Summer Cannabis Banking Bootcamp

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 12 PM ET | 90 Minutes

For institutions pursuing low-cost deposits, high-yield lending opportunities and entrance to new markets, cannabis banking has become a valuable and established niche.  Accordingly, this comprehensive and complimentary webinar covers the fundamentals of building a compliant cannabis banking program, with dedicated focus on what has changed in 2026 at the regulatory level and how lending fits into a mature program. Whether your institution is just exploring cannabis banking or looking to expand an existing program, this session will give you practical frameworks, real-world examples, and clear next steps.

Agenda

The Cannabis Banking Opportunity 

  • Market size and growth trajectory
  • Why financial institutions are entering this space now
  • How institutions of all sizes are successfully serving cannabis-related businesses (CRBs)

2026 Regulatory Updates 

  • What has changed at the federal and state level
  • What examiners are focused on in 2026
  • State-level regulatory developments to watch

Successful Compliance and Growth Frameworks 

  • Getting your board on board: building a strategic launch plan
  • Due diligence workflows for onboarding cannabis-related businesses
  • Ongoing monitoring practices that satisfy regulators and auditors
  • Technology and automation in compliance programs

Lending Options for Cannabis Businesses  

  • Credit structures and underwriting approaches for CRBs
  • Collateral considerations 
  • Building a lending program that works within your risk tolerance
  • Case studies from institutions actively lending to CRBs

Risk Management & Examiner Readiness  

  • Key risk management practices that hold up under examination
  • Documentation and audit trail best practices

Q&A  

  • Get your questions answered live by industry experts

Takeaways

  • Copies of all presentation materials
  • 90-day access to the recording
MEET OUR

Presenters

Stacy Litke

VP, Banking Programs, Green Check

Stacy Litke is VP of Banking Programs at Green Check Verified with decades of experience in the financial services industry.  Time spent in retail, lending, operations, and technology — and from the seats of a community banker, fintech executive, and consultant — has provided Stacy with a comprehensive view of the industry.  Prior to joining Green Check, Stacy was SVP of Operations for a Massachusetts-based, $900 million institution.  Today, she uses her collective experience to help financial institutions with compliant cannabis banking programs.

Casey Reese

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With over two decades of experience in financial services, Casey Reese is an expert in anti- money laundering, financial crimes compliance, and managing high-risk portfolios. In her current role at Green Check Verified, she partners with banks and credit unions nationwide to design and implement successful, compliant cannabis banking programs. A Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and Accredited Cannabis Banking Professional (ACBP), Casey has led major compliance transformations at institutions ranging from regional banks to national financial organizations. Known for her ability to bring clarity to complex challenges, she combines technical expertise with a deep sense of purpose and compassion. Driven by a commitment to serve the underserved and create safer systems, she brings heart, vision, and actionable insight to every conversation—empowering others to lead with confidence and impact in rapidly evolving industries.