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NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony Debuts New ‘STAYM7LO’ Cannabis Brand in NYC


The Travel Agency, New York’s premier cannabis collaborate with 10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony to celebrate Anthony’s debut cannabis-driven agency Grand National and brand ‘’STAYME7O’.
In celebration of the launch and the upcoming 4/20 holiday, Anthony made a public appearance at The Travel Agency’s Fifth Avenue location to meet fans and debut his newest venture.
“I’m excited to be launching the debut of STAYME7O in New York. New York is home, and bringing this project to life here feels incredibly personal and full circle.’ said Anthony.”
STAYME70, pronounced “Stay Melo,” was made in partnership with renowned cannabis entrepreneur Jesce Horton and award-winning creative director Brandon Drew Jordan Pierce . The partnership between STAYME70 is a natural extension for both brands – both carry a core mission of bringing social equity into the cannabis industry, prioritizing working with BIPOC-owned businesses, and reinforcing the commitment to social justice and economic empowerment.
Carmelo’s visit drew hundreds fans to The Travel Agency’s Fifth Avenue dispensary. The event was part of The Travel Agency’s “High Neighbor” series –a 4/20 celebration through a week of immersive, neighborhood-driven cannabis experiences. The Travel Agency is proud to partner with the NY legend, and welcome STAYME70 across all three of its NYC locations.
Included strains:
Pressure Pack (Sativa)
Hall of Flame (Hybrid)
Garden Grape (Indica)
Portion of the proceeds will go to Carmelo Anthony’s Nonprofit, Nu Project, a nonprofit supporting diverse entrepreneurs in wealth building through funding, coaching, and networking, as well as the Last Prisoner Project, another nonprofit that is aimed at cannabis criminal justice reform.
Learn more about Nu Project here.