BREAKING: Seth Yatakan Announced as Keynote Speaker for LinkedLive CannabizCon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 1, 2025

Cannabis Powerbroker Seth Yakatan to Deliver Keynote Address at Highly Capitalized Network’s Groundbreaking Virtual Business Summit, LinkedIn Live HCN CannabizCon

LOS ANGELES, CA – Highly Capitalized Network (HCN) is proud to announce that Seth Yakatan — one of the most influential voices in the global cannabis industry — will headline LinkedIn Live! HCN CannabizCon, a first-of-its-kind virtual business conference and networking expo designed to virtually bring together cannabis professionals from across the globe without boarding a single plane or booking a single hotel room.

Presented by Highly Capitalized Network and sponsored by Breadstack cannabis eCommerce, CannabizCon offers five hours of industry-leading panels, real-time networking, and curated discussions. At its center: Seth Yakatan, delivering the keynote that will shape how we think about the future of the cannabis business.

With over 30 years of experience in corporate finance and deal-making — including $3 billion in structured capital and over $1.5 billion in cannabis and biotech transactions — Seth has earned a reputation as the blunt truth-teller and boardroom insider whose insights shape executive strategies across the sector.

As co-founder of Katan Associates, Inc., his strategic counsel has guided the growth of some of the most impactful companies in cannabis, wellness, and biotech.

He currently serves on the Board of FitLife Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTLF), and advises the top teams at some of the industry’s leading companies, ranging from Eaze out to Glasshouse. From royalty monetization deals to capital markets strategy, Seth’s influence is measurable — and massive.

“Seth has a front-row seat — and often a seat at the table — inside the boardrooms shaping cannabis today,” said Mark Collins, President of HCN. “He brings hard-earned wisdom and a rare ability to cut through the noise. He’s truly one of our best thinkers here on LinkedIn too, generously sharing insights that only an insider operating at the highest levels of our industry could ever know. We’re honored to have him open the event.”

At CannabizCon scores of people particiapting at the virtual networking event on May 15 at 12 PM PDT, will gather via their laptop or phones to join the conversation for 5 hours of networking.

In his keynote to kick off this first-of-its-kind event, Seth will offer a sweeping, no-holds-barred address on the future of cannabis, drawing from data and from his first-hand experience, we look forward to hearing from Seth what he’s see for the future of our industry at this virtual event. From regulatory chaos to capital crunches, Seth will chart where we are — and where we must go next.

Seth will take questions live after his keynote address May 15 1200 PM PDT. Register at Farechild.com at event called. LinkedIn Live HCN CannabizCon.

HCN’s editorial and commercial teams extend deep thanks to Seth for his generosity in donating his time and presence to this event, and for helping foster serious, high-level business conversation in the cannabis space.

A father of two, a dedicated yogi, and a collector of classic cars, Seth brings both gravitas and groundedness to every conversation. With 36,000+ followers on LinkedIn and appearances at premier events like Benzinga, MJ Unpacked, and Hall of Flowers, Seth Yakatan continues to shape the cannabis narrative from the inside out.

Join us on May 15 at 12PM PDT-5PM PDT for LinkedIn Live! CannabizCon. Register now at Farechild.com — and be part of a business summit unlike anything the cannabis industry has seen before.

Media Contact:
Andy Kovtun
HCN Communications
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