From September 24–28, the Lumino team travelled to Lisbon, Portugal, to attend the 7th International Conference on Medical Cannabis, hosted by PTMC (Portugal Medical Cannabis).
What began as a professional event turned into an inspiring week of collaboration, learning, and connection within the rapidly evolving European cannabis industry.
Cultivating Connections in Lisbon
Our week began with Cultivate Connections LX, an exclusive rooftop networking event we co-hosted with Cannavigia and Fluence.
With panoramic city views, authentic wood-fired pizzas, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, the evening set the perfect tone for the days ahead. A special thanks to Sebastian Sonntagbauer for elevating the mood with his incredible vinyl set.
The music, conversation, and energy truly reflected the collaborative spirit of the European cannabis industry.
Medical Cannabis Insights & Inspiration at PTMC
The next day, we joined hundreds of professionals at the PTMC Conference held in the historic Sociedade de Geografia de Lisboa. The event brought together thought leaders, scientists, and business innovators from across Europe to share insights on the future of medical cannabis.
We were fortunate to attend panels featuring experts such as Laura Ramos (CannaReporter & PTMC), Sarah Sinclair, Amit Edri (Portocanna), Alfredo Pascual, Fátima Godinho Carvalho (LEF – Laboratório Estudos Farmacêuticos), Danielle Andrea (Curaleaf Laboratories), Franziska Katterbach (Oppenhoff), Michael Sassano (SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals), Joana Silveira Botelho (Cuatrecasas), António Vieira (AceCann), Margarita Cardoso de Meneses (CannaReporter & PTMC), and many others.
These discussions provided valuable perspectives on regulation, patient access, research, and the commercial evolution of the European cannabis industry – all topics that directly influence our work in cannabis recruitment in Europe.
The conference concluded with a beautiful dinner at the iconic Casa do Alentejo, a 19th-century venue full of charm and history.
The organisers spiced things up with a heated discussion on the future of medical cannabis in Portugal bringing together Professor Carl Hart, Alfredo Pascual, Jorge Miguel Teixeira (from Iniciativa Liberal), Bárbara do Amaral Correia (from Partido Social Democrata) and Cláudia Estêvão (from Partido CHEGA).
Overall, it was a remarkable event, and we send a huge thank you to Laura Ramos, Helena Solnado, and João Duarte and the rest of the PTMC team for organising everything.
Building beyond borders
“Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs
At Lumino, this philosophy guides everything we do. Every time our team gathers for an industry event, we see it as more than just a networking opportunity – it’s a chance to strengthen the relationships that make our mission possible.
And during this trip to Lisbon, our full team – Thomas Gray, Nikita Cretu, Ellen Jardim, Aj Mishra, Eric Spelten, and Roberto Perez – was present, making this one of our most meaningful company gatherings yet.
Since launching in the UK in 2018, Lumino has grown into a truly international organisation, with team members across three countries supporting clients through cannabis recruitment in Europe and beyond. Seeing everyone together reminded us how far we’ve come, and how collaboration continues to drive our success.
We were also delighted to welcome our friend Anuj Desai, sharing great food, conversation, and a few memorable Lisbon walks.
At Lumino, we believe that an industry is only as good as the people in it – and that starts with our own culture wherein we prioritise creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and connected.
Looking Ahead
A couple of weeks later, we’re still reflecting on everything we experienced in Lisbon, and feeling more inspired than ever.
Events like PTMC remind us why we’re passionate about this space: to help build a thriving, responsible, and inclusive European cannabis industry.
We’re grateful for the conversations, the new partnerships, and the sense of shared purpose that came from this incredible week.
To everyone we met at PTMC 2024 and beyond – a BIG thank you. We look forward to continuing to support the growth of this industry through our work in cannabis recruitment in Europe and to seeing many of you again soon.
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