Edmonton, AB - Women Grow, a national professional network supporting female leaders and entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry, is launching an Edmonton chapter in May 2016.

This event, the first in a regular monthly series, will feature networking opportunities and industry perspectives from a guest speaker, John Vidmar, COO of NGK Biologix. Event info can be found at the Women Grow Edmonton Chapter event page.

“We are proud to have Mr. Vidmar speak at our inaugural event on behalf of NGK Biologix. We are excited to showcase Alberta based businesses in the cannabis industry that will create jobs and fuel our economy” says Alison McMahon, Chairwoman of Women Grow Edmonton.

“This is the first professional event in Edmonton that provides a forum for women (and men) at any stage of participation in the cannabis industry to make meaningful connections and grow their network.”

The Edmonton Chapter Launch Event takes place on Thurs., May 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Latitude 53 (10242 106 Street). Women and men at all stages of business growth in the cannabis industry are invited to attend. The lead event sponsor is Nutraponics Canada Corp.

Please see the attachment for additional information about Women Grow and the Edmonton Chapter Launch Event. Media credentials are available by request at least 24 hours in advance.

For media inquires or additional information please contact Alison McMahon, Women Grow Edmonton Chapter Chairwoman at edmonton@womengrow.com.