Bryan Gonnella
Director + ArchitectCore Design GroupA dependable cannabis project partner, Bryan has led the architectural design of dozens of projects, applying his expertise in project management and design to cultivation, processing, and dispensary facilities. His outcomes-oriented approach helps clients navigate complex regulatory and operational challenges with confidence. His work spans a wide range of project types, from new facilities to comprehensive renovations and phased expansions. With over 20 years in the industry, Bryan is known for his collaborative style, technical knowledge, and strong relationships with owners, contractors, and project teams.
Bryan will serve as a cultivation facility architectural expert on our panel.
Grow Greener, Spend Less: Sustainable Cultivation That Protects Margin
Energy and water are two of the largest line items on any commercial grow's P&L, and they're climbing. As utility costs rise and ESG expectations
Energy and water are two of the largest line items on any commercial grow's P&L, and they're climbing. As utility costs rise and ESG expectations move from optional to investor-mandated, sustainability has become a margin strategy, not a marketi
Energy and water are two of the largest line items on any commercial grow's P&L, and they're climbing. As utility costs rise and ESG expectations move from optional to investor-mandated, sustainability has become a margin strategy, not a marketing slogan. This session shows cultivation managers, facility owners, operations leaders, and executive stakeholders how to cut resource consumption without cutting yield or quality.
You'll see how
Energy and water are two of the largest line items on any commercial grow's P&L, and they're climbing. As utility costs rise and ESG expectations move from optional to investor-mandated, sustainability has become a margin strategy, not a marketing slogan. This session shows cultivation managers, facility owners, operations leaders, and executive stakeholders how to cut resource consumption without cutting yield or quality.
You'll see how leading operators turn efficiency into a competitive edge, treating energy, water, and waste as controllable costs rather than fixed overhead. We'll work through real-world strategies that lower spend per pound while strengthening the ESG profile that increasingly shapes financing, licensing, and acquisition decisions. Expect a practical, executive-level discussion grounded in current cannabis industry trends, with tactics you can implement across single or multi-site operations.
