In this episode of Joint Session, host Herb Barbot welcomes Tabitha Robinson, the new director of the Maryland Cannabis Administration to the podcast. Tabatha discusses her transition from New York's cannabis regulatory landscape to Maryland. She highlights her achievements in social equity initiatives in New York, the challenges facing small businesses in Maryland, and her vision for the future of the cannabis market in the state. Tabitha emphasizes the importance of collaboration, understanding the history of regulations, and addressing past harms caused by criminalization. She outlines her top priorities for the Maryland Cannabis Administration, including operationalizing conditional licenses and expanding the medical market. 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>, on BlueSky at @jointsessionpod.bsky.social 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.

From New York to Maryland: A Journey in Cannabis Leadership