Founders
Sebastian Jan Ogniewski
Founder
Sebastian Ogniewski began his “canna-career” as a grower and breeder in Europe at the start of the millennium. With a deep understanding of the products and requirements for successful cultivation, he opened his first Grow Shop 17 years ago. As he established his own retail outlets, Sebastian fostered strong relationships with top industry brands. By purchasing directly from manufacturers whenever possible, he ensured competitive pricing and passed on the savings to his customers. As his Canna-Empire grew, these brands entrusted him with their products, leading him to launch one of northern Europe’s most efficient distribution centers.
In addition to his achievements in the cannabis industry, Sebastian ventured into the world of cryptocurrency. Almost a decade ago, he purchased his first Bitcoin for $200. Immersed in studying the possibilities of the Crypto market, he envisioned a user-friendly, community-driven platform where Crypto and Cannabis can coexist harmoniously. This vision includes a token that fuels both a Marketplace and a Social Media environment. Sebastian’s Weedery dream is poised to become a reality, as he seeks to bring his innovative platform to a world ready for its potential.
Toine Maart
Founder
Toine Maart co-founded KJ Products Distribution in 2007, anticipating future Cannabis legalization in the Netherlands. Within two years, the growing market for cannabis cultivation equipment in Europe led Toine to reorganize the company. He chose to become both the manufacturer and distributor, giving rise to Gold Label Substrates/Nutrients and Gavita Lighting in 2009/2010.
As demand for Toine’s quality products increased, The A Group Gmbh was established as a global company trading in Europe, North/South America, the UK, and Asia. With a focus on large-scale legal cultivations, hydro shops, distribution centers, and production facilities, Toine supports ventures of all sizes, driven by his ability to identify opportunities and collaborate with industry leaders.
Toine’s conviction in the Weedery concept stems from his passion, experience, and connections. He joins forces with Sebastian and the Weedery team to build this groundbreaking Crypto Canna Community.
Ian Scarffe
Founder, Advisor
Ian Scarffe is a serial entrepreneur, investor and consultant with business experience from around the world. As a leading entrepreneur, Ian is on a personal mission to develop a culture of entrepreneurship, helping startups achieve their full potential as well as helping to expand existing companies. Ian has founded ‘Binkplus’, a startup incubator in Europe.
Ian’s overall mission is to foster a society of economically independent individuals who are engaged citizens, contributing to the improvement of their communities across the world. Ian Scarffe has outstanding entrepreneurial skills and commercial acumen with innovation and motivation. With the capacity to work at strategic levels, Ian possesses exceptional interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
A passion for customer service, wealth of knowledge and vast amounts of hands-on experience in almost every role, means Ian has valuable insight into millions of customers, proving him to be a valuable asset to companies across the globe.
As an expert in Startup, Investment, Fintech, Web3 and Blockchain industries. Ian is responsible for consulting and advising the Weedery team during this revolutionizing journey.
Toine’s conviction in the Weedery concept stems from his passion, experience, and connections. He joins forces with Sebastian and the Weedery team to build this groundbreaking Crypto Canna Community.
Artur Gano
Founder, Product Developer
Artur Gano opened his first growshop “Maxgrowshop” in Poland in 2012, alongside Sebastian, working together they managed to build their business up to being one of the most effective and cost efficient grow shops in the EU, conquering the Polish market.
Later in 2019, Arthur, together with Sebastian and Toine, opened the A-group Poland division of the A-group GmbH and shortly after started multiple brands, such as Spectromaster, Mastercarbo, and Comboinstruments, all positioned within the cannabis cultivation market.
Artur’s previous experience makes him well equipped to navigate Weedery on the journey of revolutionising the cannabis market.