Today we’d like to introduce you to Frank Woods.
Hi Frank, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
For as long as I can remember, my mentors, my father and uncle, always talked about starting a cigar company. We would often smoke cigars together and talk about life, sharing our accomplishments, big and small. These moments have been some of the happiest in my life.
When my wife and I learned we were expecting our first child, I celebrated by enjoying a smooth, bold-flavored cigar. Since then, smoking cigars has become a tradition for me. I smoke them when I meet new family members, close business deals, celebrate births, and even mourn deaths. When my father passed away in 2018, I knew I had to continue the tradition for my children and my family.
My father was a great man who believed that no matter who you are or where you come from, you must live outside the box and not conform to social norms. That is what Carver Cigar Company is about. We believe cigars are for life celebrations, big and small, enjoying time with family and friends, and just living life in general.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Not completely; you find yourself constantly navigating taxes, licensing, and life in general. You learn the importance of scheduling and time management. Initially, it was a struggle, but once you have your schedule policies and procedures in place, it becomes so much easier!
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
We are a family-owned Cigar company. Our number one priority is to “give everyone on a seat at the table”. The goal is to offer a premium product at a reasonable price. We have succeeded in doing so. The thing I am most proud of is that the standards and mission of the company have been upheld, and we have not compromised in order to get additional revenue; I think that ultimately is what’s going to set us apart if we continue to uphold the standard.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
Humble yourself and ask questions. If you find that you are the most knowledgable person in the room, go find another room. I found that if you approach each conversation with an open mind the odds of it being a meaningful conversation are in your favor.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.carvercigarco.com
- Instagram: Carver_cigar_co
Image Credits
Kelton Gresham
