The cannabis industry on Long Island is experiencing significant growth, accompanied by complex financial, tax, and regulatory considerations.
As federal reclassification discussions continue and the impact of Section 280E remains central, operators and advisors must stay informed and strategic.
Join us on March 10 at The Milleridge Inn for a focused discussion featuring experienced professionals advising businesses within this evolving sector.
Topics Will Include:
- Section 280E and potential changes ahead
- Federal reclassification developments
- Banking access and capital considerations
- The broader economic outlook for the industry
We are also proud to welcome Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, CEO of Family and Children’s Association (FCA), who will open the program with brief remarks on the impact of cannabis on Long Island and how FCA continues to work within the community.
Event Schedule
- Networking Reception: 6:00 to 7:00 PM
- Panel Discussion: 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Meet Our Panel
PANELIST
Danielle Tricolla
Partner, Litigation | Co-Chair, Cannabis
Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP
Danielle E. Tricolla is a Partner at Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP. As a member of the firm’s Litigation practice group, Ms. Tricolla handles a variety of business disputes and commercial litigation matters, including corporate dissolution and shareholder derivative actions, contract disputes, real property actions, regulatory compliance issues and employment claims.
Ms. Tricolla co-chairs the firm’s Cannabis practice group. Having extensive knowledge of the cannabis industry, she works closely with cannabis businesses to provide general day-to-day legal and business counseling, and assists her clients with risk management, dispute resolution and compliance issues. Ms. Tricolla represents both well-established cannabis businesses and start-ups at every level of the supply chain, including cultivators, processors, retail businesses and ancillary businesses.
In 2017, Ms. Tricolla was selected as a recipient of the “30 Under 30” Award from Long Island Business News and was selected to the New York Metro Super Lawyers Rising Star list. She was included in Long Island Business News’ “Ones to Watch” in 2016. Ms. Tricolla has been published in the New York Real Estate Journal and the Nassau Lawyer and was spotlighted in New York Real Estate Journal’s “Women in Real Estate”.
Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Tricolla was a law clerk at a New York City law firm and a legal intern in the Legal and Business Affairs department at Discovery Communications.
PANELIST
Jill Scher
Managing Director, Business & Tax Services
CBIZ, Inc.
Jill Scher, CPA, MS, is a managing director in the Tax & Business Services Division at CBIZ Inc. With over 25 years of experience in public and private accounting, Jill has developed a stellar reputation for her ability to build strong relationships and apply her diverse experience, technical proficiency, and problem-solving skills across various industries including manufacturing, technology, cannabis, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and green energy.
Jill specializes in tax consulting, compliance, transaction structuring, and representation, advising on tax minimization and deferral strategies for companies and their owners. She is skilled at identifying tax and credit incentive opportunities such as research & development, work opportunity, and investment tax credits. She also advises on tax ramifications prior to potential transactions and has successfully assisted clients in the abatement of IRS and state penalties.
A recognized expert in the cannabis industry, Jill supports companies with technology solutions, tax planning, and relationship building within the sector. She actively shares her knowledge through frequent speaking engagements and teaches classes on tax, technical, and professional ethics for continuing education to CPAs.
Jill serves on the Board of the Long Island Capital Alliance (LICA) and the Executive Finance Committee of the Tesla Science Center. She previously served as a Director on the Board of the Nassau Chapter of the New York State Society of CPAs. Jill holds a BS in Accounting and an MS in Taxation from the State University of New York at Albany.
Currently with CBIZ Inc., a leading provider of accounting, tax, advisory, insurance, and HR solutions, Jill continues to contribute significantly to the firm's mission of helping clients manage finances, reduce risk, and improve performance. CBIZ, with over 10,000 employees and more than 100 offices worldwide, collaborates closely with CBIZ CPAs P.C., an independent CPA firm that offers audit, review, and other attest services.
PANELIST
Peter Su
Director of Specialty Banking
First Central Savings Bank
Peter is a banking executive with 20+ years of experience across the banking and financial services spectrum. He has personally spearheaded cannabis banking programs as team lead at multiple banks, and has acted as a consultant to dozens of other FIs banking cannabis across the country.
An active member of the cannabis industry, Peter is currently on the executive board of the Asian Cannabis Roundtable, serving as treasurer. He is an executive member of the Cannabis Collective. And, he is an advisory council member for the Minority Cannabis Academy. Additionally, he writes about the cannabis industry for Rolling Stone on the Rolling Stone Cannabis Culture Council.
Previously, he also held a position as an advisory panel board member for Pace University's Lubin School of Business. As well as served as a member of the Banking & Financial Services Committee for the National Cannabis Industry Association. And, he is a veteran of the United States Army.
MODERATOR
Eric Altstadter
Retired Partner
EisnerAmper LLP
Eric Altstadter is a retired Audit Partner and was the leader for cannabis and hemp services within the Manufacturing and Distribution practice. He has more than 30 years of experience working with public companies and privately held businesses throughout the country.
Eric has helped numerous clients through the complex financial reporting and compliance issues associated with the filing of registration statements with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and raising capital from other groups. He has significant experience with companies in the financial services, technology, manufacturing and distribution, and retail industries.
Eric is also a frequent speaker on accounting, auditing and business topics. He is regularly recognized by the_ Long Island Business News_ (LIBN) in their Who's Who in Accounting and Who's Who in Audits editions. Eric was previously named by LIBN as one of the "Around 50" honorees in recognition of his leadership and support of Long Island businesses and the community.
This program is designed for cannabis operators, financial professionals, legal advisors, investors, and business leaders seeking practical insight into this expanding industry.
Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged.
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