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October 24, 2024 · Interviews
Michael Smurfit: “The best thing about Cuban mini cigars is that I can enjoy different brands in just a few hours”
In the heart of London, we find Michael Smurfit, a young man who, after completing an internship at a family business branch in Alcalá de Henares and finishing his International Relations studies in Madrid, is now starting his professional career in the English capital. What at first seemed like a simple, casual chat with a reserved young man quickly turned into an interesting discussion about his relationship with Cuban cigarillos.
July 25, 2024 · Interviews
Wang Yiming: “More and more young people are becoming interested in Cuban mini cigars”
In the vibrant Chinese port city of Guangzhou, renowned for its bustling commercial activities, we meet Wang Yiming, a young man who has recently earned a PhD in Intelligent Transport System Engineering. In addition to his academic achievements, Yiming manages a bar that he and his partners founded, a venue distinguished by its illuminated ambience, contrasting with the typical dim atmosphere of similar establishments. During our visit, he shares his passion for Cuban mini cigars.
April 22, 2024 · Interviews
Odalys González: hands that never rest
Odalys González has been for years and continues to be a benchmark for the packing workers at Internacional Cubana de Tabacos (ICT), the Havana factory where Cuban mini cigars are made. Odalys is jealous of her work. When she starts packing, she doesn't like to be interrupted or diverted from her activity. Only her commitment to the business and her strong sense of belonging to the company have allowed her to grant this interview in the middle of her working day.
November 23, 2023 · Interviews
Carlos Bello: “Any time of the day is a good time to enjoy a Cuban mini cigar”
Born in Palencia, Carlos Bello, currently International Key Account Manager for the Cuban mini cigars portfolio at Tabacalera, has lived in Salamanca since he was 3 years old. He spent his university years in Madrid, where years later he joined Tabacalera through the Graduates program, with the idea of rotating through different departments. He started in the Finance area and then moved to the International Sales area, where he currently continues his work working with European markets such as France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, among others.
October 19, 2023 · Interviews
“The aroma of Cuban mini cigars is incomparable to all others”
Joan López has been a tobacconist since 1970. He has been running the Estanc del Mercat for more than 50
July 4, 2023 · Interviews
Guillermo Carrasco: between the Iberian culture, sports and Cuban mini cigars
From Salamanca, 30 years old, Guillermo Carrasco is a born sportsman. Rugby and martial arts keep him in shape. But when it comes to meeting with friends or enjoying after-dinner conversations, he brings out his fun-loving side and never misses a Cuban mini cigar to go with a drink.
May 19, 2023 · Interviews
Niurka Nilda Rivero Martínez, caring for the quality of Cuban mini cigars for 22 years
Cuban by birth and a resident of Boyeros (Havana), Niurka Nilda has been part of the ICT staff since its beginnings in 2001. We talked to this Development and Engineering Specialist to learn a little more about the steps behind the elaboration of each Cuban mini cigar.
March 30, 2023 · Interviews
“I love my job, especially the part of guiding the customer, particularly the younger ones”
Cuban by birth and Galician by adoption, Ariel Álvarez inaugurates the interview section of this blog to tell us something