A Full-Circle Moment: Dr. Midtown Founder Turns Past Cannabis Charges Into a Growing Multi-State Brand
A Full-Circle Moment: Dr. Midtown Founder Turns Past Cannabis Charges Into a Growing Multi-State Brand
The cannabis industry is filled with stories of change, but for the founder of Dr. Midtown, the legalization of cannabis represents something deeply personal — a full-circle moment years in the making.
This week, Dr. Midtown announced the release of its newest line of premium pre-rolls in Jersey City, available exclusively at The Cannabis Place. Alongside the launch, the company is introducing its new Golden Hash Infused products, which are rolling out across two states at select retail partners.
For founder Nas, the expansion represents far more than another product drop. It marks the transformation of a once-risky path into a legitimate career and growing brand.
Years ago, before cannabis legalization began reshaping the industry, Nas faced cannabis-related convictions in both states where Dr. Midtown now operates. At a time when cannabis laws were far more restrictive, what is now a regulated business opportunity was once a source of legal trouble and personal stress.
Today, those same states are part of the legal marketplace where Dr. Midtown products are being sold.
For Nas, that shift represents both progress and gratitude.
“Being able to operate legally in this industry is something I prayed for,” he says. “There was a time when cannabis created problems in my life. Now it’s something I’m able to build a future around.”
The story of Dr. Midtown reflects a broader change happening across the United States, as cannabis legalization has created opportunities for entrepreneurs who once faced legal consequences under older laws. For many, the legal cannabis market is not just a business opportunity — it’s a chance to rewrite their story.
Nas believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to follow their purpose and build something meaningful from their experiences.
“Sometimes the path you’re meant to be on isn’t always easy at first,” he says. “But if it’s truly your path, it will find its way back to you.” That belief has helped shape the identity of Dr. Midtown, a brand built around premium cannabis products and a culture rooted in authenticity.
The Jersey City launch at The Cannabis Place introduces consumers to Dr. Midtown’s signature pre-rolls, while the new Golden Hash Infused line expands the brand’s offerings for those seeking a more potent and elevated smoking experience.
As Dr. Midtown continues expanding across multiple states, Nas remains focused on building a brand that represents both quality and opportunity — proof that with perseverance, faith, and the right timing, a person’s story can come full circle. For the founder of Dr. Midtown, what once brought challenges has now become a calling.And today, that calling is building one of the industry’s emerging cannabis brands — legally, openly, and without the burdens of the past.