Brittney Griner And Ricky Williams Headline Women Grow 2025 Leadership Summit, Key Event For Cannabis Industry

The Women Grow Leadership Summit 2025 is gearing up to be a defining moment for cannabis entrepreneurs, industry experts and advocates. Set against the backdrop of the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, this two-day event (Feb. 17-18, 2025) promises a mix of high-profile speakers, networking opportunities and sector-specific workshops, all designed to ignite business growth and advocacy in cannabis.

A Summit Where Deals Happen

The Women Grow Leadership Summit 2025 is all about action. Designed to facilitate deal flow for license holders and emerging entrepreneurs, the event will feature matchmaking sessions, expert-led discussions and interactive tracks focused on business strategy, investment and policy.

Dr. Chanda Macias, CEO of Women Grow, emphasizes the movement behind the event. "The Women Grow Leadership Summit is more than just an event—it's a movement. Together, we will shape the future of cannabis and empower women across the globe."

Star-Studded Speaker Lineup

Some of the biggest names in sports, cannabis and business are headlining the summit. Brittney Griner, three-time Olympic gold medalist and six-time WNBA All-Star, will take the stage with a keynote titled "Cultivating Change: Empowering Women through Personal Leadership." The basketball star has been a fierce advocate for cannabis reform, speaking out about its role in healthcare and justice reform.

Also joining the conversation is Ricky Williams, the NFL icon turned cannabis entrepreneur who will host a fundraiser for cannabis access advocacy. Williams, known for his pioneering stance on cannabis use in professional sports, will discuss policy reform, athlete wellness and the road ahead for legalization.

Networking Meets Celebration

Beyond panel discussions, the summit fosters direct connections between industry leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs.

• Day 1: Features a Careers in Cannabis job fair, expert-led panels and the Mardi Gras celebration, a high-energy networking event.
• Day 2: Attendees can choose from curated tracks like Cooking with Cannabis and Business of Cannabis.

This year's event also takes place just minutes from Washington, D.C., making it an ideal platform for policy discussions with lawmakers and industry regulators.

Why Attend?

With major industry shifts and policy advancements on the horizon, Women Grow 2025 provides a front-row seat to the future of cannabis. The event offers:

• High-level insights from top cannabis CEOs, investors, and policymakers.
• Business matchmaking and networking with key players.
• Workshops tailored to cannabis entrepreneurs at every level.
• A chance to support advocacy initiatives for cannabis legalization and women's rights.

Whether you’re a seasoned operator, a first-time entrepreneur, or an industry advocate, this summit is designed to connect, inspire and empower.

Keynote Speakers

Brittney Griner

Three-time Olympic gold medalist and six-time WNBA All-Star.

• Keynote: "Cultivating Change: Empowering Women through Personal Leadership"
• Topics: Legalization, healthcare rights, gender equity.

Ricky Williams

NFL icon and founder of Project Champion.

• Hosting a fundraiser to advocate for cannabis access and policy reform.
• Topics: Cannabis in sports, wellness, and legalization advocacy.

Speakers

Dr. Chanda Macias

CEO, Women Grow

Gail Rand

CEO / Founder of Grand Consulting

Wanda James

CEO, Simply Pure

Maureen McNamara

Founder & CEO, Cannabis Trainers

Jazmin Hupp

Former Co-Founder, Women Grow

Leah Heise

Partner at Wolf Meyer and Founder/CEO of Gemini Twin Consulting

Luna Stower

Chief Impact Officer, Ispire Vape Tech (NASDAQ:ISPR)

Tai Duncan Atteberry

VP, Corporate Social Responsibility – Cresco Labs

Oludare Odumosu

Global MD/CEO, Zelira Therapeutics

Nicole Miller

Co-Owner Cultivation, Phyto Group LLC

…and many more.

Get your tickets today.