the client is a premium cigar company with a heritage of crafting fine cigars. As they continue to grow globally, they seek a dynamic, entrepreneurial chief executive to advance the business to the next level. This is a confidential opportunity, and the ideal candidate brings experience in wines & spirits or luxury goods, along with a personal passion for cigars, brand building, and business development.
the client’s chief executive will provide strategic leadership and oversee day-to-day operational management. The role includes driving global brand development by overseeing marketing, sales, and operational activities to support sustainable growth. The chief executive will build a performance-driven culture while maintaining the authenticity and legacy of the brand, and will lead expansion into new markets with emphasis on both the U.S. and international growth.
The ideal profile is an entrepreneurial marketer with strong commercial acumen and leadership experience in branded luxury goods or FMCG, with a requirement that the candidate is not currently from the tobacco industry. The role calls for a hands-on, pragmatic leader who is emotionally intelligent and thrives in a fast-paced environment with minimal corporate bureaucracy. With a global mindset, the chief executive is expected to motivate and develop high-performing teams and drive the brand’s commercial success.