MEMBERSHIP TIERS

 Join the forefront of Connecticut's cannabis advocacy with our Good Bud CCSBA Supporter Member Tier. For just $25, you gain access to a community passionate about driving change and supporting small cannabis businesses. This tier offers:

• Exclusive CCSBA Supporter Decal: Showcase your support and be recognized within the community.
• Regular Insightful Newsletters: Stay informed with the latest industry trends, legislative updates, events, and CCSBA activities.
• Advocacy Opportunities: Make your voice heard in shaping the future of cannabis in Connecticut.
• Invitation to Annual Mixer: Network with fellow members, industry leaders, and advocates at our exclusive yearly event.
• Access to Exclusive AI Tools: Leverage cutting-edge AI resources tailored for the cannabis industry challenges and opportunities.

Designed for cannabis business leaders, the Founding Business Member Tier, at $420, is your gateway to strategic growth and networking. This tier is packed with value-added services to propel your business forward:

• Business Directory Listing: Increase your visibility among CCSBA members and beyond.
• Monthly Policy-Shaping Events: Participate in exclusive CCSBA events,  have the opportunity to be featured on podcast radio, and help to influence future cannabis policy and general industry direction.
• Private Industry Expert Forum Access: Engage in thought-provoking discussions with leading hemp and  cannabis experts.
• Access Exclusive Business Member Workshops and Custom Tailored Courses
• Marketing Amplification: Benefit from a free annual email blast to our engaged member base and network of viewers showcasing your business and brand.
• Tailored AI Business Tool: Receive a discounted custom-designed AI Agent with GPT4 capabilities, specifically trained on your business information, offering unparalleled assistance in any domain. This Ai will be your sole property and we will assist you to have your Ai listed for monetization purposes through OpenAi Exclusive GPT Store allowing you to reap the benefits of your creation. (Custom AI Development for this tier is subject to applicable service fees)
• Comprehensive Networking and Learning Opportunities: Plus all the foundational benefits of the lower tiers.

As a Visionary Leadership Sponsor you take an instrumental role in shaping a much more balanced and prosperous Connecticut cannabis landscape for small businesses. This tier is tailored for visionary individuals who are inspiring and funding the future of our local educational and advocacy initiatives.  Your leadership, vision, and support are pivotal in driving a meaningful change in CT. Exclusive Visionary Benefits Include:

• Strategic Influence: Play a significant role in shaping the CCSBA's strategic direction. Gain direct access to the board and be a key voice in the decision-making process aligned with the CCSBA mission

• Premier Visibility: Achieve unparalleled recognition across all CCSBA platforms, events, and publications, highlighting your dedication to our mission and supporting local small business inclusion in Connecticut's cannabis sector.

• Tailored Engagements: Network annually with industry leaders, government officials, and key stakeholders in exclusive, member-only settings, fostering valuable connections and collaborative ventures. Establish strong connections with other high-tier members and leaders in intimate, high-impact settings, building robust collaborations and alliances.

• Thought Leadership Platform: Share your insights during board meetings and seize opportunities to be a prominent speaker at various industry-related events, contributing to thought leadership.

• Workshop Hosting: Gain exclusive rights to host and sponsor industry workshops, reinforcing your influence and expertise in the sector.

• Customized Collaborations: Develop and propel unique programs or research projects through strategic partnerships within the CCSBA network, in line with our collective purpose and visionary goals.

• Personalized AI Assistants:  Crafted to ensure your business excels, our offering includes up to five custom-designed AI tools, each tailored to meet your unique strategic needs. These tools are specifically developed to enhance key aspects of your business, from staff development and decision-making to content creation, operational efficiency, and customer engagement. With endless possibilities at your fingertips, these AI tools empower you to bring any idea to life, truly allowing for limitless creativity and innovation in your business operations. All These Ai tools will be your sole property and we will assist you to have your Ai listed for monetization purposes at no extra cost through the newly launched OpenAi  GPT Store allowing you to reap the benefits of your creation. (Custom AI Development for this tier is subject to applicable service fees).

• Along with these exclusive privileges, you also enjoy all the foundational benefits offered by the lower tiers.