Espinosa Cigars has announced that Laura Barlau has joined the company as Vice President of Key Accounts and Special Projects. Barlau is a veteran of the tobacco and cigar industry since 2007, with experience in cigar purchasing, vendor relations, and retail partnerships. Most recently, she was Director of Purchasing and Events at Best Cigar Prices.
At Espinosa, Barlau will work closely with online retail and distributor partners, as well as on private label projects and contract manufacturing, to grow distribution and support the brand.
“We’re very happy to have Laura join an already solid team. She brings a wealth of industry knowledge and experience, along with a fresh energy that will serve our partners and our company well,” said Erik Espinosa, President of Espinosa Cigars, in a press release.
“I’m thrilled to be joining the Espinosa team! Erik’s vision and perseverance have positioned the company for great things, and I’m honored that the crew is putting their trust in me to be a part of this exciting future,” added Barlau.
