EMC is non-profit 501c3 trade coalition of financial services (FS) companies involved in all things money in cannabis – banking, payments, insurance, lending, retirement, and investors. We serve as the front face for FS – to government (legislative, regulatory, law enforcement, taxation), industry, trade organizations, media, advocacy groups & academia.
Save the Date! The Cannabis Banking Experience July 30 – 31, 2025
Join us in New Mexico this Summer for 2 full days of speakers, panels, networking, research and education cover both Cannabis Banking Compliance, as well as topics on how to attract and retain Cannabis Related Businesses! Save the date and visit this ACB site often for more information on this must-attend event!
The Industry’s FIRST Definitive “Cannabis Banking” Reference Textbook
Order your copy TODAY of the book that the industry can’t stop talking about! From the Founders of the ACB, “Cannabis Banking – Legal Frameworks and Practical Solutions for Cultivating Compliance” is for everyone needing to know how to understand and navigate the opportunities and challenges confronting businesses today.
The industry’s first definitive reference textbook covering everything you and your financial institution, organization, university/college, or library needs on cannabis banking basics, compliance, marketing, lending, payments and more!
The Cannabis Banking Industry’s Most-Trusted Training Provider.
The ACB provides the industry’s most comprehensive training platform, built specifically for cannabis professionals. Our expertise extends beyond training, creating a bridge between cannabis businesses, financial institutions, regulators, and policymakers.
Trusted by financial institutions, government officials, business leaders, and higher education institutions driving the cannabis banking industry forward. By fostering collaboration among financial institutions and regulatory bodies, we aim to drive innovation and improve accessibility in the cannabis market.
Our Customers Say it All!
“Our team members hold the prestigious certification in Cannabis Banking from the ACB, highlighting their specialized skills in this industry. We are not consultants or fly-by-night advisors. We have a vested interest in seeing your business grow and we understand the challenges and rewards of business banking from seed to harvest. Led by Mississippi and Alabama cannabis banking experts, CannaFirst Financial will help you navigate regulatory waters and protect your income.” (LinkedIn, June 2024)
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Why Become an ACB Member?
Becoming a member of the ACB offers cannabis bankers numerous advantages including Industry-Specific Networking, Education and Training, Advocacy, Regulatory Guidance, Credibility and Recognition, Opportunities for Leadership, and a Unified Voice.
The ACB Commitment to the Underserved
The ACB is dedicated to serving the educational and research needs of women and minority owners and practitioners in the cannabis industry. We offer scholarships for the ACB Cannabis Banking Professional certification (the first certification launched back in 2020!). Please contact us about nominating candidates for this exclusive scholarship by emailing Erin@the-acb.org.
Bank and Credit Union (FI) Enterprise-wide Membership Benefits & Fees
Your ACB Membership Includes (for your ENTIRE Financial Institution or Corporation):
The industry’s first Cannabis Banking Certification, the Cannabis Banking Professional (CBP)™ – We’ve expanded our certifications to include our Foundational (CBP)™, Advanced (CBPA)™, and Executive (CBPE)™.
Board of Director/Executive Training – the topics that your C-Suite needs to understand, like risk and regulations that impact your financial institution.
Member Webinars (our entire catalog of over 25 webinars for 2024), Research Insights, Ask the Experts Quarterly Town Hall Webcasts, Compliance Toolkits and Checklists.
High 5! Compliance Briefings – About 5 minutes in length, these “briefings” discuss a targeted topic like “The Cole Memo”, “Controlled Substance Act”, “BSA Requirements for Cannabis Bankers” and many more!
