Rossi shares insights on regulatory changes, legislative proposals, and the future of cannabis in the state, emphasizing the need for effective implementation of social equity initiatives and the potential for growth in the market.Further Reading:- <a href="https://cannabis.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2025/03/sampling-firm-and-lab-testing_q-and-a-2-26-25.pdf">Office of Cannabis Management FAQ's</a> - <a href="https://forwardplatform.com/new-york-esd-caurd-grant-program/">New York Empire State Development CAURD Grant Program</a> - <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/28/oscars-2025-heres-whats-inside-the-200000-oscars-gift-bag-.html">CNBC Article on Oscar's Gift Bag</a> - <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/13c4ulx0jbzcjq2u6eq5j/ERA-Economics-2024-Market-Report.pdf?rlkey=87azcgk9buup77obkh346u0u9&amp;e=1&amp;st=dvrd99nu&amp;dl=0">California Cannabis Market Outlook 2024 - Washington state University Clinical Trial  </a> Joint Session: Diverse Voices in NYS Cannabis is produced by Herb Barbot, with executive production and marketing by Simlev Media. Please contact us at <a href="mailto:herb.jointsession@gmail.com">herb.jointsession@gmail.com</a> if you have any questions or comments, including topics to cover.Follow the show on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jointsession.pod/">jointsession.pod</a>, and on LinkedIn at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/joint-session-podcast/">Joint Session Podcast.</a> If you enjoy the show, leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps new listeners find the show.

Year 4 of the MRTA: Navigating New York's Cannabis Landscape