About David Garofalo

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About the Author: David Garofalo

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David Garofalo may be The Cigar Authority, enjoying acclaimed success as a published author and public speaker, but he made his debut into the business world in a much different place. Armed with a freshly-printed high school diploma, a strong work ethic, and his trademark creativity, David’s first venture was to purchase a cable car diner without any available cash. Starting with nothing, he grew his new business fast and then sold it within three years, paying off his debts and making a decent profit.

David next moved into the fast-growing nightclub market, taking control of neighborhood bars and turning them into profitable nightclubs. As his staff of DJs spun the popular disco hits of the time, David was spinning his marketing skills, experimenting with ground-breaking promotional events that drew patrons to his popular nightspots. From there, David purchased his first cigar shop, and as they say, the rest is history.

David’s entrepreneurial experience, combined with his knowledge of promotional marketing, has set the stage for retail achievement, helping him reach the pinnacle of success.

What David’s Been Up To

Aside from running his successful chain of smoke shops and writing his highly-rated Amazon book, David has his hands in a variety of businesses and initiatives:

• Creator of his own cigar line, including the Garofalo La Famiglia Connecticut blend, Garofalo La Famiglia Maduro, and Garofalo La Famiglia Sun Grown.
• Host of a weekly podcast called The Cigar Authority on YouTube where David and guests talk about cigar news, reviews, and everything in between. It’s the longest lasting cigar podcast voted the Ambassadors of Cigars by Cigar Journal magazine and voted the Top 10 Educational Podcasts on Podbean.
• Creator and founder of Studio 21 Podcast Café, where he helps promote and market other small businesses in his United Podcast Network. Studio 21 is located on the second floor above Two Guys Cigar Shop in Salem NH.
• Host of a live podcast called The AshHoles Unfiltered Cigar Radio.
• Author of The Cigar Authority COOKBOOK, a collection of recipes that pair some of the finest premium cigars ever made with global cuisine.

As you can see, this published author, orator and B&M retail entrepreneur never has a dull moment!

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