Cannabis and Hemp Banking Fireside Chat
Where cannabis regulation meets financial services compliance.
A candid discussion on cannabis and hemp banking risk, compliance frameworks, and the operational realities facing financial institutions in this space.
Featured Speakers & Panelists
Featuring 2 practitioners whose combined expertise spans the critical dimensions of this topic.
Tony Repanich
President and CEO
Shield Compliance
30+ years in financial services, including two decades as a senior executive at a Washington State community bank.
Former financial regulator and BSA Officer. Built one of the most successful cannabis and hemp banking programs in the U.S.
Event Description:
Join Tony Repanich (Shield Compliance) and Chris Van Dyck (Cogent Law) for a fireside chat with two of the industry's leading voices in cannabis and hemp banking. This discussion explores how financial institutions are approaching compliance, lending, risk, and strategy in an evolving regulatory landscape and what your institution needs to know to stay ahead.
Topics Covered:
- Recent federal developments and what they mean for banks and credit unions
- How to approach cannabis lending opportunities
- Strategies for managing risk and distinguishing your CRB program
- What makes a CRB a good client—and how to attract them
- Key service offerings to stay competitive
- Board engagement: why it matters and how to maintain it
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No. All Cogent Law webinars are complimentary and open to qualified professionals.
Yes. Registrants receive a link to the recording after the session. Past recordings can also be requested through our site.
Executives, compliance officers, general counsel, and operators in regulated industries — particularly cannabis, banking, and fintech.
Absolutely. You may submit questions during registration or reach us directly at contact@cogentlaw.com.
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