Kelly has both founded and led a variety of companies, from Blue Marble Biomaterials, to Quemulus, to digital marketing agency named Milli. Recently Kelly served as senior policy advisor to Washington State Governor Jay Inslee. He served as Deputy Director of Community Relations for Mayor Greg Nickels, was Director of Government Relations for the Greater Seattle Chamber Of Commerce, and was a 2013 Delegate for the US-Japan Council.

Hunter developed his business skills at Nordstrom where he learned high-level customer service and the value of providing an exceptional retail experience. Following Nordstrom, he moved into management at a Seattle medical marijuana dispensary, and has been with DeepCell for four years. He has developed core products, cultivated key strategic relationships, and participates in the cannabis culture as the companies key ambassador.

Gary has been an investor in startups for the better part of the past decade where he has funded startups in biotechnology, software, real estate and cannabis. Gary is a big picture thinker and as a result identifies trends and makes strategic investments. This is Gary’s first foray into the world of operating a startup and brings with him a wealth of technology experience.

James has degree in Behavioral Neuroscience from Western Washington University. During his time at University, James was employed as a budtender and had the opportunity to learn about cannabis and its effects. After graduation, James worked in the biopharmaceutical industry to further develop laboratory-based skills. With his unique background, James has been able to contribute to the research and development of new products in his role.