Our Team
Our purpose is to provide investors the opportunity to diversify their investment portfolio into the digital asset market. We are focused exclusively on digital assets, emerging blockchain technologies, and advancements in the buildout of Web3. The leadership team is made up of cross-disciplinary experts who value, and are committed to, serving our clients. Our team has demonstrated success and professional expertise in the areas of cryptocurrency, wealth and portfolio management, custody, security and risk management, finance, tax, audit, insurance, client relations, marketing, and administration.
Benjamin Wiener
CEO/Chairman
Ben Wiener is the CEO of Benaiah Co. and Chairman of the Board for Benaiah Holdings, Inc., a family of service companies. With a deep understanding of digital currencies, decentralized ecosystems, and effective trading strategies, Ben excels in navigating the complexities and opportunities within blockchain and emerging Web3 technologies. His academic background in economics and finance, combined with over fifteen years as a business owner, has equipped him with the financial acumen, instruments, and risk mitigation strategies essential for successful portfolio management in the digital currency market. Ben’s expertise has been recognized in leading finance publications such as Forbes, Crain Currency, and Simple.
Throughout his career, Ben has consulted for accredited investors, family offices, trust companies, estate planning councils, corporations, and entrepreneurs worldwide, offering education on structuring and managing diverse investment portfolios in the digital asset market. His entrepreneurial skillset and value-focused mindset position him well to lead Benaiah Management, Benaiah Capital, and Benaiah Custody Solutions. Ben resides in Sioux Falls, SD with his wife Leah and their five children.
Chris Hmielewski
Chief of Staff/Investor Relations
Chris Hmielewski provides administrative leadership across all Benaiah Holdings, Inc. companies. Chris possesses over 25 years of experience in administration, leadership and staff development, fiscal management, operations, and client relations. During his 16 years as Director of Athletics at Southwest Minnesota State University, Chris fostered a culture of hard work, success, and teamwork while achieving financial and organizational growth. As Chief of Staff, he oversees the executive leadership, business development, operations, and client relations across the business entities. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English Secondary Education and a Master’s in Higher Education Leadership and Administration. Chris resides in Sioux Falls, SD with his wife Mary Jo and enjoys keeping up with their three adult children.