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Randy Rivera
Founder & CEO
Master Cigar Sommeleir (IACS), Cigar Sommeleir X2 (IACS / TU). Comsumer Tobacconist Certification (TU), Habamos Sommeleir Certification (Academia Habanos S.A, Cuba).
1st & Only Cigar Sommeleir in the world certified by the Dominican Republic / INTABACO & INFOTEP
Monique Melendez
Director of Events & brand Ambassador
Founder and CEO of Exclusive Marketing & Events
This rockstar has brought memorable events throughout the NY tristate area. Making her one of the leading Marketing & Event professionals in the buisness. Monique has teamed up with the Monarch Cigar Society which guarantees extraordinary moments for our members.
Francisco "Chico" Rivas
Master Blender
Master Blender, CEO & Founder of Manufactura Rivas
Known as one of Dominican Republic's Top Master Blenders "Chico" has dominated the industry by producing works of art not just for himself but other cigar brands. The Monarch Cigar Society is honored to have "Chico" as our manufacturer.
Monarch brand ambassadors
Cynthia Fuentes
Leonor Abzaradel
Cynthia Fuentes
Vice President of Arturo Fuente Cigars a global brand that reines in the industry as one of the best.
Cythia has contributed and dedicated herself to helping various organizations world wide.
Cynthia is also a part of the SOTL Global Movement.
Odelma Matos
Leonor Abzaradel
Cynthia Fuentes
Owner of La Faraona Cigars
Located in historic Ybor City, Tampa FL
This Cuban Master Blender has created some of the best cigars known to Tampa.
Odelma is also a world record holder for the worlds biggest cigar, measuring 469 feet!
Karen Berger
Leonor Abzaradel
Leonor Abzaradel
Owner of Karen Berger Cigars
Frome the fields of Nicaraqua Karen Berger Cigars has embelished unique flavor profiles that have made a great impact in the cigar industry.
Karen is also a part of the SOTL Global Movement.
Leonor Abzaradel
Leonor Abzaradel
Leonor Abzaradel
Owner of Platinum Cigars
Leonor also known as "Cigar Blondie" has made her mark in the cigar industry capturing mildstones like Cigar -
Journal 's Best Boutique Brand in the Dominican Republic for 2024-2025
Leo is also a part of the SOTL Global Movement.
Raquel & Patricia Quesada
Raquel & Patricia Quesada
Raquel & Patricia Quesada
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Ines Lorenzo-Gomez
Raquel & Patricia Quesada
Raquel & Patricia Quesada
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Elizabeth Santos
Raquel & Patricia Quesada
Elizabeth Santos
Co-Owner of Noble Cigars
Master Cigar Sommelier (IACS) "Remarkable Liz" as known on social media is tasked with overseeing IACS's public relations. Elizabeth is also the Founder of Remarkable Aficionadas and part of the SOTL Global Movement.
Angelina Jerez
Raquel & Patricia Quesada
Elizabeth Santos
Co-Owner of Serie 040 Cigars
Cigar Roller and Owner of Angelina hair Academy. Angelina has balanced the world of beauty and cigars by giving 100% in both.
Angelina is also part of the SOTL Global Movement.
Monarch Board of representatives
Ivelisse Rodriguez
Ivelisse Rodriguez
Ivelisse Rodriguez
Retired NYPD Detective with more than 22yrs of service Ivelisse has transformed her leadership, discipline, and cultural pride into a meaningful outlet for networking through womens impowerment colaborations within the cigar culture.
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Cigar History
On April 13, 1886 The first cigar was rolled in Ybor city
Ignacio Haya and Serafin Sanchez located on 7th Ave and 15th St in Tampa and was licensed as Factory No. 1.
Biggest Cigar in the world!
- The Monarch's Brand Ambassador Oldema Matos from La Faraona Cigars made history by breaking the current Guinness world record on March 21st, 2026 in historic Ybor City, Tampa Florida. Odelma crushed the old record of 295.4 feet made in Cuba back in 2016 with a massive cigar measuring 469.1 feet spanding 2.5 city blocks
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