Mombacho Cigars S.A. has a new general manager. In a recent press release, the company announced the hiring of Indiana Ortez as its new general manager for the company’s Nicaraguan operations. This is part of the company’s 15th-year anniversary strategic changes being made as it looks ahead to a new chapter in the company and brands’ history. Ortez comes from one of Nicaragua’s oldest Nicaraguan tobacco-growing families and has knowledge and experience with the production side of tobacco and cigars. She brings years of deep tobacco knowledge and new energy to the position of general manager. “It is both an honor and a pleasure to have Indiana joining the Senior Management team at Mombacho,” says Cam Heaps, president of Mombacho Cigars S.A. “While Indiana’s impressive and broad expertise is a welcome asset, her passion, spirit, and management style will also be an important part of the company’s cultural vision.” Ortez added: “Being the first Nicaraguan female general manager of a cigar company like Mombacho challenges me twice as much because I feel the responsibility to carry the high legacy of women in our industry. This position allows me to keep my personal promise of working with well-fermented tobaccos and continuing to push quality and consistency to an uncompromising place. Moving to the exciting colonial town of Granada, Nicaragua is also an exciting part of the role. Mombacho feels like a spaceship that is ready for take-off.” In March, Mombacho Cigars announced the departure of Claudio Sgroi, who served as the company’s master blender for nearly a decade. Sgroi indicated that he would be focusing his time and energy on his family and other professional ventures. He continues to serve in his role as the president of the Nicaraguan Tobacco Chamber (CNT) and is working on expanding his global reach in the industry through new partnerships with leading and up-and-coming brands. For all the latest news from Mombacho Cigars, visit mombachocigars.com.
