E.P. Carrillo has announced that Selim Hanono has returned to the company as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Hanono succeeds David Spirt as COO who departed the company earlier this Fall.

“Selim’s return is a tremendous opportunity for E.P. Carrillo as we focus on the next phase of our evolution,” said Ernesto Perez-Carrillo III in a press release. “His leadership, operational expertise, and passion for quality and innovation will help us continue delivering exceptional cigars while meeting the growing demands of our customers.”

“I’m honored to rejoin E.P. Carrillo, a company I have always admired and respected,” said Selim Hanono, COO. “This is an exciting time for the brand, and I look forward to working with the extraordinary team to build on its success and continue creating cigars that captivate and inspire enthusiasts around the world.”

Hanono was previously Carrillo Cigars’ COO from 2019 through the end of 2020.