Our Story
From a local distributor to a statewide cannabis leader.
Bango Distribution is one of California’s first licensed cannabis distributors, built to facilitate legal purchasing from the Emerald Triangle and deliver to medical dispensaries statewide. Since then, Bango has expanded into cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution across multiple states, supplying hundreds of retailers with trusted, compliant cannabis products.
Well over 500 dispensaries serviced.
2015
Foundation
Bango Distribution is founded as one of the first licensed cannabis distributors, supplying nearly 500 medical dispensaries across California.
2016
Building Infrastructure
Bango expands to a fully regulated, semi-automated processing and fulfillment facility in Santa Rosa, offering white label and distribution services.
2017
Cultivation Expansion
Bango acquires four one-acre farms in Sonoma County dedicated to premium sun-grown cannabis, ensuring tighter control of product quality.
2018
Elyon Cannabis Launch
Elyon Cannabis debuts, selling proprietary Sonoma County flower. By year’s end, sales surpass $20M in branded jars and pouches.
2019
Rapid Growth
A new 6,000 sq. ft. office supports expanded sales and marketing campaigns, driving Elyon into statewide recognition.
2020
New Brands Emerge
Launch of The Lid brand and introduction of CBD-based product lines. Distribution expands into a new 10,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility.
2021
Top 10 Recognition
Elyon and Feelz rank among LeafLink’s Top 10 most-sold brands in California, cementing their place in a highly competitive market.
2022
Dank Diamonds
Introduction of Dank Diamonds, Bango’s premier concentrate line, targeting the fast-growing extract category.
2023
East Coast Expansion
Bango opens a 200,000 sq. ft. New Jersey cultivation and distribution facility, bringing Elyon and other brands to the East Coast.
2024
Bango Bites
Launch of Bango Bites, a vegan, pectin-based gummy line that quickly becomes Bango’s most media-forward brand.
2025
Bango National
Rollout of Bango National, extending hemp-based products and national distribution. Marks the start of a true multi-state operating platform.
2026
Minnesota Launch (Planned)
Expansion into Minnesota, adding another state to Bango’s distribution footprint while continuing national brand development.
Team
Meet the people driving California’s cannabis forward.
Ron Ferraro
CEO
Ronald Ferraro, founder of Bango Distribution, brings extensive experience in business and the cannabis industry. He started in granite, expanded into real estate, and then explored California's cannabis potential. In 2016, he launched a cannabis distribution company, later founding his own cultivation operation, The Elyon Cannabis™ Brand, which has achieved over $100 million in sales. Ferraro's developed SOPs allow him to efficiently launch operations and provide quality products in New Jersey's recreational market. He continues to expand his cannabis portfolio, staying ahead in the industry.
Austin Moses
Director of Operations
Austin Moses, Bango Distribution’s Director of Operations, began his career as a bud-tender in northern California. Ferraro recognized his branding talent and recruited him to lead California marketing. He quickly advanced to Director of Sales and Marketing, growing brands by analyzing market trends and promotions. He also built successful brand ambassador and sales training programs. Austin later expanded into production, optimizing efficiency and packaging. Bridging marketing, sales, and production, he resolved gaps such as custom packaging and workflows to ensure consistent supply.
Matthew Ferraro
Co-Founder
Matthew Ferraro, co-founder of Elyon Cannabis with his brother Ron, is a seasoned cannabis entrepreneur. He's recognized as a trendsetter, consistently bringing innovative opportunities to the table by building industry relationships and staying ahead of the competition. Matthew's role involves assessing opportunities, developing execution plans, and balancing the management team's entrepreneurial spirit with a sustainable and responsible approach for Bango.
Yoel Chetrit
Director of Cultivation
Yoel Chetrit, Bango Distribution's Director of Cultivation, joined the cannabis industry after earning a bachelor's in Applied Economics. He started as an industry researcher at a compliance firm, where he met Ferraro. Yoel later became a farm manager for Ferraro in 2020, boosting efficiency and improving yield and quality. His background in compliance has been vital in establishing new operations across multiple states, managing everything from site selection and permitting to budgeting and launching.
Victor Paz
Production Manager
Victor Paz started as a farm technician at Ferraro, quickly becoming a natural leader. He's now the production manager, overseeing teams of up to 50, ensuring timely production, and driving Bango's efficient scaling of packaging and distribution. Victor also collaborates with the sales team to develop new products.
Susan Yang
Quality Assurance Manager
Susan Yang, a legacy operator at Bango Distribution, oversees the delicate processing and storage of raw cannabis. She identifies optimal uses for each bit, ensuring quality and profitability in large-scale production.
Alexis Perez
Executive Administrator
Alexis Perez, Executive Administrator at Bango Distribution, is crucial to the management team's success. She handles diverse tasks, from bookkeeping to scheduling, enhancing departmental cohesion.
Tim Stahl
Creative Director
With over a decade of experience in the toy industry, Tim bring a proven track record of creating innovative products and building engaging brands. As Creative Director at Bango Distribution, Tim leads with a blend of design expertise and entrepreneurial vision to shape memorable consumer experiences and drive the company’s growth
Join forces with Bango Distribution to bring premium cannabis from our fields to shelves nationwide.
Join forces with Bango Distribution to bring premium sun-grown cannabis from our greenhouses to shelves across the state — efficiently, compliantly, and at scale.