Aaron Sweat

Aaron Sweat is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer for Humboldt Social. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the fields of architecture, sustainability, cannabis manufacturing and marketing. Aaron holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecting and Urban Sustainability from Florida A&M University.
Aaron has practiced architecture nationally and internationally, working with award winning firms like Lake|Flato and Nelsen Partners. After 8 years of practicing Architecture, Aaron started his cannabis career in the Central Coast of California in 2016 working with municipalities to develop their local cannabis regulatory framework with Surterra.
Aaron built a multi-faceted cannabis manufacturing and distribution company in Eureka, California. He executed a multi-state licensing deal with a Pacific Northwest brand LunchBoxAlchemy for manufacturing and distribution and worked with dozens of cannabis farmers to develop their crops raw material into recognizable and marketable product lines. He built capacity in cryo ethanol extraction, edible manufacturing, distribution network, and farm-to-table brand development.
Aaron feels lucky to be living and working in a beautiful part of the world during a historic time in this emerging cannabis industry. He is passionate about reframing the way consumers see and experience the plant.
When Aaron first arrived in Humboldt County, he visited the Humboldt Bay Social Club as a guest. He appreciated the well-crafted, honest social experience. He worked with Jon O’Connor while serving the City of Eureka’s Economic Development Committee together. His skill set and experience made him the natural choice to guide the launch of Humboldt Social into a happy, profitable, and growing business.
Aaron’s leadership and management style is rooted in the three pillars of company, culture, cash flow, and giving back. He is inspired to create sustainable connections between hospitality and cannabis.