Guys, thank you very much for this post and for all your kind words; I'm sincerely humbled!. It is true that we are the only 100% own, operated and managed cigar factory in Estelí, without anybody in our staff holding a foreign passport
. Not that being a foreign investor/business owner is bad, on the contrary, as Nicaraguan I appreciate their trust and commitment to the country. However, our case makes it a little bit easier to transmit an authentic nicaraguan message and tell true story. With respect to the video, it was shot a few years back asa tribute to the people in our factory and in Estelí who make all of this possible for us. It was also a way to bring to you guys a little testimony of the people who are all-in behind the cigars you love! The truth is that no matter the size of your factory, or the popularity of your brand, these are the people that REALLY make it happen. The rest...we are just messengers for them to the world!
Finally, I just want to thank...again! the guys from Operation Esteli. As a Nicaraguan I truly feel honored and blessed that you guys care so much and put so much in... As I requested the other night, just make sure more BOTLs join so we can make the cause bigger every time.
I will be hanging around here more often, so if you guys want to ask anything or just exchange ideas it would be great!
Thanks again to all!