NBA’s Al Harrington: ‘We Don’t Forget Those Harmed By Cannabis Prohibition,’ Our Mission Is Impact Before Profit
For NBA star turned cannabis entrepreneur Al Harrington, the opening of Village Dispensary in Hoboken, New Jersey, represents much more than just business expansion. It’s part of a mission to rectify historical wrongs and empower the communities most affected by the War on Drugs. Harrington’s personal story and connection to the cannabis industry are intertwined with his desire to create generational wealth for marginalized communities.
Village Dispensary is part of Village Brands, Harrington’s latest venture, and it brings a unique approach to the saturated cannabis market. With a philosophy rooted in community and empowerment, Harrington is determined to carve out a new path for the industry.
“When we were thinking about what to name the stores, we realized, Coca-Cola doesn’t have Coca-Cola stores. And retailers might not like it if your brand is also the name of a dispensary,” Harrington explains in an exclusive interview with Benzinga Cannabis. This was the inspiration behind the name “Village,” which reflects unity, growth and collective progress. “We’ve been bringing people together for the last 13 years through this magnificent opportunity to work with the cannabis plant, and it takes a village to do anything great,” he adds.
* This is part 2 of a 3-article series with Al Harrington. Check out part 1 here (‘It Takes A Village…To Build Generational Wealth’: NBA’s Al Harrington On His Full Circle Moment And Opening NJ Cannabis Dispensary) and follow Benzinga Cannabis to catch part 3.
Empowering Communities Hit By Prohibition
Village Dispensary’s opening in Hoboken marks a key step in Harrington’s larger plan to empower communities that have been disproportionately impacted by cannabis prohibition. The dispensary symbolizes progress and justice for people of …