Only 22% of leadership positions in the cannabis space are held by women, according to a 2021 MJBizDaily<\/em> report. To encourage more diversity in the cannabis industry, the Women in Cannabis Expo (WICE) is bringing together women in leadership roles from around the country to share their insights.\u00a0<\/p>\n Founded by owner Brooke M. Westlake, WICE is one of the industry\u2019s leading female-centric conferences. Westlake began her career in healthcare and has since launched a cannabis testing lab. <\/p>\n It was during this transition to the cannabis industry that Westlake realized a need for a national networking event where women could gather and find opportunities for career advancement. She is hosting four WICE events across the country this year.<\/p>\n When and Where<\/strong><\/p>\n The Denver, Colorado WICE takes place June 30 at the Curtis Hotel. The Curtis is a beautiful and eclectic hotel located in the heart of downtown Denver. It features unusual designs and vibrant themed rooms just two blocks from Denver\u2019s 16th street mall.\u00a0<\/p>\n The hotel venue is directly across the street from the Denver Performing Arts Complex, so attendees to WICE can pop over to catch an award-winning performance after the event. <\/p>\n Cultivators, retailers, scientists, and business owners are meeting at The Curtis to exhibit products and enjoy a full day of education and networking.\u00a0<\/p>\n Speakers<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cannatechtoday.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Screen-Shot-2022-06-28-at-3.01.59-PM.png\")