Mike Tyson has invested in the plant-based food sector.
According to a press release, Carma HoldCo, the parent company of cannabis brand Tyson 2.0, has made an investment in Mr. Charlie’s Told Me So (TMS), a quick-service plant-based restaurant. Co-founded by Aaron Haxton and Taylor McKinnon, the restaurant offers “Not a Hamburger” patties, Tindle-based nuggets, and “Frowny Fries,” among other menu items.
Thanks to the investment, Mr. Charlie’s TMS, which already has locations in Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; and Sydney, Australia, is set to reach even more customers globally as part of the plant-based movement.
Furthermore, Tyson views the investment as a prime opportunity to promote healthy alternatives, aligning perfectly with his personal values. As a longtime follower of a vegan lifestyle, he is especially excited about this venture.
“Mr. Charlie’s is a natural choice for Carma Holdco, as we diversify into the food industry,” Tyson said in the news release. “I very much believe in the healthy benefits of a vegan diet and was a strict vegan for many years. I’m proud to align myself with partners bringing healthy alternatives that taste good to the fast food space.”
Tyson and his partners also acknowledge Mr. Charlie’s mission to provide second chances to individuals, including members of the homeless population. “Mr. Charlie’s mission to help and hire those from the homeless community is something that I am truly passionate about, and I look forward to helping many people and communities with the expansion of Mr. Charlie’s across the globe.”
McKinnon and Haxton commented:
“Carma’s experience in building disruptive brands like TYSON 2.0 is exactly what we need to take Mr. Charlie’s to the next level. Both Carma and Mr. Charlie’s are about creating meaningful change—whether it’s providing second chances to our employees or delivering plant-based food in a fun and novel way. Together, we’re setting the stage for a new kind of fast food—one that’s healthier for people, better for the planet, and deeply connected to our communities.”
