Seattle, WA – July 18, 2023 – Shield Compliance, the premier compliance management platform for cannabis banking, and Infused Banking, a leading provider of education and research for the cannabis industry, announced a partnership aimed at improving access to education and knowledge-sharing within the cannabis banking sector.

In an industry-first collaboration, new Shield Compliance customers will receive a complimentary one-year membership to Infused Banking’s comprehensive on-demand learning platform, including the highly sought-after Cannabis Banking Professional Certification, cutting-edge research, C-Suite education programs, compliance checklists, member education, exclusive webinars, and direct access to industry experts through the "Ask the Experts" platform.

By integrating Shield's platform with Infused Banking's extensive educational offerings, this partnership bridges the gap between compliance and education, ensuring bankers are equipped with the necessary knowledge to effectively navigate the unique challenges presented by the cannabis industry.

"We are thrilled to join forces with Shield Compliance in this groundbreaking partnership," said [Spokesperson], [Title]at Infused Banking. "As leaders in our respective fields, our shared vision is to establish a new standard for cannabis banking education and foster a culture of compliance and best practices. By offering Shield's customers access to our comprehensive suite of educational resources, we can equip industry professionals with the critical skills and insights needed to operate in the cannabis space confidently."

"We are thrilled to join forces with Shield Compliance in this groundbreaking partnership," said Erin O'Donnell, Founding Partner at Infused Banking."As leaders in our respective fields, our shared vision is to establish a new standard for cannabis banking education and foster a culture of compliance and best practices. By offering Shield's customers access to our comprehensive suite of educational resources, we can equip industry professionals with the critical skills and insights needed to operate in the cannabis space confidently."

“By combining our industry-leading compliance platform with Infused Banking's deep knowledge of the cannabis banking sector, we are empowering financial institutions to thrive in this highly regulated environment,” said Tony Repanich, President and CEO of Shield Compliance. “We are always seeking opportunities to bring more value to our bankers so they can have the greatest competitive advantage as the legal cannabis industry continues to expand and more banks and credit unions enter the marketplace.”

For more information about Infused Banking and Shield Compliance and to gain access to the complimentary one-year membership program, please read our blog post or contact Richard Drennen at Richard@Shieldbanking.com.

About Infused Banking

Infused Banking is a leading provider of specialized financial services tailored to the unique needs of the cannabis industry. With a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and an unwavering commitment to compliance, Infused Banking empowers businesses to navigate the complexities of cannabis banking with confidence. For more information, visit infusedbanking.com.

About Shield Compliance

Shield Compliance transforms how financial institutions serve the legal cannabis market. Its purpose-built BSA/AML compliance management software solution sits behind the financial institution to simplify compliance, automate processes across multiple data sources, create efficiencies, unlock new revenue, and scale operations. With real-time monitoring and comprehensive reporting capabilities, Shield Compliance sets the standard for compliance excellence in cannabis banking. For more information, visit shieldbanking.com or contact info@shieldbanking.com.

Media Contact

Meridith Beird, for Infused Banking

505-508-4446

service@infusedbanking.com

Samara Villasenor, for Shield Compliance

425-255-0890

Samara@ShieldBanking.com