Chelsea Candelaria, is a scientist and plant medicine and operations consultant with a deep love for her community and culture. Prior to entering the plant medicine space via cannabis Chelsea spent a decade managing environmental and energy programs. She views all things through both a lens of compassion and science. Chelsea has dedicated her career to uplifting her community through economic empowerment and education. She now sits on the board of The Equity Trade Network, working to build an ecosystem for small BIPOC and Justice impacted businesses to thrive.Chelsea believes in the science and healing capabilities of psychedelics, currently she operates as Chief of Staff at Oakland Hyphae. Chelsea is a recognized leader in the industry and has been featured in publications such as The Huffington Post and the East Bay Express. Chelsea is also the Founder of Calling Marijane, a platform that promotes authentic culture through cannabis, psychedelics, business and wellness.