Cigar Industry Veteran Jonathan Lipson has announced he has launched his own consulting company, The Cigar Profit. Lipson is best known for his tenure as Alec Bradley Cigar Company’s Director of Sales and Marketing. He most recently served as a Senior Brand Manager for Alec Bradley at Scandinavian Tobacco Group.
The Cigar Profit is a specialized consulting firm designed to help cigar businesses sharpen their strategy, build brand equity, and drive long-term success. Lipson has two decades of experience spanning retail, sales, brand management, and marketing.
“I’ve seen how brands thrive—and where they lose momentum,” said Lipson. “The Cigar Profit helps businesses make smarter moves, refine their positioning, and create lasting impact in a competitive market.”
Lipson will work hands-on with clients to craft practical, high-impact strategies that keep businesses competitive and profitable.
To expand its offerings, The Cigar Profit has partnered with Cigars Consulting, a Nicaragua-based procurement and logistics firm with additional operations in Honduras and the Dominican Republic, led by founder Nasser Valenzuela, whom Lipson previously worked with in the cigar industry. Valenzuela’s comprehensive approach to procurement includes relationships with cigar factories across Latin America, quality control, vendor negotiations, and end-to-end logistics—from raw material sourcing to finished goods distribution.
“We’re excited to combine our global procurement and logistics capabilities with The Cigar Profit’s strategic expertise,” said Valenzuela. “This partnership gives clients the tools to streamline production, control quality, and optimize costs while growing their brand effectively.”
Additional information on The Cigar Profit’s consulting services and industry insights can be found on the company’s website at www.CigarProfit.com.
