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SUMMARY:CannaBiz Sales Sessions: Intensive Sales Training for Cannabis Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:The “CannaBiz Sales Sessions” is a hands-on\, high-impact sales training series designed specifically for cannabis business owners and operators. This intensive virtual program helps participants master the skills needed to increase sales\, build stronger client relationships\, and navigate the unique compliance-driven sales environment of the cannabis industry.  \nEach session combines expert-led instruction and interactive scripting workshops where participants refine their own sales scripts and pitches with live feedback. Special guest speakers\, including successful dispensary owners\, compliance experts\, and B2B sales professionals\, will share insider strategies for standing out in the Illinois cannabis market.  \nExpect to be engaged\, challenged\, and supported as you learn how to confidently close deals while staying compliant with state regulations. Participants will walk away with a personalized sales playbook and a clear action plan for hitting their next revenue milestones.  \nWhat Will Happen & Expected Outcomes \n\nParticipate in live role-playing and scripting labs to sharpen your sales delivery \nReceive personalized feedback from cannabis sales experts and peers \nLearn how to create sales systems that scale across retail\, wholesale\, and B2B channels \nGain confidence in compliance-conscious selling within Illinois’s regulated market \nWalk away with a customized\, ready-to-use sales script and sales funnel plan tailored to your business \n\nCourse Topics  \n\nUnderstanding the Cannabis Sales Landscape in Illinois \nBuilding a Sales Mindset that Converts \nCrafting Persuasive Sales Scripts and Value Pitches \nOvercoming Objections in Cannabis Sales \nCompliance & Ethical Selling Practices \nRelationship Building with Retailers\, Growers\, and Suppliers \nPricing\, Negotiation\, and Closing Techniques \nLeveraging Data\, CRM Tools\, and Follow-Up Systems \nRole-Play Practice: Real Sales Conversations \nDeveloping a Cannabis Sales Action Plan \n\nCourse Details\nWhen:\nSession 1: Monday\, December 15 | 9:30am – 12:30pm\nSession 2: Tuesday\, December 16 | 9:30am – 12:30pm \nWhere: \nVirtual Meeting via Zoom  \nBusiness Age: \nStartups to Established Operators (All Stages Welcome)  \nStatus: \nCurrent Illinois State Licensees (Craft Growers\, Transporters\, Infusers\, and Dispensaries)  \nRequired: \nActive participation in interactive role-play and scripting exercises  \nTargeted Audience: \nIllinois-based cannabis business owners\, sales professionals\, and founders seeking to grow revenue and close more deals in a competitive market  \n 
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/cannabiz-sales-sessions-intensive-sales-training-for-cannabis-business-owners/2025-12-15/
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