Leslie K. Danks Burke, J.D., is a lawyer, adjunct Professor of Law at Cornell Law School, and adjunct full Professor in Cornell University’s School of Integrative Plant Science, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS). Her career in tax, international dispute resolution, and human and civil rights led her to increasing concern about political polarization and damage to the democratic republic arising from tax and economic inequity. Professor Danks Burke transitioned into policy advocacy in rural economic development. Her anti-corruption work has been featured on NPR, and for three years, she provided weekly commentary for the NBC affiliate broadcasting across the rural Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Professor Danks Burke holds a B.A. from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. On a personal note, Professor Danks Burke’s parents farm corn and wheat in eastern Colorado.
Labor and Business Considerations in the Cannabis IndustryCornell Course
Course Overview
Every business structure has its own set of benefits and drawbacks, and that holds true in the cannabis industry. When operating in a developing market, it is especially important to understand the nuances of various business entities and discover the perfect framework tailored to your unique venture.
In this course, you explore options for structuring your New York State cannabis industry business and gain insights to empower your decision making. You will examine how to identify the best business entity for you, whether you are cultivating cannabis or processing it, or you are a retail seller or an investor. You will also consider how to set up a flexible entity that not only survives but thrives in the face of long-term shifts.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to make informed decisions about structuring your New York cannabis business to endure, adapt, and succeed moving forward.
You are required to have completed the following courses or have equivalent experience before taking this course:
- Understanding Federal Cannabis Regulation
Key Course Takeaways
- Identify what type of business entity is the best structure for your business
- Determine how your existing business structure will need to change with cannabis in your portfolio
- Explore how to set up an entity for long-term flexibility around cannabis factors
How It Works
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Who Should Enroll
- Entrepreneurs
- Cannabis-industry business leaders
- Cannabis growers, producers and hobbyists
- Farmers
- Investors
- Cannabis industry marketers
- Lawyers
- Healthcare professionals
- Current students in law, public policy, or agriculture
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