Holistic Health & Wellness Summit

🌿 Holistic Health & Wellness Summit: A New Energy, A New Tradition

This summer, the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society (GMCS) made history with our inaugural Holistic Health & Wellness (2HW) Summit at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History — a day filled with plant medicine, community connection, and powerful conversations.

From expert panels and heartfelt stories to our unforgettable R³ Mixer (Recap • Relax • Reignite), this event marked the beginning of a new tradition in Georgia’s wellness and cannabis advocacy movement.

💚 The 2HW Summit wasn’t just an event… it was a movement in motion. A reflection of what happens when people come together for purpose, healing, and education.

And we’re just getting started. Plans are already underway for 2HW Summit 2026 — expanding into a full three-day experience with breakout sessions, hands-on workshops, and legislative education that puts advocacy into action.

✨ Help Keep the Mission Alive
Our organization was founded by patients, for patients, and we believe in one simple truth — Patients Over Profits.

Your tax-deductible donation helps us continue this mission through education, advocacy, and support for Georgia’s medical cannabis community.

🌱 Donate today to help GMCS remain Georgia’s trusted voice in medical cannabis advocacy and education.
👉🏽 www.georgiamcs.org/donate

Holistic Health & Wellness Summit: New Energy, New Traditions Written by Yolanda Bennett, Co-Founder & Director of Operations, Georgia Medical Cannabis Society October 8, 2025

Thank you to all of the attendees, speakers, sponsors , and volunteers who made this Summit a success. Thank you all for these photos and capturing the moments. We look forward to 2HW Summit 2026!

✨ Meet Our Sponsors ✨
We’re excited to highlight the partners powering the 2025 2HW Summit: Holistic Health & Wellness—a one-of-a-kind gathering where science meets healing!

🌟 Gold In-Kind Sponsor
Alison K Consulting – Supporting entrepreneurs and organizations with clarity, strategy, and heart-centered systems.
🔗 | www.AlisonKconsulting.com
💥 Use promo code AK50 for special summit perks!

🌿 Wellness Vanguard Sponsor
Fine Fettle GA – Leading the way in wellness education and personalized support across Georgia.
🔗
💥 Use promo code FINE50 for exclusive benefits!

We’re grateful for their commitment to advancing holistic health, education, and access. 🌱💫

📍 Join us Saturday, July 26 at the Fernbank Museum in Atlanta!
🎟️ Learn more: 2HWSummit.com

🌟 MEET OUR FEATURED SPEAKER: Marilyn Pierce, BSN, RN 🌟
We're honored to welcome Marilyn Pierce to the 2HW Summit: Holistic Health & Wellness 2025 — happening Saturday, July 26 at the Fernbank Museum in Atlanta!

Marilyn is a registered nurse, author, and speaker with decades of healthcare experience and a personal story of transformation — shedding 140 pounds and turning her health journey into a mission of healing and advocacy.

She’s the author of:
📘 “Why We Die, How To Live – Beyond Pills and Procedures”
and
📗 “My Journey to Health and Wellness”
Her message is rooted in holistic healing, lifestyle medicine, and cannabis as a tool for change.

🎙️ Certified Forbes Riley Speaker
🌿 Cannabis Nurses Network Speaker since 2021
📻 Former radio host and summit speaker

✨ Join us in person or virtually and use promo code GMCS50 for 50% OFF your ticket!
🎟️ Visit www.2hwsummit.com or scan the flyer QR code
📍 Fernbank Museum | Atlanta, GA
🕊️ “Where Homeopathy Meets Science... and Healing Begins”

🌿 We’re proud to announce Fine Fettle Georgia as our Wellness Vanguard Sponsor for the 2025 2HW Summit: Holistic Health & Healing!

Fine Fettle is one of the licensed medical cannabis dispensaries in Georgia, committed to providing trusted care and support to patients across the state. Their motto says it all:
“Be Well. Be Fine Fettle.” 💚

The 2HW Summit is where wellness, education, and advocacy come together — featuring expert speakers, healing workshops, and meaningful conversations around plant medicine, mental health, and more.

📍 Join us July 26th at Fernbank Museum or virtually from anywhere!
🎟️ Use promo code FINE50 for discounted tickets
🌐 Visit www.2hwsummit.com
📲 Follow our sponsor at

Let’s grow wellness — together. 🌱

🌿 We’re honored to announce Peachtree NORML as a Community Advocacy Partner for the 2025 2HW Summit: Holistic Health & Wellness, presented by the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society!

Peachtree NORML is one of Georgia’s leading voices for cannabis law reform, working to end prohibition and push for real policy change. As advocates on the ground and in the Capitol, they continue to educate and activate communities across the state.

🙌 Catch them at the 2HW Summit on Saturday, July 26 at Fernbank Museum, where they’ll join the conversation on cannabis, criminal justice, and community healing.

🎟️ Use code GMCS50 at www.2hwsummit.com for 50% off tickets
📲 Follow them at

📢 And this weekend... don’t miss their upcoming meetup!
📅 Sunday, July 20 at 4:20 PM
📍 Reformation Brewery, 2225 Reformation Pkwy, Canton, GA
They’ll be talking decriminalization in Cherokee County – a critical step in changing how our state handles cannabis.✊🏾 Let’s keep the momentum going.

🌿✨ The 2HW Summit: Holistic Health & Wellness 2025 is coming to ATL! 💫

📅 Saturday, July 26
📍 Fernbank Museum | 767 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA

Explore the future of wellness with leaders in plant medicine, mental health, integrative care & holistic healing. 💚

🎤 Featuring:
— Psychedelics & Wellness Visionary
— Public Health Innovator
— Founder, EntheaCare
leahjonson — Clinical Pharmacist
— Natural Health Expert
— Mental Health Advocate
— Holistic Nurse & Wellness Consultant

🎟️ Details + tickets: www.2hwsummit.com
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Presented by

🌿 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: Russ Hudson at the 2HW Summit 🌿

The Georgia Medical Cannabis Society (GMCS) is honored to feature Russ Hudson—acclaimed terpene expert, global cannabis consultant, and author of The Big Book of Terps—as one of our distinguished speakers at the 2025 Holistic Health & Wellness Summit on Saturday, July 26th, at Atlanta’s Fernbank Museum.

With decades of experience and leadership as Head of Research at The Cannabis Chemistry Collection, Russ brings cutting-edge insights into how terpenes shape our experience with plant medicine—from mood and memory to inflammation and recovery.

🎟️ Tickets available now: https://bit.ly/2hwsummit2025
💸 Use code TERPS25 for 25% off VIP or General Admission

✨ VIP tickets include exclusive access to the R3 Mixer: Reconnect, Reflect & Recharge — hosted at the stylish and iconic Hotel Colee, Atlanta Buckhead.

With rooftop views, signature cocktails, and unforgettable ambiance, Hotel Colee, Autograph Collection is more than a stay—it’s a vibe. Nestled in one of Atlanta’s most prestigious neighborhoods, Hotel Colee is our proud Partner in Compassion and the elevated backdrop for this post-summit celebration.

✈️ Traveling from out of town?
Email us at [email protected] for special lodging rates available exclusively to summit attendees through our partnership with Hotel Colee.