Michael Backes

Michael Backes

Keynote Speaker: Co-Inventor of the First US Patent for a Cannabis Plant containing THC, Expert on Cannabis Policy and Science

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Michael Backes Biography

Michael Backes specializes in cannabis science and policy issues at a southern California consultancy, which maintains clients throughout the United States and Europe. Cannabis Pharmacy has been the #1 bestselling book on Amazon about medical cannabis since its publication. Its second edition is being published by Hachette in early 2017. Backes previously founded the first evidence-based medical cannabis dispensary. In 2015 as its co-inventor, Backes was awarded the first US patent ever granted for a cannabis plant containing THC. Backes is active with Project CBD, a non-profit educational service dedicated to promoting research into the medical utility of cannabidiol (a non-psychoactive cannabis molecule), the International Association for Cannabinoid Medicines, and is a member of the American Herbal Products Association's Cannabis Committee. He lives in Southern California.

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Michael Backes Videos

Michael Backes On Medical Marijuana with Jayde Lovell

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Michael Backes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Health, Technology, Medicine, Healthcare, Futurism, Mental Health and Government.

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Michael Backes generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Michael Backes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Health and Technology. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael Backes for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Michael Backes generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Adewale Troutman, MD, MPH, MA, CPH, Dr. Jeff G. Konin and John Halamka. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael Backes for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 13/07/2024.

Michael Backes Videos

Michael Backes On Medical Marijuana with Jayde Lovell
  • How do I book Michael Backes to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michael Backes for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Michael Backes, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Michael Backes or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Michael Backes for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Michael Backes, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michael Backes, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Michael Backes speak about?

    Michael Backes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Health, Technology, Medicine, Healthcare, Futurism, Mental Health and Government.
  • Where does Michael Backes travel from?

    Michael Backes generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Michael Backes?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael Backes for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Michael Backes for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Michael Backes or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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