Meet the Team

meet the team we are the medicine

The shop founders are a visionary pair, passionately dedicated to inspiring today’s personal growth and transformation for the next seven generations.

Wayne William Snellgrove, Aka Standing Bear

Standing bear

Owner of the wearethemedecine social media group, Standing Bear is a powerful voice for Indigenous rights and a beacon of hope for a brighter future. A member of the Saulteaux Tribe from Fishing Lake First Nation, Saskatchewan, Canada, Standing Bear has dedicated his life to preserving and sharing Indigenous spirituality. As a 60s scoop survivor, he understands firsthand the devastating impact of colonial policies on Indigenous communities. Through his lectures around the world, Standing Bear inspires audiences with his unwavering commitment to justice and environmental protection.

A water protector, writer, filmmaker, and musician, he has achieved international recognition for his work. His two USA Swimming National Championships and his time on the USA Swimming National Team in 1995 showcase his remarkable athletic talents. Standing Bear is a spiritual leader who carries a medicine bundle and pipe carrier for his people. He believes that all beings are interconnected and that everyone has something valuable to contribute to the world. His unwavering dedication to protecting the sacredness of all life and his belief in the equality of all people make him a true inspiration.

Gerald Lagreze

Gerald Lagreze

From an idealistic young musician to a social entrepreneur with a global perspective, his journey has seen him transition from managing projects and teams to founding social platforms. Raised in a multicultural environment on the border between France and Geneva, Gerald’s experiences living in Spain, England, Laos and Thailand have shaped his understanding of diverse cultures and perspectives. As a contractor and manager for international companies, Gerald has gained valuable experience working in various countries across Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

His innovative platforms: GOODEERS; a social network designed to stimulate and reward good deeds, and ETHIQr; a platform dedicated to promoting ethical companies and their contributions to the environment and community; reflect his passion for social justice, sustainability and his belief in the power of collective action. Gerald guiding principle has always been to be useful and to make a positive difference. Because “A successful life is determined by the positive impact we have; how much good we bring to the world.”