Speaker Spotlight
Mike Goral's BIO
As Partner at Verdant Strategies, Mike Goral J.D., LL.M advances the firm’s mission of turning complexity into clarity for cannabis operators, investors, and advisors. Based in New Jersey, he plays a pivotal role in Verdant’s expanding East Coast presence, bringing both regulatory expertise and a relationship-first approach to client success.
Recognized as a leading authority in the cannabis industry, Mike is the author of Multistate Cannabis Taxation for Thomson Reuters, the definitive resource on the subject. With more than a decade dedicated exclusively to cannabis operators, he has guided companies through tax, accounting, and operational complexities while helping many scale from single dispensaries into thriving multi-state organizations.
Mike’s proven track record of advising clients across legal cannabis markets strengthens Verdant’s practice and ensures operators have the financial clarity and strategic insight needed to scale with confidence.
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This is where change-makers across Ohio’s cannabis community come together to do what they do best — educate, innovate, and build a stronger industry. OCHBS is your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow a powerful professional network with the people shaping the future of cannabis in Ohio.
