Taylor Larson
Taylor has played a significant role at The Novel Tree for almost four years as a manager for both our medical and recreational teams. She has always had a passion for working with our medical guests and made the decision last year to join the medical team full-time. She is certified by the Washington Department of Health to provide well-informed medical cannabis recommendations, and considers all factors that are a part of these important decisions. With great enthusiasm for outstanding service and her expertise in finding the right product for every patient, Taylor is an amazing addition to our Medical team! The health, safety, and comfort of our guests are her number one priority, and you can trust that Taylor will work closely with you to ensure your experience is personalized and informative each and every time.
Fun facts from Taylor:
• Is originally from California and moved to Washington in 2016.
• Loves spending time outside with my husband and dog.
• Has a secret knack for doing nails extremely well!
Cody Staal
Cody Staal is a consultant with The Novel Tree-Medical. He joined The Novel Tree in November 2019 when he decided to combine his passion for alternative natural medicine and his love for hospitality.
Cody’s strong desire to help others makes him a medical consultant who takes pride in getting to know his patients, allowing him to deliver the best recommendations possible. With certification from the Department of Health, Cody is qualified to recommend cannabis products to people with a variety of medically focused issues and aliments. Cody relies not only on personal medicinal research but also on the feedback of other patients to ensure all of his recommendations are carefully selected. He is excited to continue growing and helping patients alongside The Novel Tree team.
Fun facts from Cody:
• Comes from a long line of dairy farmers.
• Runs nine miles a day.
• Fascinated by ancient aliens documentaries.
Allie McAboy
Alexandra McAboy is CEO and co-founder of The Novel Tree and The Novel Tree Medical in Bellevue, Washington. Since opening The Novel Tree in November 2014, she has been a thought leader in the cannabis industry. The Novel Tree Medical opened in April 2017 and is the first and only dedicated medical cannabis dispensary in Washington’s “I-502 system,” leading the way in education, medical cannabis quality assurance, and patient services. Alexandra’s cannabis stores have won multiple awards and she herself has been listed among the Top Most Important Women in Cannabis 2016 and 2017 as well as one of Top 20 Most Talented People in Seattle by Seattle Magazine.