David Garofalo: The Cigar Retailing Authority

David Garofalo: The Cigar Retailing Authority

They call him the Cigar Authority, and not only because that is the title of his famous podcast. David Garofalo finds himself among the day’s quintessential cigar men by fairly popular acclaim. He’s built a large retail business, Two Guys Cigars, with three successful...
Meet WNBA’s Kelsey Plum: Cigar Maker

Meet WNBA’s Kelsey Plum: Cigar Maker

Kelsey Plum is a star professional basketball player known for her impressive career both in college and in the WNBA. Playing for the University of Washington Huskies, Plum once held the NCAA Division I record for most career points scored by a female player, amassing...
How to Make Your Next Event Your Best One Yet

How to Make Your Next Event Your Best One Yet

Let’s face it—the in-store event is not what it used to be. Blame it on a challenging economy, the season, or even the pandemic, but for many tobacconists, executing a successful event is easier said than done. Despite the challenges, it’s not all bad news for those...
New Member Highlight: The Louisville Thoroughbred Society

New Member Highlight: The Louisville Thoroughbred Society

Tell us about the Louisville Thoroughbred Society. Oliver De La Garza, LTS Cigar Manager: The Louisville Thoroughbred Society is a private, members-only social club that offers exceptional and exclusive social experiences for a diverse and eclectic group of members....
How C.L.E. Cigars is Giving Back to Honduras

How C.L.E. Cigars is Giving Back to Honduras

There were many indicators in the early life of Christian Eiroa pointing him toward a future of entrepreneurship in cigar making. First, he grew up in Honduras and spent much of his time on farms. While other kids his age spent their days in playgrounds or exploring...
Global Trade Alert

Global Trade Alert

[Update – October 3, 2024] Joint Statement Regarding Master Contract: “The International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. have reached a tentative agreement on wages and have agreed to extend the Master Contract until January...