Thursday, September 24 2009
DANIA, FL –- Alec Bradley Cigars, makers of the 94-rated Tempus and highly-acclaimed Select Cabinet Reserve and Maxx cigar series, have announced the appointment of Barry Blonder as Territory Sales Manager for the North Eastern United States. Effective immediately, Barry's territory will cover New York state (excluding Long Island), New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington DC and Ohio.
Before joining Alec Bradley, Barry held the position for La Flor Dominicana, whom he joined in 2005. Prior to that, he was the founding partner at Barlow's Premium Cigars & Pipes in Lafayette, Colorado.
Barry will report directly to Alec Bradley National Sales Manager, George Sosa.
Mr. Sosa states, "While we've always had good representation in the Northeast territory, Mr. Blonder has a track record of being able to grow emerging markets. Barry’s experience will be invaluable as we develop our international strategy, which initially, will include opening markets in Russia, China, and Israel. We are very excited to have him as part of our team." Barry will also wear the title of Emerging Markets Manager.
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