Founders and Team

Founders/Team

Andrew Seagrave (CEO)

Andrew Seagrave, CEO, boasts a robust 13-year tenure in the wine industry, where he honed his expertise across various domains including cultivation, post-production processes, and sales, earning accreditation as a Certified Sommelier. Transitioning into the Hemp Industry in 2014, Andrew has demonstrated versatility and proficiency across multiple sectors. His multifaceted background encompasses retail product representation, bulk market sales, and, more notably in recent years, leadership in large-scale kief and flower production for international export. As the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Low Gravity, Andrew has played an instrumental role in shaping the company's strategic direction and operational excellence.

 

Joseph Friis (CEO)

Joseph Friis graduated from UC Davis in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Biology and Hydrology with a focus on sustainable forestry and water management. Prior to entering the hemp and cannabis space, his career path has included employment with the USDA Forest Service, the University of California at Davis, several charity fundraising companies, and Blue Apron. In addition, Joseph’s entrepreneurial endeavors include a real estate LLC that owns and manages commercial properties in California and Washington. Joseph’s career in hemp and cannabis began in 2016 when he partnered in the creation of Wohleb Scientific to develop and patent a sustainable hemp and cannabis water extraction process. In 2022, Joseph and Andrew Seagrave created Low Gravity, LLC with the intention of becoming an industry leading manufacturer of bulk hemp-derived ingredients for a rapidly growing global hemp industry.

Joseph operates with an emphasis on environmental consciousness and sustainability with a focus on bringing safe and sustainable manufacturing practices into industries that have otherwise been considered unsafe, inefficient, and archaic.

William Wright (COO)

A native of the California Bay Area renowned for his affinity for embracing new challenges, he embarked on a journey of professional growth following his college education. Initially, he dedicated several years to Citibank, where he honed his skills as a personal financial advisor, gaining comprehensive insights into the realm of investment.

Bearing the influence of his upbringing in a large Italian family, his inherent passion for culinary arts led him to pursue formal training at the California Culinary Academy in 2001. Post-graduation, he traversed the landscape of the restaurant and hospitality industry, culminating in his tenure as the Executive Chef at Bounty Hunter Rare Wine and Spirits in Napa, California. Over a span of 15 years, he ascended the corporate hierarchy within Bounty Hunter, transitioning from the kitchen to the boardroom as the Director of Sales. In this capacity, he spearheaded the management of the online and telemarketing sales divisions, orchestrating interactions with a vast clientele and facilitating the generation of substantial annual revenue.

Driven by an unyielding thirst for growth and challenge, he assumed the role of Chief Operating Officer at Low Gravity in June 2022, immersing himself in the intricacies of the hemp industry. Overseeing all facets of the business operations, including licensing and permitting, financial management, logistical coordination for domestic and international shipments, human resources administration, and procurement and production oversight. Positioned at the forefront of Low Gravity's ascension, he remains steadfast in his commitment to navigating the dynamic landscape of this burgeoning enterprise, eagerly anticipating the myriad challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Stephanie Curran

With over 15 years of extensive experience as a Corporate Consultant and Operations Executive, Stephanie's expertise encompasses a wide array of domains, including operations, management, infrastructure development, sales, and marketing. Her professional journey has traversed diverse industries, ranging from medical, health & wellness to hemp agriculture, manufacturing, and product development.

Having contributed to the success of 47 startups, over 1500 medical practices coupled with a proven track record of 2 successful builds with exits, an acquisition and merger, she brings a wealth of experience uniquely suited to the Director of Sales role. Consistently deploying and delivering revenue producing outcomes and substantially adding value to organizations underscores her capability to optimize daily operations and maximize company resources effectively. Leadership comes naturally to Stephanie, and she possess an innate ability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving excellence.

As a proficient team player, she prioritizes adherence to compliance standards in regulated environments, approaching challenges with a determined "whatever it takes" mindset. Committed to continual self-improvement and dedicated to advancing the organization's objectives, Stephanie expresses confidence in their ability to contribute significantly as a valuable asset to the growth of Low Gravity.