Mike Tyson's TYSON 2.0 announced on Friday that it is expanding into Florida and Illinois with multi-state cannabis operator Verano Holdings Corp. VRNO VRNOF.
Under the deal, TYSON 2.0 will leverage Verano's network and operational expertise to broaden its saturation of Florida and Illinois markets.
Verano's state-of-the-art cultivation facilities and dispensaries – MÜV in Florida and Zen Leaf in Illinois – are expected to scale TYSON 2.0's impact.
TYSON 2.0's famous Mike Bites edibles are now available in both markets. Additionally, vape cartridges are currently available in Illinois with plans to launch in Florida later this year.
"We are thrilled to join forces with Verano, a leader in the cannabis industry," Tyson, co-founder and chief brand officer of TYSON 2.0, said. "This partnership represents a major step forward in our mission to deliver exceptional cannabis experiences to a wider audience. With Verano's unparalleled industry knowledge and resources, we are in a position to make a significant impact in Florida and Illinois."
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George Archos, Verano’s founder and CEO, seconded Tyson.
"Partnering with TYSON 2.0 is a fantastic opportunity for Verano, and we are excited to support their expansion into Florida and Illinois," he said. "Together, we will elevate the cannabis experience for consumers in these key markets."
In the meantime, a recent collaboration with a cannabis operator Lowell Farms Inc. resulted in a a special line of pre-rolls released in California. The legendary boxer's TYSON 2.0 35's pre-rolls are now available across the Golden State at select retail locations, including Harborside, One Plant, The Reef, Elevate Lompoc, Blazed Utopia and The Circle.
California’s product launch came on the heels of a collaboration with vape manufacturer Holiday to bring a premium cannabis vape collection to New York consumers in July.
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