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PCA 2021: AJ Fernandez Cigar Company
From the 2021 PCA Trade Show, we talk to AJ Fernandez of AJ Fernandez Cigar Company.
AJ Fernandez Cigar Company was one of the cigar companies that "held the line" and didn't focus on introducing new products. While some may be disappointed one can also look at it as a positive sign. For years, many companies like Padrón, Oliva, and Arturo Fuente have not introduced new product and have had excellent trade shows. This was indeed an excellent Trade Show for AJ Fernandez Cigar Company. Yes, the company downsized the booth but it also maintained the look of professionalism and allowed for the products to be showcased and for orders to be taken.
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PCA 2021 Report: AJ Fernandez Cigar Company: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-kKA
AJ Fernandez Cigar Company was one of the cigar companies that "held the line" and didn't focus on introducing new products. While some may be disappointed one can also look at it as a positive sign. For years, many companies like Padrón, Oliva, and Arturo Fuente have not introduced new product and have had excellent trade shows. This was indeed an excellent Trade Show for AJ Fernandez Cigar Company. Yes, the company downsized the booth but it also maintained the look of professionalism and allowed for the products to be showcased and for orders to be taken.
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PCA 2021 Report: AJ Fernandez Cigar Company: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-kKA
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