Horizons Northwest

Thursday - Growing a Psilocybin Economy

Thursday, September 15, 2022

A briefing for entrepreneurs, executives, funders, and stakeholders on working with psilocybin in Oregon.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:00 AM - Housekeeping Remarks

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks
Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - Fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act
Angela Allbee, EMPA

A briefing from the Oregon Health Authority on the fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act, with a focus on the establishment, licensing, and compliance of private organizations and businesses.

10:15 AM - Operating in Oregon Under the Psilocybin Services Act
Kaci Hohmann, Esq
Dave Kopilak, Esq

A discussion of legal and practical questions and considerations for new and existing organizations from attorneys who were involved in the drafting of the PSA legislation.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - Building purpose-driven businesses
Kevin Bayuk

A survey of new ideas and methods for designing profitable businesses with deep commitment to ethical values and integrity.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Starting Services Centers, Manufacturers and Training Programs
Rebecca Martinez
Rachel Aidan, PhDc

Stories of entrepreneurs already engaged in creating service centers, training programs, and manufacturing endeavors.

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - Fundraising, Investing and Philanthropy in Oregon
Les Szabo

Views from funders on how and why to put money behind Oregon's psilocybin economy.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion between the day's speakers and the audience on the questions of the day.

5:45 PM - Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation
Tom Eckert, MS

5:50 PM - Closing Remarks from Horizons PBC
Kevin Balktick

5:55 PM - Closing Performance

6:00 PM - Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM - Adjourn
Friday - Psychedelics in Science

Friday, September 16, 2022

A briefing for the public on the science of psychedelics as a tool for healing and understanding.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:00 AM - Housekeeping Remarks
Kevin Balktick

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks

9:30 AM - The Science of Psychedelic Medicine and Spirituality
Stephen Ross, MD

A survey of recent evidence for the potential medical, spiritual, and personal benefits of the responsible use of psychedelics, and the ongoing efforts to understand why, from leading researchers.

11:00 AM - Break

12:00 PM - Diversity, Biology and history of Psilocybin-containing Fungi
Jessie Uehling

12:15 PM - Recent Scientific Explorations of Mycology and Psilocybin
Paul Staments

Renowned mycologist, author, advocate, entrepreneur Paul Stamets addresses recent research and findings into the beneficial properties of psilocybin-containing fungi.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelic Research in the Pacific Northwest
Dr. Pamela Kryskow
Jenna Kachmarik

Highlights of recent and ongoing clinical research projects from scientists in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia.

3:30 PM - Break

3:50 PM - How Will Oregon Advance Scientific Research?
Adie Rae (Wilson-Poe), PhD
Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD

A discussion of how the Psilocybin Services Act may expand and expedite scientific research both within and beyond Oregon.

4:50 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A wide-ranging moderated discussion between the day's speakers, and Q+A from the audience

5:30 PM- Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation
David Bronner

5:45 PM - Closing Remarks from Horizons PBC
Kevin Balktick

5:55 PM- Closing Performance

6:00 PM - Adjourn
Saturday - Psychedelics in Oregon

Saturday, September 17, 2022

Dialogues about the present and future of psychedelics in Oregon.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM- Doors Open

9:00 AM - Housekeeping Remarks
Kevin Balktick

9:10 AM - Opening Remarks
Nathan Howard
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - Understanding the Psilocybin Services Act
Angela Allbee, EMPA
Atheir Abbas, M.D, PhD
Angela M Carter, ND

An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin, and the decriminalization of drugs in Oregon.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - The Story of Measure 109
Tom Eckert, MS

The tale of how a community of activists worked for years to create a new model for legal access to psychedelics.

12:00 PM - The Varieties of Psychedelic Care
Barb Hansen, MA, RN
Claudia Cuentas

An exploration of the spectrum of care and practices supported by the Psilocybin Services Act.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Risk, Harm and Psychedelics
Brian Anderson, MD MSc

Psychedelics are a unique class of drugs that come with serious risks, even when used carefully. What do their users and the public need to understand about their potential for harm, both inherently and as a result of practitioner misconduct?

3:10 PM - Making the Oregon Model a Success
Sam Chapman
Alice S. Liu

What will it take to bring the vision of Measure 109 to fruition in a responsible and equitable way?

4:00 PM - Break

4:20 PM - Psychedelic Policy in Oregon and Everything After
Graham Boyd
Ismail Lourido Ali, JD

How does the Oregon model fit into the national drug policy discourse, and how will it affect legislation and regulation to come?

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:40 PM - Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation
Tom Eckert, MS

5:45 PM - Closing Remarks from Horizons PBC
Kevin Balktick

5:50 PM - Closing Performance

5:55 PM - Adjourn
Sunday - Psychedelics in the World

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Dialogues about the role of psychedelics in traditional, contemporary, and global settings.

SCHEDULE

8:30 AM- Doors Open

9:30 AM - Housekeeping Remarks
Kevin Balktick

9:45 AM - Opening Remarks
Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

10:00 AM - The Indigenous Past and Present of Psilocybin in the Americas

An introduction to the history of psilocybin mushroom practices in Mesoamerican societies, and their interactions with the globalized world.

10:45 AM - Indigenous Views of the Psychedelic Renaissance
Marlena Robbins

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

11:30 AM - Break

12:00 PM - Religious adn Spiritual Approaches to Psychedelics
Belinda Eriacho
Bob Jesse
Bia Labate, PhD

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:15 PM - Psychedelics in the Wild

How are psychedelics being used today out in the world, and what will become of the psychedelic subculture as they become part of polite society?

3:00 PM - Underground Stories and Overground Futures
William Leonard Pickard

Reflections on the past, present, and future of psychedelics from a chemist, author and policy scholar alleged to have produced 90% of the world's LSD.

4:00 PM - Break

4:45 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation
Tom Eckert, MS

5:40 PM - Closing Remarks from Horizons PBC
Kevin Balktick

5:50 PM - Closing Performance

5:55 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Thursday 9/15

Thursday, September 15, 2022

A forum for entrepreneurs, executives, funders, and stakeholders on participating in Oregon’s psilocybin ecosystem. Corinne Celko, Esq. will moderate.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM – Doors Open

9:00 AM – Opening Remarks
Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM – Fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act
Angela Allbee, EMPA

A briefing from the Oregon Health Authority on the fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act, with a focus on the establishment, licensing, and compliance of private organizations and businesses.

10:15 AM – Operating in Oregon Under the Psilocybin Services Act
Kaci Hohmann, Esq
Dave Kopilak, Esq

A discussion of legal and practical questions and considerations for new and existing organizations from attorneys who were involved in the drafting of the PSA legislation.

11:00 AM – Break

11:30 AM – Building a Community-Oriented Care Industry
Bennet A. Zelner, PhD
Tyler Norris

12:15 PM – Building Purpose-Driven Businesses
Derek Razo
Kevin Bayuk

A survey of new ideas and methods for designing profitable businesses with deep commitment to ethical values and integrity.

1:00 PM – Lunch

2:30 PM – Starting Services Centers, Manufacturers and Training Programs
Christiane Farentinos, MPH, CPCC
Elizabeth Nielson, PhD
Benjamin Brubaker
Kate Gillespie, LCSW
Will MacHugh
Rebecca Martinez
Rachel Aidan, PhDc
Benjamin Lightburn

Stories of entrepreneurs already engaged in creating service centers, training programs, and manufacturing endeavors.

4:00 PM – Break

4:30 PM – Fundraising, Investing and Philanthropy in Oregon
Les Szabo
Tom Eckert, MS
Hanifa Nayo Washington
James Bailey

Views from funders on how and why to put money behind Oregon’s psilocybin economy.

5:15 PM – Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion between the day’s speakers and the audience on the questions of the day.

5:45 PM – Closing Remarks
Kevin Balktick
Tom Eckert, MS

6:00 PM– 7:30 – Growing the Psilocybin Economy Reception

Presented by Healing Advocacy Fund and Emerge Law Group

Horizons Northwest guests are invited to attend a special reception following the day’s programming “Growing the Psilocybin Economy” hosted by Healing Advocacy Fund and Emerge Law Group. Enjoy complimentary snacks and libations while networking and meeting leaders in the psychedelic community.

Schedule for Friday 9/16

Friday, September 16, 2022

A briefing for the public on the science of psychedelics as a tool for healing and personal growth. Alissa Bazinet, PhD will moderate.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM – Doors Open

9:15 AM – Opening Remarks
Alissa Bazinet, PhD
Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM – The Science of Psychedelic Medicine and Spirituality
Andrea Gomez, PhD
Stephen Ross, MD

A survey of recent evidence for the potential medical, spiritual, and personal benefits of the responsible use of psychedelics, and the ongoing efforts to understand why, from leading researchers.

11:00 AM – Break

11:30 AM – Diversity, Biology and history of Psilocybin-containing Fungi
Jessie Uehling, PhD
Michele Wiseman

An overview of the facts about psilocybin mushrooms from mycologists at Oregon State University.

12:00 PM – Psilocybin & Neurogenesis: A Narrative for the Entourage Effect of Microdosing
Paul Stamets

Renowned mycologist, author, advocate, entrepreneur Paul Stamets addresses recent research and findings into the beneficial properties of psilocybin-containing fungi.

1:00 PM – Lunch

2:30 PM – Psychedelic Research in the Pacific Northwest
Pamela Kryskow, MD
Jenna Kachmarik, BA, BS
Chris Stauffer, MD
Anthony Back, MD

Highlights of recent and ongoing clinical research projects from scientists in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia.

3:30 PM – Recognizing and Bridging the Equity Gaps in the Psychedelic Sciences
Joseph McCowan, PsyD

Reflection on the reality of inequity in the field of clinical psychedelic research and practice, and what it will take to expand the community.

4:00 PM – Break

4:30 PM – How Will Oregon Advance Scientific Research?
Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD
Adie Rae (Wilson-Poe), PhD
Jason Luoma, PhD

A discussion of how the Psilocybin Services Act may expand and expedite scientific research both within and beyond Oregon.

5:00 PM – Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A wide-ranging moderated discussion between the day’s speakers, and Q+A from the audience

5:30 PM – Closing Remarks
Kevin Balktick
Alissa Bazinet, PhD
David Bronner

6:00 PM – Adjourn

Schedule for Saturday 9/17

Saturday, September 17, 2022

An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin. Ana LaDou will moderate.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM – Doors Open

9:00 AM – Opening Remarks
The Honorable Congressman Earl Blumenauer
Nathan Howard
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM – The Story of Measure 109
Tom Eckert, MS

The tale of how a community of activists worked for years to create a new model for legal access to psychedelics.

10:00 AM – An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin.
Angela Allbee, EMPA
Atheir Abbas, M.D, PhD
Jessie Uehling, PhD

An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin.

11:00 AM – Break

11:30 AM – Understanding Measure 110 and the Drug Decriminalization and Addiction Treatment Initiative
Blue Valentine, CHW

An overview of the law and rules that govern the decriminalization of all drugs and addiction treatment support services in Oregon.

12:00 PM – The Varieties of Psychedelic Care
Pilar Hernandez-Wolfe, PhD
Claudia Cuentas, LMFT
Barb Hansen, MA, RN

An exploration of the spectrum of care and practices supported by the Psilocybin Services Act.

1:00 PM – Lunch

2:30 PM – Risk, Harm and Psychedelics
Brian Anderson, MD MSc

Psychedelics are a unique class of drugs that come with serious risks, even when used carefully. What do their users and the public need to understand about their potential for harm, both inherently and as a result of practitioner misconduct?

3:00 PM – Making the Oregon Model a Success
Sam Chapman
Alice S. Liu
Angela M. Carter, ND

What will it take to bring the vision of Measure 109 to fruition in a responsible and equitable way?

4:00 PM – Break

4:30 PM – How Oregon Will Affect National Psychedelic Policy
Graham Boyd
Ismail Lourido Ali, JD

How does the Oregon model fit into the national drug policy discourse, and how will it affect legislation and regulation to come?

5:00 PM – Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day’s speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:30 PM – Closing Remarks
Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

6:00 PM – Adjourn

Schedule for Sunday 9/18

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Dialogues about the role of psychedelics in traditional, contemporary, and global settings.

SCHEDULE

8:30 AM- Doors Open

9:30 AM – Opening Remarks
Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

10:00 AM – The Indigenous Past and Present of Psilocybin in the Americas
Mario Alonso Martínez Cordero

An introduction to the history of psilocybin mushroom practices in Mesoamerican societies, and their interactions with the globalized world.

10:45 AM – Diverse Views of the Psychedelic Renaissance
Pilar Hernandez-Wolfe, PhD
Marlena Robbins

Reflections on the growing popularity of psychedelics in from indigenous and global majority cultures.

11:30 AM – Break

12:00 PM – Religious and Spiritual Approaches to Psychedelics
Belinda Eriacho, MPH, MT
Bob Jesse
Bia Labate, PhD
Jon Dennis, Esq.

While the medical model has gained the most attention, the potential for psychedelics as sacraments is well-evidenced in their cultural histories, scientific literature, and widespread practices outside the laboratory. How can access to psychedelics for spiritual practices be responsibly explained and expanded to the public?

1:00 PM – Lunch

2:30 PM – Psychedelics in the Wild
Christian Greer, PhD
Joshua White
Hanifa Nayo Washington

How are psychedelics being used today out in the world, and what will become of the psychedelic subculture as they become part of polite society?

3:15 PM – Underground Stories and Overground Futures
William Leonard Pickard

Reflections on the past, present, and future of psychedelics from a chemist, author and policy scholar alleged to have produced 90% of the world’s LSD.

4:00 PM – Break

4:30 PM – Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day’s speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:00 PM – Closing Remarks
Kevin Balcktick
Tom Eckert, MS

5:30 PM – Adjourn

Thursday 9/15 - Growing a Psilocybin Economy

Thursday, September 15, 2022

A forum for entrepreneurs, executives, funders, and stakeholders on participating in Oregon's psilocybin ecosystem.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:00 AM - Opening Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - Fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act

Angela Allbee, EMPA

A briefing from the Oregon Health Authority on the fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act, with a focus on the establishment, licensing, and compliance of private organizations and businesses.

10:15 AM - Operating in Oregon Under the Psilocybin Services Act

Kaci Hohmann, Esq
Dave Kopilak, Esq

A discussion of legal and practical questions and considerations for new and existing organizations from attorneys who were involved in the drafting of the PSA legislation.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - Building purpose-driven businesses

Derek Razo
Kevin Bayuk

A survey of new ideas and methods for designing profitable businesses with deep commitment to ethical values and integrity.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Starting Services Centers, Manufacturers and Training Programs

Elizabeth Nielson, PhD
Benjamin Brubaker

Stories of entrepreneurs already engaged in creating service centers, training programs, and manufacturing endeavors.

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - Fundraising, Investing and Philanthropy in Oregon

Les Szabo

Views from funders on how and why to put money behind Oregon's psilocybin economy.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion between the day's speakers and the audience on the questions of the day.

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balktick
Tom Eckert, MS

6:00 PM - Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM - Adjourn
Friday 9/16 - Psychedelics in Science

Friday, September 16, 2022

A briefing for the public on the science of psychedelics as a tool for healing and personal growth.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks

Dr- Alissa Bazinet
Tom Eckert, MS

9:30 AM - The Science of Psychedelic Medicine and Spirituality

Stephen Ross, MD

A survey of recent evidence for the potential medical, spiritual, and personal benefits of the responsible use of psychedelics, and the ongoing efforts to understand why, from leading researchers.

11:00 AM - Break

11:15 AM - Diversity, Biology and history of Psilocybin-containing Fungi

Jessie Uehling

12:00 PM - Recent Scientific Explorations of Mycology and Psilocybin

Paul Staments

Renowned mycologist, author, advocate, entrepreneur Paul Stamets addresses recent research and findings into the beneficial properties of psilocybin-containing fungi.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelic Research in the Pacific Northwest

Dr. Pamela Kryskow
Jenna Kachmarik

Highlights of recent and ongoing clinical research projects from scientists in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia.

3:30 PM - Break

4:00 PM - How Will Oregon Advance Scientific Research?

Adie Rae (Wilson-Poe), PhD
Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD

A discussion of how the Psilocybin Services Act may expand and expedite scientific research both within and beyond Oregon.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A wide-ranging moderated discussion between the day's speakers, and Q+A from the audience

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balktick
Dr. Alissa Bazinet
David Bronner

6:00 PM - Adjourn
Saturday 9/17 - Psychedelics in Oregon

Saturday, September 17, 2022

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM- Doors Open

9:00 AM - Opening Remarks

Nathan Howard
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - The Story of Measure 109

Tom Eckert, MS

The tale of how a community of activists worked for years to create a new model for legal access to psychedelics.

10:00 AM - Understanding the Measure 109 and Psilocybin Services Act

Angela Allbee, EMPA
Atheir Abbas, M.D, PhD
Jessie Uehling

An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin, and the decriminalization of drugs in Oregon.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 PM - Understanding Measure 110 and the Drug Decriminalization and Addiction Treatment Initiative

Angela M Carter, ND

An overview of the law and rules that govern the decriminalization of all drugs and addiction treatment support services in Oregon.

12:00 PM - The Varieties of Psychedelic Care

Claudia Cuentas, LMFT
Barb Hansen, MA, RN

An exploration of the spectrum of care and practices supported by the Psilocybin Services Act.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Risk, Harm and Psychedelics

Brian Anderson, MD MSc

Psychedelics are a unique class of drugs that come with serious risks, even when used carefully. What do their users and the public need to understand about their potential for harm, both inherently and as a result of practitioner misconduct?

3:00 PM - Making the Oregon Model a Success

Sam Chapman
Alice S. Liu

What will it take to bring the vision of Measure 109 to fruition in a responsible and equitable way?

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - How Oregon Will Affect National Psychedelic Policy

Graham Boyd
Ismail Lourido Ali, JD

How does the Oregon model fit into the national drug policy discourse, and how will it affect legislation and regulation to come?

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

5:55 PM - Adjourn
Sunday 9/18 - Psychedelics in the World

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Dialogues about the role of psychedelics in traditional, contemporary, and global settings.

Hanifa Nayo Washington

SCHEDULE

8:30 AM- Doors Open

9:30 AM - Opening Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

10:00 AM - The Indigenous Past and Present of Psilocybin in the Americas

An introduction to the history of psilocybin mushroom practices in Mesoamerican societies, and their interactions with the globalized world.

10:45 AM - Indigenous Views of the Psychedelic Renaissance

Marlena Robbins

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

11:30 AM - Break

12:00 PM - Religious adn Spiritual Approaches to Psychedelics

Belinda Eriacho
Bob Jesse
Bia Labate, PhD

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelics in the Wild

How are psychedelics being used today out in the world, and what will become of the psychedelic subculture as they become part of polite society?

3:15 PM - Underground Stories and Overground Futures

William Leonard Pickard

Reflections on the past, present, and future of psychedelics from a chemist, author and policy scholar alleged to have produced 90% of the world's LSD.

4:00 PM - Break

4:30 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:00 PM - Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation

Kevin Balcktick
Tom Eckert, MS

5:30 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Friday 9/16

Friday, September 16, 2022

A briefing for the public on the science of psychedelics as a tool for healing and personal growth.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks

Dr. Alissa Bazinet
Tom Eckert, MS

9:30 AM - The Science of Psychedelic Medicine and Spirituality

Stephen Ross, MD

A survey of recent evidence for the potential medical, spiritual, and personal benefits of the responsible use of psychedelics, and the ongoing efforts to understand why, from leading researchers.

11:00 AM - Break

11:15 AM - Diversity, Biology and history of Psilocybin-containing Fungi

Jessie Uehling

12:00 PM - Recent Scientific Explorations of Mycology and Psilocybin

Paul Staments

Renowned mycologist, author, advocate, entrepreneur Paul Stamets addresses recent research and findings into the beneficial properties of psilocybin-containing fungi.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelic Research in the Pacific Northwest

Dr. Pamela Kryskow
Jenna Kachmarik

Highlights of recent and ongoing clinical research projects from scientists in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia.

3:30 PM - Break

4:00 PM - How Will Oregon Advance Scientific Research?

Adie Rae (Wilson-Poe), PhD
Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD

A discussion of how the Psilocybin Services Act may expand and expedite scientific research both within and beyond Oregon.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A wide-ranging moderated discussion between the day's speakers, and Q+A from the audience

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balktick
Dr. Alissa Bazinet
David Bronner

6:00 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Thursday 9/15

Thursday, September 15, 2022

A forum for entrepreneurs, executives, funders, and stakeholders on participating in Oregon's psilocybin ecosystem.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:00 AM - Opening Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - Fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act

Angela Allbee, EMPA

A briefing from the Oregon Health Authority on the fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act, with a focus on the establishment, licensing, and compliance of private organizations and businesses.

10:15 AM - Operating in Oregon Under the Psilocybin Services Act

Kaci Hohmann, Esq
Dave Kopilak, Esq

A discussion of legal and practical questions and considerations for new and existing organizations from attorneys who were involved in the drafting of the PSA legislation.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - Building purpose-driven businesses

Derek Razo
Kevin Bayuk
Rebecca Martinez
Rachel Aidan, PhDc

A survey of new ideas and methods for designing profitable businesses with deep commitment to ethical values and integrity.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Starting Services Centers, Manufacturers and Training Programs

Elizabeth Nielson, PhD
Benjamin Brubaker

Stories of entrepreneurs already engaged in creating service centers, training programs, and manufacturing endeavors.

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - Fundraising, Investing and Philanthropy in Oregon

Les Szabo

Views from funders on how and why to put money behind Oregon's psilocybin economy.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion between the day's speakers and the audience on the questions of the day.

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balktick
Tom Eckert, MS

6:00 PM - Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Sunday 9/18

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Dialogues about the role of psychedelics in traditional, contemporary, and global settings.

Hanifa Nayo Washington

SCHEDULE

8:30 AM- Doors Open

9:30 AM - Opening Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

10:00 AM - The Indigenous Past and Present of Psilocybin in the Americas

An introduction to the history of psilocybin mushroom practices in Mesoamerican societies, and their interactions with the globalized world.

10:45 AM - Indigenous Views of the Psychedelic Renaissance

Marlena Robbins

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

11:30 AM - Break

12:00 PM - Religious adn Spiritual Approaches to Psychedelics

Belinda Eriacho
Bob Jesse
Bia Labate, PhD

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelics in the Wild

How are psychedelics being used today out in the world, and what will become of the psychedelic subculture as they become part of polite society?

3:15 PM - Underground Stories and Overground Futures

William Leonard Pickard

Reflections on the past, present, and future of psychedelics from a chemist, author and policy scholar alleged to have produced 90% of the world's LSD.

4:00 PM - Break

4:30 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:00 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balcktick
Tom Eckert, MS

5:30 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Saturday 9/17

Saturday, September 17, 2022

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM- Doors Open

9:00 AM - Opening Remarks

Nathan Howard
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - The Story of Measure 109

Tom Eckert, MS

The tale of how a community of activists worked for years to create a new model for legal access to psychedelics.

10:00 AM - Understanding the Measure 109 and Psilocybin Services Act

Angela Allbee, EMPA
Atheir Abbas, M.D, PhD
Jessie Uehling

An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin, and the decriminalization of drugs in Oregon.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - Understanding Measure 110 and the Drug Decriminalization and Addiction Treatment Initiative

Angela M Carter, ND

An overview of the law and rules that govern the decriminalization of all drugs and addiction treatment support services in Oregon.

12:00 PM - The Varieties of Psychedelic Care

Claudia Cuentas, LMFT
Barb Hansen, MA, RN

An exploration of the spectrum of care and practices supported by the Psilocybin Services Act.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Risk, Harm and Psychedelics

Brian Anderson, MD MSc

Psychedelics are a unique class of drugs that come with serious risks, even when used carefully. What do their users and the public need to understand about their potential for harm, both inherently and as a result of practitioner misconduct?

3:00 PM - Making the Oregon Model a Success

Sam Chapman
Alice S. Liu

What will it take to bring the vision of Measure 109 to fruition in a responsible and equitable way?

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - How Oregon Will Affect National Psychedelic Policy

Graham Boyd
Ismail Lourido Ali, JD

How does the Oregon model fit into the national drug policy discourse, and how will it affect legislation and regulation to come?

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

6:00 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Thursday 9/15

Thursday, September 15, 2022

A forum for entrepreneurs, executives, funders, and stakeholders on participating in Oregon's psilocybin ecosystem.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:00 AM - Opening Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - Fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act

Angela Allbee, EMPA

A briefing from the Oregon Health Authority on the fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act, with a focus on the establishment, licensing, and compliance of private organizations and businesses.

10:15 AM - Operating in Oregon Under the Psilocybin Services Act

Kaci Hohmann, Esq
Dave Kopilak, Esq

A discussion of legal and practical questions and considerations for new and existing organizations from attorneys who were involved in the drafting of the PSA legislation.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - Building purpose-driven businesses

Derek Razo
Kevin Bayuk
Bennet A. Zelner, PhD

A survey of new ideas and methods for designing profitable businesses with deep commitment to ethical values and integrity.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Starting Services Centers, Manufacturers and Training Programs

Elizabeth Nielson, PhD
Benjamin Brubaker
Rebecca Martinez
Rachel Aidan, PhDc

Stories of entrepreneurs already engaged in creating service centers, training programs, and manufacturing endeavors.

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - Fundraising, Investing and Philanthropy in Oregon

Les Szabo

Views from funders on how and why to put money behind Oregon's psilocybin economy.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion between the day's speakers and the audience on the questions of the day.

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balktick
Tom Eckert, MS

6:00 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Friday 9/16

Friday, September 16, 2022

A briefing for the public on the science of psychedelics as a tool for healing and personal growth.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks

Dr. Alissa Bazinet
Tom Eckert, MS

9:30 AM - The Science of Psychedelic Medicine and Spirituality

Stephen Ross, MD

A survey of recent evidence for the potential medical, spiritual, and personal benefits of the responsible use of psychedelics, and the ongoing efforts to understand why, from leading researchers.

11:00 AM - Break

11:15 AM - Diversity, Biology and history of Psilocybin-containing Fungi

Jessie Uehling, Phd

12:00 PM - Recent Scientific Explorations of Mycology and Psilocybin

Paul Staments

Renowned mycologist, author, advocate, entrepreneur Paul Stamets addresses recent research and findings into the beneficial properties of psilocybin-containing fungi.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelic Research in the Pacific Northwest

Dr. Pamela Kryskow
Jenna Kachmarik
Chris Stauffer, MD
Anthony Back, MD

Highlights of recent and ongoing clinical research projects from scientists in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia.

3:30 PM - Break

4:00 PM - How Will Oregon Advance Scientific Research?

Adie Rae (Wilson-Poe), PhD
Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD

A discussion of how the Psilocybin Services Act may expand and expedite scientific research both within and beyond Oregon.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A wide-ranging moderated discussion between the day's speakers, and Q+A from the audience

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balktick
Dr. Alissa Bazinet
David Bronner

6:00 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Saturday 9/17

Saturday, September 17, 2022

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM- Doors Open

9:00 AM - Opening Remarks

Nathan Howard
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - The Story of Measure 109

Tom Eckert, MS

The tale of how a community of activists worked for years to create a new model for legal access to psychedelics.

10:00 AM - Understanding the Measure 109 and Psilocybin Services Act

Angela Allbee, EMPA
Atheir Abbas, M.D, PhD
Jessie Uehling, PhD

An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin, and the decriminalization of drugs in Oregon.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - Understanding Measure 110 and the Drug Decriminalization and Addiction Treatment Initiative

An overview of the law and rules that govern the decriminalization of all drugs and addiction treatment support services in Oregon.

12:00 PM - The Varieties of Psychedelic Care

Claudia Cuentas, LMFT
Barb Hansen, MA, RN

An exploration of the spectrum of care and practices supported by the Psilocybin Services Act.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Risk, Harm and Psychedelics

Brian Anderson, MD MSc

Psychedelics are a unique class of drugs that come with serious risks, even when used carefully. What do their users and the public need to understand about their potential for harm, both inherently and as a result of practitioner misconduct?

3:00 PM - Making the Oregon Model a Success

Sam Chapman
Alice S. Liu

What will it take to bring the vision of Measure 109 to fruition in a responsible and equitable way?

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - How Oregon Will Affect National Psychedelic Policy

Graham Boyd
Ismail Lourido Ali, JD

How does the Oregon model fit into the national drug policy discourse, and how will it affect legislation and regulation to come?

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:30 PM - Closing Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

6:00 PM - Adjourn

Schedule for Sunday 9/18

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Dialogues about the role of psychedelics in traditional, contemporary, and global settings.

SCHEDULE

8:30 AM- Doors Open

9:30 AM - Opening Remarks

Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

10:00 AM - The Indigenous Past and Present of Psilocybin in the Americas

An introduction to the history of psilocybin mushroom practices in Mesoamerican societies, and their interactions with the globalized world.

10:45 AM - Indigenous Views of the Psychedelic Renaissance

Marlena Robbins

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

11:30 AM - Break

12:00 PM - Religious and Spiritual Approaches to Psychedelics

Belinda Eriacho, MPH, MT
Bob Jesse
Bia Labate, PhD

Perspectives from indigenous individuals on the growing popularity of psychedelics in wider society.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelics in the Wild

How are psychedelics being used today out in the world, and what will become of the psychedelic subculture as they become part of polite society?

3:15 PM - Underground Stories and Overground Futures

William Leonard Pickard

Reflections on the past, present, and future of psychedelics from a chemist, author and policy scholar alleged to have produced 90% of the world's LSD.

4:00 PM - Break

4:30 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:00 PM - Closing Remarks

Kevin Balcktick
Tom Eckert, MS

5:30 PM - Adjourn

Growing a Psilocybin Economy

Thursday, September 15, 2022

A briefing for entrepreneurs, executives, funders, and stakeholders on working with psilocybin in Oregon.

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Psychedelics in Science

Friday, September 16, 2022

A briefing for the public on the science of psychedelics as a tool for healing and understanding.

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Psychedelics in Oregon

Saturday, September 17, 2022

Dialogues about the present and future of psychedelics in Oregon.

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Psychedelics in the World

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Dialogues about the role of psychedelics in traditional, contemporary, and global settings.

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Wednesday - Classes and Workshops

Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Professional education classes with CE/CME credit for medical and health professionals with leading researchers and practitioners.

at The Portland Art Museum

More details to be announced soon.
Thursday - Growing a Psilocybin Economy

Thursday, September 15, 2022

A briefing for entrepreneurs, executives, funders, and stakeholders on working with psilocybin in Oregon.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:00 AM - Housekeeping Remarks

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks
Tom Eckert, MS
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - Fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act
Angela Allbee, EMPA

A briefing from the Oregon Health Authority on the fundamentals of the Psilocybin Services Act, with a focus on the establishment, licensing, and compliance of private organizations and businesses.

10:15 AM - Operating in Oregon Under the Psilocybin Services Act
Kaci Hohmann, Esq
Dave Kopilak, Esq

A discussion of legal and practical questions and considerations for new and existing organizations from attorneys who were involved in the drafting of the PSA legislation.

11:00 AM - Break

12:00 PM - Building purpose-driven businesses
Kevin Bayuk

A survey of new ideas and methods for designing profitable businesses with deep commitment to ethical values and integrity.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Starting Services Centers, Manufacturers and Training Programs
Rebecca Martinez
Rachel Aidan, PhDc

Stories of entrepreneurs already engaged in creating service centers, training programs, and manufacturing endeavors.

4:00 PM - Break

4:15 PM - Fundraising, Investing and Philanthropy in Oregon
Les Szabo

Views from funders on how and why to put money behind Oregon's psilocybin economy.

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion between the day's speakers and the audience on the questions of the day.

5:45 PM - Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation
Tom Eckert, MS

5:50 PM - Closing Remarks from Horizons PBC
Kevin Balktick

5:55 PM - Closing Performance

6:00 PM - Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM - Adjourn
Friday - Psychedelics in Science

Friday, September 16, 2022

A briefing for the public on the science of psychedelics as a tool for healing and understanding.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Doors Open

9:00 AM - Housekeeping Remarks
Kevin Balktick

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks

9:30 AM - The History of Psychedelics in Science

An overview of the 120-year relationship between psychedelics and scientific study.

10:15 AM - The Science of Psychedelic Medicine and Spirituality
Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD
Stephen Ross, MD

A survey of recent evidence for the potential medical, spiritual, and personal benefits of the responsible use of psychedelics, and the ongoing efforts to understand why, from leading researchers.

11:45 AM - Break

12:15 PM - Scientific Explorations of Mycology and Psilocybin
Paul Staments

Renowned mycologist, author, advocate, entrepreneur Paul Stamets addresses recent research and findings into the beneficial properties of psilocybin-containing fungi.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Psychedelic Research in the Pacific Northwest
Dr. Pamela Kryskow
Chriss Stauffer, MD

Highlights of recent and ongoing clinical research projects from scientists in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia.

3:30 PM - How Will Oregon Advance Scientific Research?
Joseph McCowan, PsyD
Jason Luoma, PhD

A discussion of how the Psilocybin Services Act may expand and expedite scientific research both within and beyond Oregon.

4:15 PM - Break

4:45 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A wide-ranging moderated discussion between the day's speakers, and Q+A from the audience

5:30 PM- Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation
David Bronner

5:45 PM - Closing Remarks from Horizons PBC
Kevin Balktick

5:55 PM- Closing Performance

6:00 PM - Adjourn
Saturday - Psychedelics in Oregon

Saturday, September 17, 2022

Dialogues about the present and future of psychedelics in Oregon.

SCHEDULE

8:00 AM- Doors Open

9:00 AM - Housekeeping Remarks
Kevin Balktick

9:15 AM - Opening Remarks
Nathan Howard
Kevin Balktick

9:30 AM - Understanding the Psilocybin Services Act
Angela Allbee, EMPA

An overview of the law and rules that govern the regulated use of psilocybin, and the decriminalization of drugs in Oregon.

11:00 AM - Break

11:30 AM - The Story of Measure 109
Tom Eckert, MS

The tale of how a community of activists worked for years to create a new model for legal access to psychedelics.

12:00 PM - The Varieties of Psychedelic Care
Barb Hansen, MA, RN

An exploration of the spectrum of care and practices supported by the Psilocybin Services Act.

1:00 PM - Lunch

2:30 PM - Risk, Harm and Psychedelics
Brian Anderson, MD MSc

Psychedelics are a unique class of drugs that come with serious risks, even when used carefully. What do their users and the public need to understand about their potential for harm, both inherently and as a result of practitioner misconduct?

3:10 PM - Making the Oregon Model a Success
Sam Chapman
Alice S. Liu

What will it take to bring the vision of Measure 109 to fruition in a responsible and equitable way?

4:00 PM - Break

4:20 PM - Psychedelic Policy in Oregon and Everything After
Graham Boyd
Ismail Lourido Ali, JD

How does the Oregon model fit into the national drug policy discourse, and how will it affect legislation and regulation to come?

5:00 PM - Closing Panel Discussion and Q&A

A moderated discussion featuring all of the day's speakers, including questions from the audience.

5:40 PM - Closing Remarks from Sheri Eckert Foundation
Tom Eckert, MS

5:45 PM - Closing Remarks from Horizons PBC
Kevin Balktick

5:50 PM - Closing Performance

5:55 PM - Adjourn
Sunday - Psychedelics in the World

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Dialogues about the role of psychedelics in traditional, contemporary, and global settings.

Psychedelics have been used by indigenous communities for thousands of years in the Americas.

We acknowledge that the land where we are located rests on the traditional village sites of the Multnomah, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla, bands of the Chinook, and many other Tribes who made their homes along the Columbia River.

We also acknowledge the systemic policies of genocide, relocation, and assimilation that still impact Indigenous/Native American families today.

We are a guest on these lands and we respect and support the work of Indigenous and Native Nations, leaders and families.

We thank the Portland Indian Leaders Roundtable, 2018 and Plant Medicine Healing Alliance for the language in the three above paragraphs.

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Programs

Thursday - Growing a Psilocybin Economy

Friday - Psychedelics in Science

Saturday - Psychedelics in Oregon

Sunday - Psychedelics in the World

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growing a psilocybin economy

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classes and workshops

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classes and workshops

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growing a psilocybin economy

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Schedule for Thursday 9/15

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psychedelics in science

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Schedule for Friday 9/16

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Schedule for Saturday 9/17

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Agenda

Thursday 9/15 - Growing a Psilocybin Economy

Friday 9/16 - Psychedelics in Science

Saturday 9/17 - Psychedelics in Oregon

Sunday 9/18 - Psychedelics in the World