somm - selective by choice banner ad

Staffing

Tabacalera USA Announces Key Leadership Changes

November 20, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
To strengthen its independent business units and to deliver innovative premium cigars and excellent customer service to both wholesale and retail trading partners and adult consumers, Tabacalera USA is making some key leadership changes. Read more

Carlos Escalona Joins Don Emmanuel Cigars

October 30, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
A convergence of experience, artistry, and belief is shaping one of the cigar industry’s most compelling new stories.  Read more

Hector Becerra Joins Casa 1910 as US National Director of Sales

September 29, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa 1910 AG announced this morning they have appointed Hector Becerra, formally of Quesada, as the company’s new US National Sales Director. Read more

Hector Becerra Announces Departure From Quesada

September 27, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Yesterday, National Sales Manager of Quesada Cigars announced he was departing the company and that his final day will be Monday, September 29th. Read more

Foundation Cigar Company Appoints George Frakes Director of International Sales

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company has announced the appointment of George Frakes as its new Director of International Sales, a strategic move that underscores the company’s commitment to strengthening its presence in Europe. Read more

Hiram & Solomon Cigars Appoints Sergio Katarjian Vice President of Marketing

September 8, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Hiram & Solomon Cigars today announced the appointment of Sergio Katarjian as Vice President of Marketing. Read more

Hiram & Solomon Cigars Appoints Benoît Bail Vice President of Sales

August 23, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Experienced commercial leader to steer global sales strategy, expand U.S. field organization, and strengthen international distribution. Read more

PCA Appoints Ricardo Carioni as Director of International Affairs & Education

August 11, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced the appointment of Ricardo Carioni as its new Director of International Affairs and Education. Read more

Wayne Clarke Departs Plasencia and Joins PDR Cigars

July 2, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
PDR Cigars has announced the appointment of Wayne Clarke as Vice President of Sales. Read more

Bentley Tobacco Officially Launches US Division – Appoints Jonathan Carney to CEO of US Division

April 4, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Bentley Tobacco of Bunde, Germany has formally announced the establishment of its U.S. operations under the new entity Bentley Tobacco | USA, based in Orlando, Florida. Read more

Luciano and Empresa Madeirense de Tabacos SA Join Forces to Form Constella Group

April 2, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Luciano Cigars and Empresa Madeirense de Tabacos SA have joined forces to form Constella Group. Read more

LOFB Adds Massiel Prieto and Justin Sandlin to Sales Team

March 25, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
League of Fat Bastards Cigars announced they are growing their sales team with the addition of two seasoned professionals, Massiel Prieto and Justin Sandlin. Read more

Eddie Tarazona Joins LOFB Cigars as Director of Sales, USA & Americas

March 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
LOFB Cigars has announced the appointment of Eddie Tarazona as Director of Sales in the USA and the Americas. Read more

Jeremy Fondi Joins Casa 1910

March 13, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa 1910 announced that Jeremy Fondi has joined their company as its National Sales Director. Read more

Eddy Guerra Joins La Flor Dominicana

March 12, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
La Flor Dominicana is proud to announce the appointment of Eddy Guerra as the company’s new Vice President of Marketing and Brand Development. Read more

Plasencia Names Ed Bello Chief Executive Officer

March 5, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Plasencia Cigars announced yesterday that Edward (Ed) Bello will join the company as Chief Executive Officer. Read more

Edca Quiñones Has Joined Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust

February 6, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Edca Quiñones has joined Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust as their first ever, in-house Sales Representative. Read more

Perdomo Hires Michael Giannini

January 24, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Perdomo Cigars announced that Michael Giannini, a longtime executive and figure of the cigar industry, has joined their Sales & Marketing team. Read more

Selim Hanono Returns to E.P. Carrillo

December 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
As COO, Selim will focus on maintaining the highest standards of quality, ensuring the timely launch of new products, and optimizing operations to support E.P. Carrillo’s ambitious plans for 2025 and beyond. Read more

Casa Turrent Appoints Ricardo Carioni as Head of Business Development

November 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa Turrent has announced the appointment of Ricardo Carioni as Head of Business Development, effective immediately. Read more