POST IPCPR REVIEW by JD

[Jonathan Drew]

Friends.

It has been about an hour since I returned to Miami from the 2012 IPCPR show in Orlando. As we pulled up to the the house, I could see my wife looking to the left and to the right, all nervous. At first I thought maybe she noticed a dog run by without a leash or something or maybe someone blew a stop sign. But just at that moment, we pulled into our driveway and I saw two ladies jump out of their car and head right for us ... Of course, I realized, they are here to look at the puppies. As some of you know, my wife, Marielos and I are extremely into Dog Rescue, with 177 rescued and another 4 in process. So, after pouring my Bookers Bourbon I decided to hang around to listen to the conversation and whatnot. At the same time I opened my beloved iPhone 4S and looked at the photos that I took during the 4 day show (plus a few that were texted to me).

Almost all of the photos were taken in the DE booth, as I barely left at all. And although there were really not that many photos in total, some of them were very special. Now, before I go to throw them up on Facebook, I thought that it would be kinda neat to share them with BOTL first. Some of the photos are with Final Consumers, some are with Tobacconists, and some are with other Manufacturers. And some are just my fat self. But all of the photos represent a little piece of my personal experience, from my POV, that I wish to share here.

Tomorrow I will ask John Brooke to assist me in making the post the correct way and will add it to this thread.

Very best to each of you,
JD

 

[javajunkie]

dude, very cool, and look forward to them!

 

[DStan]

Best Regards JD, it is a great thing you and Marielos do with the Dog Rescue and all of your support for the military as well!

 

[Fox06WRX]

Awesome man!

 

[Hoshneer]

I saw some of the pups on Facebook. They were cute as shit. Thanks for sharing.

 

[zama80]

Can't wait to see the pics. Every dog I have had throughout my life has been a rescue or from the Humane society..mutts rule! You and your wife are doing good work my friend.

 

[NCost]

Can't wait to see, very cool of you. Also good on you for helping in dog rescue. One of our current dogs was a rescue and we couldn't be happier.

 

[ZachF88]

JD, you are awesome! I can't wait to see the photos. I wish I could have been there.

 

[SDShark]

Awesome JD! Looking forward to the pics! (fat or no fat, lol)

 

[JLB]

Excellent post. Looking forward tom the pics.

 

[burnin_brass]

very cool. of the three dogs I've had, two have been rescues.

 

[StogieNinja]

Wurd.

 

[Jfire]

I think I speak for everyone here and say that taking the time u do to post here is never overlooked. Wether it be a 6 dollar SF post (okay, okay I'll try it--"" ) or just updating us on your daily life as a cigar manufacture. All the time and info u have given, has always been appreciated. Stay classy J.D.
Regards,
Jfire

 

[willzbar]

I think I speak for everyone here and say that taking the time u do to post here is never overlooked. Wether it be a 6 dollar SF post (okay, okay I'll try it--"" ) or just updating us on your daily life as a cigar manufacture. All the time and info u have given, has always been appreciated. Stay classy J.D.
Regards,
Jfire

+1 :thumbup:

 

[ciggy]

I don't know how you do it bro, but kudos! If it were me I'd be looking for my hammock and a pillow. Can't wait to see the pics when you got time to post. I heard this years show was insanely busy.

 

[Jonathan Drew]

Postponed until Mañana, August 9th. Sorry.

 

[Craig Mac]

Wish I would have ran in to you at the show bro :waving:

 

[LOD]

Postponed until Mañana, August 9th. Sorry.

Bro thanks for taking the time at the party to discuss my buddies issue. Means a lot that you can take time away from your party to handle some business. Classy bro!

 

[Jonathan Drew]

IPCPR 2012 Photo Collection:

Below are some of the photos that I shot at the trade show, as well as a few that were texted to me. Some of these photos have a lot of significance in my life and some are simply random shots that we can consider "slice of life".

In any event, I am aware that there are many of me so I hope that I don't look pathological. I just really like my Resevoir Tip Hat. Hahahahahahaha

Finally, much love to the friends and biz peep who made the show, the CRA, IPCPR, and the B&M Tobacconists who keep our culture alive.

The photos are in chronological order and take you through the show in my circumference.





The night before shots of the new Herrera Esteli.




The Invite for the IPCPR party we had on Sunday night.





Some shots the night before we drive to Orlando at the Animal Kingdom. My wife and I loved it and shared the time with wonderful friends.



Saka and Nicholas Melillo at the DE Sales Meeting the day before the show. Nick is the Director if Purchasing Tobacco for DE in Nica. He also works on all the blends and production planning with Saka, myself and others.









More shots from the DE Sales Meeting. I was sketching ideas for MUWAT + 11 and took a few photos.



This is a shot of Paul Dinino (CRA Democratic Strategist) who has been incredible in fighting for our rights.



Glynn Loop (CRA Exec Prez) on left and the fellow to the right is Dennis Potter (Lobbiest who is fighting for us on FDA affairs).



My wife, Marielos telling me that she is so hungry that she could eat their food. Of course, she would never. She is high class Nica from Managua.



JD and the good peeps from Club Humidor in San Antonio Texas. They are wonderful peeps and bleed tobacco culture. We are planning something big with them for Memorial Day 2013.



Fabien Ziegler is the National Sales Director of DE. He speaks English, French and grew up in Switzerland. Peeps who know him live him, even though he often wears a kilt.



JD with Tom Navarro (DE Ambassador #1) with the good peeps from Stetson Cigars in Texas. This dude, Donald is a heavy Military guy. I forget the rank but the highest you can be in the US.



JD with Mathew Cool and Ben Edmundson from "Cigars 4 Warriors". We had a booth for them within our booth on trade show floor and at our party. We stand behind them 100%.



The new "CUENCA Y BLANCO" from Joya de Nicaragua. Hit the Lonsdale.













These photos are of retailers from the show. There is also a photo of Thor from Cigar Press Mag who was using the Holy Toilet. Thor is a true BOTL and a great friend.



JD & Pepin at the DE Booth.





JD & Pepin with retailers at the DE booth.



JD, Gordon Mott (CA) and Rocky in DE booth.



JD, Orlando Padron(s), Alejandro Martinez Cuenca (Joya de Nicaragua) and "Cuenca Cigar Lounge Fort Lauderdale). They have no relation to Joya. All in the DE booth chillin.







More Retailers from the show.



Jessi from Cigar Press Mag. I kept calling him Simon.



The Elogio dude. Good guy doing a fine job in Nicaragua.



My wife, Marielos with Hugo Cassar from Phillips & King/Kretek at the DE booth.



JD with Bill Span (CEO of IPCPR) with artist Alberto Godoy.



The 71 Gator Donk Impala looking mean parked out front.



Mike Cellucci - new Prez of DE. Saka is now CEO of the company.



Shorty Rossi and cast from "PitBoss" on Animal Planet.



Hercules is the best Pit Bull.



Nicholas Melillo at the Padilla Booth.



Tim Podwika from Podman Cigars with the dude from Cuavari Cigars and friends.



My wife, Marielos and Marvin's fiancé, Netta. Looking beautiful and supportive.



Marvin Samel of DE (my Biz Partner) and the CRA at their booth.



Pete Johnson, Tim Podwika, and Jorge Rico at a party.



Chris Preetorius and Tom Navarro from "Cigars 4 Warriors".



I stuck that shit there.



Marvin & Dizzle.



JD and Phil "Big Swoll" Zainge.



Dizzle winning an art award for DE at the Cigar Cult Awards. Wish Jessi was here to accept it instead of me. I gave a nice speech though. Almost cried.



At the DE party at Corona Cigar Company. I introduced Marvin to the mic.



RP and Lasches & Mustashes chick. All good.



Big boy, Saka & Marvin at speech at DE party at Corona Cigars.



JD & Skip Martin at somewhere. He is my Hommie. I'm rooting for that kid. He is legit.



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Mathew Cool and Ben Edmundson and Tom Navarro with JD. We proudly Accept the award from our warriors and will always remember that day and that honor.



In closing, Orlando Padron - my Hero.

Hope this goes through on Tapatalk.

Best
JDizzle.

 

[CigarSaint]

Thanks for sharing your pictures..... I see you met my boy Louis Molina from Habana Port in Covington, La. That is one wicked smart dude.