Meet the founder & team

Zappy Zapolin

Zappy Zapolin is a futurist, filmmaker, and visionary leader at the forefront of the psychedelic renaissance. Widely recognized as the “psychedelic concierge” to celebrities, athletes, and global change-makers, he has dedicated his career to expanding access to safe, ethical, and transformative plant medicine experiences.

As Co-Founder of Psychedelic Concierge, Zappy brings over two decades of experience in consciousness research, education, and advocacy. He directed the groundbreaking documentary The Reality of Truth (20M+ views), featuring Deepak Chopra, Ram Dass, and Joe Dispenza, and later guided NBA champion Lamar Odom through a televised psychedelic healing journey. Zappy also serves on the Psychedelic Advisory Council at Benzinga, where he collaborates with leading scientists, therapists, and policymakers to shape the future of the industry.

With a background as a successful entrepreneur and investor, Zappy has built a unique bridge between mainstream culture, scientific research, and ancestral medicine traditions. His work highlights the urgent need for ethical training, integration, and professional standards in this rapidly growing field.

Zappy’s mission is to accelerate global healing by ensuring that psychedelic facilitation is conducted with integrity, compassion, and professionalism. Through Psychedelic Concierge, he is committed to setting the gold standard for facilitator education — one that honors sacred medicines, aligns with scientific rigor, and empowers a new generation of guides to safely lead the way forward.

Sean Gray

Sean Gray is a visionary entrepreneur, educator, and Co-Founder of Psychedelic Concierge. Alongside Zappy Zapolin and a world-class advisory board, he is pioneering the professionalization of psychedelic guidance, creating pathways for safe, ethical, and accredited facilitators worldwide.

As Founder & CEO of Gray Area Sales, Sean has over a decade of experience building, leading, and scaling education-based organizations. He and his teams have generated more than $100M in sales for some of the world’s most recognized educators and entrepreneurs, including Robert Kiyosaki, Pace Morby, Tarek El Moussa, Dan Bilzerian, and more. His expertise spans sales training, operational systems, leadership development, and community building.

Sean’s mission is to empower guides to thrive in both service and business—creating sustainable careers that honor sacred medicines while expanding access to those ready for transformation. His unique blend of entrepreneurial expertise, educational leadership, and passion for psychedelic wellness ensures that Psychedelic Concierge remains at the forefront of training and accreditation in this emerging field.

Lois Duncan

Lois Duncan is a wisdom keeper, author, speaker, and guide whose life and work have been profoundly shaped by her own healing journey with psychedelics and indigenous medicines. Through these experiences, she reclaimed her health, purpose, and voice — and now dedicates her life to ensuring others have access to safe, ethical, and accessible pathways for transformation.

As Program Director of Psychedelic Concierge, Lois leads the development and implementation of its globally accredited facilitation programs, ensuring rigorous standards that blend science, ethics, and ancestral wisdom. With more than three decades of experience in education, marketing, coaching, and transformational leadership, she brings a unique ability to translate complex teachings into accessible, actionable learning experiences for students worldwide. Lois’s mission is to elevate psychedelic facilitation to a gold standard — one rooted in integrity, accountability, and reverence for sacred medicines. Her combination of personal healing, professional expertise, and deep commitment to community makes her an essential voice in shaping the future of psychedelic education and safe access.

Guest Faculty

Dr. Maya Rivers

PhD

Neuropsychologist and researcher specialising in the neuroscience of altered states and trauma healing.

Rev. Kofi Adeyemi

Indigenous elder and ceremonial guide with three decades of experience in plant medicine tradition

Sarah Klein, JD

Attorney specialising in psychedelic law and policy, advising on legal compliance and harm reduction.

Dr. Luis Martinez, MD

Clinical psychiatrist involved in psychedelic research trials and integration protocols.

Dustin Robinson (Mr. Psychedelic Law)

Dustin M. Robinson is a distinguished attorney, CPA, real estate agent, and serial entrepreneur who serves as the Founding Partner of Mr. Cannabis Law, a full-service firm specializing in cannabis and psychedelic industries. With a multifaceted background gained from top-tier institutions like Deloitte and Holland & Knight, he offers an integrated approach to legal, financial, and business strategy that uniquely positions his practice at the intersection of regulatory complexity and entrepreneurial innovation.
Robinson is deeply embedded in advocacy and reform efforts across both cannabis and psychedelics sectors. He co-founded the non-profit Mr. Psychedelic Law, a 501(c)(4) organization dedicated to responsible legal reform and decriminalization in Florida. He also leads the drafting of psychedelic decriminalization resolutions for multiple cities and is involved in shaping a legislative framework for psilocybin commercialization in the state. His commitment to social equity and inclusion is further demonstrated through leadership roles in NORML of Palm Beach, the Florida Hemp Council, and the Broward County Medical Marijuana Advisory Board.
A prolific voice in the media and public platforms, Robinson has earned recognition among the “100 Most Influential People in Psychedelics.” He regularly contributes to major outlets such as Forbes, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal and leads industry discussions through panels at international conferences. In addition, he co-founded Iter Investments, a venture capital fund backing psychedelic-focused companies, showcasing his commitment to building the future of therapeutic and conscious industries.

Donell Wiklund (Psychedelic Provider-Church Elder)

Donell Wiklund has spent most of her adult life exploring health, physiology, and functional medicine is dedicated to understanding how the human body can function more optimally through exploring practices, tools, and natural healing resources. She is incredibly knowledgeable in the area of psychedelics, psychology, and human performance.

Dr. Edward Pearson (Ketamine TeleMed)

Dr. Edward W. Pearson, MD, ABIHM, completed his undergraduate studies in Microbiology and Chemistry at the University of Florida, followed by earning his medical degree—with an Academic Excellence Award—from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1999. He then completed his internship in physical medicine and rehabilitation at UC Davis in Sacramento in 2000, and began practicing as a primary care physician shortly thereafter. Certified by the American Board of Holistic Medicine (2005/2011) and the American Society of Addiction Medicine (2007), he continues to pursue ongoing training through the Institute for Functional Medicine and other leading integrative health institutions.
Dissatisfied with the limitations of conventional medicine, Dr. Pearson founded the New Medicine Foundation (NMF) in 2007. It's a global mission: “To Elevate the Health and Health Education of Humanity.” NMF emphasizes scientifically grounded, natural, biochemically balancing healing protocols, rooted in holistic principles and comprehensive patient education. Through NMF, he offers virtual treatment programs, physician training, and a range of specialized protocols and supplements designed to support detoxification, hormonal balance, weight loss, fertility, cancer care, and more, with the aim of restoring human health and challenging the drug-and-surgery-focused medical model.
In his integrative medical practice, Dr. Pearson also embraces expanded healing modalities, including medical marijuana. He is certified to use it and has seen significant results in treating conditions such as ADD in children, cancer- and therapy-related symptoms, and opioid addiction—demonstrating his commitment to involving psychedelic-assisted methods where they serve healing and holistic health goals.

Eric Vazquez, Mycologist, Founder NOOT Organics

Eric Vazquez is the founder of NOOT organics, he is a mycologist, microdosing specialist, and wellness coach dedicated to advancing plant medicine and integrative practices. Combining scientific knowledge with a holistic approach, he supports individuals in navigating plant medicine integration, healing, personal growth, detox and long-term well-being.

Dr. Maya Rivers

PhD

Neuropsychologist and researcher specialising in the neuroscience of altered states and trauma healing.

Rev. Kofi Adeyemi

Indigenous elder and ceremonial guide with three decades of experience in plant medicine tradition

Sarah Klein, JD

Attorney specialising in psychedelic law and policy, advising on legal compliance and harm reduction.

Dr. Luis Martinez, MD

Clinical psychiatrist involved in psychedelic research trials and integration protocols.

Erik Lieux (Mushroom Guide)

Erik Lieux is a trauma-informed Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) devoted to guiding individuals through deep healing from chronic anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and other psychological wounds. Since first exploring meditative and shamanic states in 2000, he has been an early pioneer in supporting consciousness-based transformation. He earned his bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in religious studies from Florida International University in 2007, followed by a Master of Science in Psychological Studies from Nova Southeastern University in 2011, specializing in mental health counseling.
In his clinical work, Erik focuses on integration therapy—helping clients heal from deep, long-standing trauma by reprogramming unconscious, repetitive patterns and stabilizing new, healthier ways of being. His approach encourages clients to deeply explore altered inner states, with the intention of bringing the insights and wisdom from those experiences into everyday life in meaningful, embodied ways.
Beyond traditional therapy, Erik channels his holistic sensibilities into Shamanic Tonic, where he blends his counseling background with plant-powered elixirs and ceremonial practices like cacao rituals paired with ecstatic dance—facilitating experiential healing that honors both psychological and energetic dimensions.

Hayleigh Tilton, PhD Candidate (Neuropharmacology)

Hayleigh Tilton is currently a doctoral student studying neuropharmacology at UNC Chapel Hill. Before beginning her PhD, she spent the past three years working in the Johns Hopkins Cannabis Science Lab within their Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit, or BPRU, where she gained hands-on experience studying the science of cannabis.
Her dedication to this field began even earlier. As an undergraduate at Florida State University, Hayleigh served as the Harm Reduction Chair and, later, President of Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP), advocating for evidence-based drug policy, harm reduction, and safer communities.
She brings a deep understanding of how these medicines interact with the brain and body, the importance of harm reduction, and why testing medicines is so critical for safety and integrity in this work.

Michael Cassidy

Walking Between Worlds: Iboga, Tradition, and the Future of Sacred Healing
Michael “Mboma” Cassidy is an internationally recognized Iboga ceremonial provider in the Missoko Bwiti tradition of Gabon, with over a decade of direct training under Moughenda Mikala, the 10th-generation Nima (shaman), along with guidance from other respected Bwiti teachers. He’s facilitated thousands of Iboga ceremonies across North America, Mexico, Gabon, Europe, and the Caribbean, making him one of the more experienced Iboga providers working today.
Before walking the Bwiti path, Michael spent years immersed in other healing practices such asTaoist meditation, Qi Gong, and firekeeping for sweat lodges as well as Andean ceremonies and rituals. He also carries extensive experience with other sacred medicines such as Ayahuasca, Peyote, and more, which helped shape his cross-cultural understanding of ceremony and healing.
As founder of Bwiti Healing, Michael blends traditional wisdom with modern medical safety, offering retreats and programs for veterans, first responders, high-profile individuals, and those seeking deep transformation. He works in close collaboration with doctors, therapists, interventionists, and addiction specialists, while mentoring a range of ceremonial providers who intern with him. Rooted in reverence for the Bwiti way, his mission is simple: help people find truth, clarity, and authentic connection with spirit.

Trevor Millar (Ambio Ibogaine Clinic- Mexico)

Trevor Millar is a social entrepreneur with over a decade of experience providing ibogaine therapy, a treatment known for its potential in addressing addiction and other mental health conditions. He is a co-founder and former board member of the Canadian Psychedelic Association, where he worked to advance education, harm reduction, and advocacy for the safe and responsible use of psychedelics. From 2018 to 2021, he served on the Board of Directors for the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) Canada, including over two years as Chair of the Board, where he contributed to the organization’s mission of supporting psychedelic research and therapy initiatives.
Trevor has been an outspoken advocate for the responsible integration of psychedelic-assisted therapies into healthcare, frequently sharing insights from his experience working with ibogaine and other plant medicines. His work has been featured in various media, most notably in the award-winning documentary DOSED (2019), which explores the use of magic mushrooms and iboga in treating addiction, anxiety, and depression. He continues to support projects and organizations that aim to expand access to psychedelic therapies while ensuring their ethical and effective delivery.
Through his leadership roles and public engagement, Trevor has become a trusted voice in the psychedelic movement, bridging the gap between grassroots healing communities and formal clinical research. His contributions have helped shape the growing conversation around psychedelic policy, harm reduction, and patient care, both in Canada and internationally.