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MEET YOUR TOBACCONISTS
Shaun Payne + Brady Grant
MEET
SHAUN PAYNE
Shaun Payne is a pastor in Memphis, a happy husband to Tracy, and a proud father of four. He is the founder and owner of Smokers Abbey Memphis, where his passion for discovering the next great boutique cigars comes alive—helping people find what they didn’t know they were looking for.
Active in both his church and community, Shaun finds joy in sharing Memphis’s rich local food, building meaningful relationships, and creating spaces where strangers quickly feel at home. He also loves music, which has been a lifelong source of inspiration and connection. When he’s not at the Abbey, you’ll likely find him fishing, watching MMA, enjoying good music, or staying active—just not by running.
MEET
BRADY GRANT
Brady has worked in the Memphis pallet industry for nearly 20 years, building strong relationships and a reputation for hard work and integrity. He has been married for eight years to his amazing wife and is a proud father to their wonderful son. Active in his church, Brady also enjoys cigars, fishing, watching MMA, and lifting weights.
A loyal customer of the Abbey since it first opened in 2020, Brady joined as an owner in 2025. His passion for community and connection, paired with his long-standing love of boutique cigars, makes him a natural fit to help lead the Abbey into the future.
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