Business of Cannabis Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed
The Business of Cannabis Awards, now in its third year, continues to serve as Europe’s premier benchmark for excellence across the cannabis sector. Organised by the trusted Business of Cannabis platform, the awards draw on a panel of seasoned judges—including regulators, scientists, and business leaders—whose collective experience ensures a rigorous and transparent evaluation process. This year’s shortlist highlights innovators, clinicians, and teams that are shaping policy, technology, and patient care throughout the continent.
The awards ceremony will take place on 26 May 2026 in London, following the opening day of Cannabis Europa at The Barbican. Hosted at 83 Rivington Street, Shoreditch, the evening will feature music from Dublin‑based global club DJ Little O and is open to industry professionals free of charge.
AgriTech Provider of the Year
Recognising companies that advance cultivation technology, this category attracted submissions from both startups and established players.
- Fluence
- Valenveras SL
- GrowerIQ
- VIST Labs
Business Leader of the Year
This honour celebrates individuals whose vision and operational acumen have driven measurable growth and innovation within their organisations.
- Gary Whipp, Medicann
- Michael DeGiglio, Village Farms
- Jon Robson, MAMEDICA
- Steven Tan, Northern Leaf
- Niklas Kouparanis, Bloomwell Group GmbH
- Karl Bartolo, Alphafarma Operations Ltd.
- Michael Ponnath, Materia Deutschland GmbH
- Joshua Cuby, Niall Ivers & Gabriel Newman, Cantourage
- Raj Grover, High Tide Inc.
- Adam Windish, British Cannabis
Cannabis Clinic of the Year Sponsored by Cielo Verde Canada
Clinics that deliver exceptional patient care, education, and outcomes are highlighted in this sponsor‑supported category.
- Medicann
- MAMEDICA
- Curaleaf Clinic (UK)
- Curaleaf Centrum Medyczne
- CB1
- Cantourage°
- Cannabis Clinic Cardiff
- Bloomwell Group GmbH
Cannabis Team of the Year
Awarded to groups that demonstrate collaborative excellence across research, production, or patient services.
- Alphafarma Operations Ltd
- Medicann
- Tilray Medical
- Hologram Health
- Hilltop Leaf
- Curaleaf Laboratories
- Cantourage°
Consumer Technology Provider of the Year
This category spotlights platforms and apps that enhance consumer access, education, and product safety.
- Bloomwell Group
- Medistack
- Curaleaf Clinic (UK)
- Script Assist
- SVIBES UG
- Retail North LTD
- ReceptivIQ
European Company of the Year
Honouring organisations that exhibit leadership, compliance, and impact across multiple European markets.
- Cannabilog Ltd
- Aurora Europe GmbH
- Paralab Green
- Somai Pharmaceuticals LDA
- Bloomwell Group GmbH
- Curaleaf International
- Alphafarma Operations Ltd.
- The (Beemine) Lab, AliviumCBD
- Remexian Pharma
- Cantourage
Industry Rising Star Award
Highlighting emerging talent whose early‑career achievements signal future influence in the sector.
- Berta Kaguako, Ethvida
- Josephine McFarlane, GROW
- Nicole Farah, Americana PR
- Rachel Wilson-Cannon, Somai
- Tasha Whipp, Medicann
International Journalist of the Year Sponsored by Script Assist
Recognising writers who shape public understanding of cannabis through accurate, insightful reporting.
- Lukas Hurt, Magazine Konopi
- Aurelien Bernard, Newsweed
- João Costa, Cannareporter
- Moritz Forster, Krautinvest
- Liam O’Dowd, leafie
- Javier Hasse, El Planteo, High Times Magazine & IgniteIt
- Jodie Yettram
- Sara Payan, Planted with Sara Payan Podcast
Producer of the Year Sponsored by Loomis Pharma
Celebrating cultivators and manufacturers that set standards for quality, consistency, and sustainability.
- Aurora Cannabis Inc.
- Village Farms International
- Northern Leaf
- Dalgety
- GREEN KARAT
- Somai Pharmaceuticals
For further details on the judging panel, past winners, and how to attend the awards ceremony, visit the official Business of Cannabis Awards page.
