Our Team
Our purpose is to provide our clients first-in-class wealth management solutions using the latest technology. Our leadership team is made up of cross-disciplinary experts who value, and are committed to, serving our clients. The team has demonstrated success and professional expertise in the areas of wealth management, custody, insurance, client relations and services, security and risk management, finance, 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 success 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.
Drew Hmielewski
Director of Business Development/Investor Relations
Drew Hmielewski is a former collegiate student-athlete for the University of Minnesota and brings a competitive drive and work ethic to Benaiah’s team. During Drew’s tenure at the U of M, he competed for the Golden Gopher football and baseball teams, and graduated earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Marketing Education. As the Director of Business Development and Investor Relations, Drew manages investor portfolios by supporting the growth of assets within Benaiah Capital’s two hedge funds. He assists in educating accredited investors and institutions about the opportunities in the digital asset and blockchain technology space. His eagerness to learn, keen sense for building relationships, and strong desire to help people has prepared him well to advance the Benaiah family. Drew resides in Sioux Falls, SD with his fiancé Madi.