The Sonoma County Fairgrounds lit up again last week with the passion of the cannabis industry for the Hall of Flowers Fall 2019. This premier, industry-only B2B trade show is meant to specifically facilitate business between those at the forefront of cannabis.
Now in its third season of operation, the show continues to raise the bar with the value and cultural significance it offers. This show brought in even more cannabis brands and high-profile influencers, and professionals than the previous HoF earlier this year.
With well over one hundred leading California cannabis brands present within the three exhibition halls and outdoor area—business was veritably done. What sets this show apart from other big conventions and trade shows is the electric level of networking occurring throughout the Fairgrounds.
Everywhere you looked it was blatantly obvious that people were actively networking and forming new connections. During most trade shows deals are made on the convention floor, while at HoF, you’re constantly within earshot of high-level moves being made. Even outside, in the perfect Fall weather in Santa Rosa, there was an even mix of those relaxing, and others that were busy seeking out new connections.
What’s more, by integrating two pop-up dispensaries (Show Grow, and Garden of Eden,) buyers and select guests could exchange coupons with an additional fee and get products to try. This is one of the few conventions where you’re legally allowed and encouraged to smoke on-site. With the ability to try products, business between buyers and sellers was exponentially easier.
Hall of Flowers Fall 2019 Key Speakers
Attendees of the show were able to rub shoulders with award-winning brands such as Alien Labs, Cookies, Connected Cannabis, Puffco, Trees by Game, Leafly, and many others. Even greater, the speakers for HoF third season were all highly influential people in cannabis, marketing, and entertainment.
Some of these names include Jim Jones, Chris “Drama” Pfaff, Shep Gordon, Coletrane Curtis, Bong Appetit’s Vanessa Lavorato, and several more. Attendees were also able to sneak a peek at Seth Rogan walking around interacting with brands. Everyone left the Sonoma County Fairgrounds this last week with an unforgettable experience that will undoubtedly bring them back for next time.