Description: The Psychedelic Renaissance is many things to many people; in this talk, journalist, podcaster, and founder of The Trip Report, Zach Haigney, will take participants on a tour through the many faces of psychedelic science, policy, business, and practice. Since 2019, Zach has been chronicling the nascent psychedelic 'industry' and making sense of critical issues, trends, and dynamics in the psychedelic renaissance for business leaders, investors, clinicians, researchers, and the public. The presentation and workshop will help participants understand the scientific, regulatory, legal, and ethical dynamics of the fast-moving field of psychedelics.

Bio: Zach Haigney is a science, policy & business writer and entrepreneur. He is the founder of The Trip Report, a newsletter and podcast covering insight and analysis at the intersection of business, policy, and psychedelics. The Trip Report keeps readers informed by analyzing the news within the context of the larger themes, forces, and history of psychedelic science, culture, and practice. In 2021, The Trip Report was acquired by Beckley Waves, a psychedelic venture studio founded by a pioneer in the field, Amanda Feilding. At Beckley Waves, Zach leads research and new company incubation in addition to creating The Trip Report.