Now with the power of EMC!



The Emerging Markets Coalition (EMC) and the Association for Cannabis Banking (ACB) have joined forces in a strategic merger, forming a unified organization dedicated to advancing financial services for the cannabis industry. This merger combines the extensive expertise, networks, and advocacy efforts of both organizations, reinforcing their commitment to creating a transparent, traceable, and taxable financial ecosystem for cannabis-related businesses.

What EMC brings to our joint members

Education

EMC provides cannabis banking and financial services education and breaking news. In terms of standards, EMC has created cash management standards, cannabis payments guidelines, and Cannabis Financial Risk Management Best Practices. In addition, EMC brings podcasts, webinars and white papers. Topics include: The Cannabis Cash Crisis: Why Banking is a Big Deal; Dispensaries – How to Prevent a Holdup; and Getting Cannabis Companies Access to Safe Banking.

Strategic Alliances

We believe collaboration is key to driving success in the banking and financial services industry. That’s why we’ve formed strategic alliances with leading organizations across various sectors, including education, compliance and technology. These partnerships allow us to offer comprehensive, cutting-edge training programs and solutions that meet the evolving needs of banks, credit unions and financial institutions.

About EMC

EMC is a non-profit, 501c3 trade coalition of financial services (FS) companies involved in all things money in cannabis – banking, payments, insurance, lending, retirement, and investment. EMC serves as the front face for FS – to government (legislative, regulatory, law enforcement, taxation), industry, trade organizations, media, advocacy groups and academia. EMC serves to educate, advocate, protect, and promote on behalf of its joint members.

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