Episode 131: Miguel Schoedel of Crowned Heads & OZ Family Cigars

This episode we have a great conversation with Crowned Heads' and OZ Family Cigars' National Sales Manager, Miguel Schoedel. Miguel walks us through his history in the cigar industry: from his early interest in tobacco and agriculture, to his time with CAO, and ultimately to where he is today. Miguel discusses informed cigar consumers and how they have made the industry better and more competitive. We also talk about how technology has impacted the business through consumers, as well as the pros and cons of boutique and mainstream cigar makers. Miguel talks in-house sales reps, being the leader you want to see, and he gives us his predictions for the cigar industry.

This episode is brought to you by Valacari Cigars and Small Batch Cigar.