Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq.

Acting Chair at @MA_Cannabis. @Harvard YALP alum. @BosBizJournal 40 Under 40. HBCU grad @jcsuniversity. MBA @bccarrollschool. Opinions are my own.

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

“We are our ancestors’ wildest dreams.”

Commissioner Clyburn, Commissioner Concepcion, and Congressman Clyburn @JimClyburnSC1

#Clyburns #Family #Changemakers

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

The Commission will host a hybrid public meeting at Oak Bluffs Public Library today starting at 11 a.m. Those who cannot participate in person may email comments to [email protected]. To review the agenda or find a link to the livestream, click here: https://t.co/xN8lSGx6Tm

[Tom Angell 🌳📰ⓥ @tomangell]

White House Office of National Drug Control Policy Director Rahul Gupta decried the "failed policies" of marijuana prohibition that have "destroyed lives"—adding that rescheduling will lead to "less expensive and more legal" cannabis-based medicines.

https://t.co/aUUywRflaL

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

ICYMI: I had the pleasure of joining @SueNBCBoston and @MattPrichardTV on @IssueNBCBoston and @NBC10Boston to talk federal cannabis rescheduling. MA has been and remains a leader in this space, ready and willing to share our proven practices as rescheduling moves forward.

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

Acting Chair @AvaCConcepcion recently joined @IssueNBCBoston to discuss the federal reclassification of marijuana, the Commission’s Social Equity Program, and other agency updates. Watch:
https://t.co/QvgD91zyeP

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

Honoring Memorial Day and celebrating my incredible husband for finishing the Annual Boston Run to Remember in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🏃🏽‍♂️‍➡️🇺🇸#MemorialDay #RunToRemember #HonorAndRemember

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

@shaleentitle @Forbes Well deserved 👏🏾 Congratulations @shaleentitle

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

Following legalization in 2016, and the opening of the state’s first two Marijuana Retailers in 2018, the Commonwealth’s adult-use cannabis market has flourished, generating more than $6 billion in gross sales. Learn more:

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

🚨🚨Today is the final day to apply for the @MA_Cannabis Social Equity Program. Benefits include free training, fast-tracked reviews, waived fees, and exclusive access to certain license types. Apply by April 30! #SocialEquity #CannabisBusiness #Opportunity

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

Applications for the Commission's Social Equity Program are now open! Wondering if you’re eligible to participate? To view the eligibility criteria, visit https://t.co/6vSn2C5nT0

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

“The longer marijuana remains scheduled in the CSA, the longer our communities face senselessly severe penalties and the longer the marijuana laws of the majority of U.S. states remain in conflict with federal law,” Thank you @ewarren for making it plain

[Elizabeth Warren @ewarren]

Right now, marijuana has the same status under federal law as heroin and is labeled as more dangerous than fentanyl or cocaine—which makes no scientific sense. President Biden has called on the DEA to review this policy, and it’s time for them to act.
https://t.co/FD3p8Nev0Z

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

Thank you @HBS Cannabis Business Association for creating space to discuss the intricacies of cannabis regulation and the importance of inclusive practices within legislative frameworks. It was the perfect way to cap 4/20 week. #HarvardBusinessSchool #cannabis #cannabisindustry

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

Thank you, @HarvardHBS, for hosting the Cannabis Business Conference last weekend! Acting Chair @AvaCConcepcion and stakeholders from CT, VT, NJ and NY spoke about supporting legacy operators' transition to the legal market and safe, effective access to cannabis in the Northeast.

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

The Commission's Product Catalog is a comprehensive database of regulated marijuana products sold in Massachusetts. Check it out here: https://t.co/w74YsKwVe5

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

On Sunday, 4/21, at 2:15 p.m., Acting Chair @AvaCConcepcion will join representatives from other legalized states for the "Navigating Cannabis Regulations" panel as part of Harvard Business School’s Cannabis Business Conference happening at Klarman Hall. https://t.co/oSKuuqOXzr

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

It's April! If you’re getting ready to celebrate 4/20 soon, please check out our public education website, https://t.co/9rOFhkzg9b, for tips and resources to understand what’s allowed under Massachusetts law and how to avoid certain risks.

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

Next week, @MA_Cannabis will host the fifth of six Social Equity Program Application Clinics on April 10 from 5-7 p.m. at the DCU Center in Worcester. Learn more, register, and view the full schedule below.
@MassEOED @masscultivated @TweetWorcester
https://t.co/7JRAqSeeSb

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

Applications for the Commission's Social Equity Program are now open! Wondering if you’re eligible to participate? To view the eligibility criteria, visit https://t.co/6vSn2C5nT0

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

Happy #COWBOYCARTER Day Madam Attorney General @MassAGO 🤠

[Andrea Joy Campbell @AJCampbellMA]

Happy Beyoncé Release Day to all who celebrate! 🤠My #COWBOYCARTER top five in no particular order:

1) II MOST WANTED
2) 16 CARRIAGES (in sequence on the album)
3) YA YA
4) PROTECTOR
5) JOLENE

Honorable mentions for TYRANT, LEVII’S JEANS, and BODYGUARD!

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

On Saturday, Acting Chair @AvaCConcepcion will participate in a fireside chat with Talking Joint Memo’s @Fara1 to discuss the state of the agency and the industry, as well as plans and projections for the future. Looking forward to seeing you there!

https://t.co/QeXZM1JtJl

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

@MAJuanJaramillo Appreciate you Councillor 🙂

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

Before joining @MA_Cannabis, I worked in @MAStateHouse creating MA’s expungement laws in the wake of cannabis legalization. Joining @SeeRCC was a full circle moment and a reminder of the big picture. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences.

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

This past weekend, Commission staff and Acting Chair @AvaCConcepcion attended the Changing Legacies Expungement Clinic at @SeeRCC to provide resources and answer questions about the Social Equity Program. Thank you to @masscultivated and @AYRWellness for hosting!

[Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission @MA_Cannabis]

Applications for the Cannabis Control Commission’s Social Equity Program are now open!
Learn more about the program and how to apply through visiting: https://t.co/6vSn2C5nT0

[Ava Callender Concepcion, Esq. @AvaCConcepcion]

Celebrating this Black History Month as the first Black @MA_Cannabis Commissioner and Acting Chair with a new Headshot. Happy Monday! #BlackHistoryMonth #cannabisindustry #mapoli