Our Team

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CEO & Managing Partner

With over two decades of expertise in digital marketing and customer relationship management (CRM), Miguel De Gracia brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic vision to De Gracia & Estevez Cigars. Throughout his career, he has worked across diverse verticals, including retail, consumer packaged goods (CPG), eCommerce, and luxury brands, driving growth and innovation for some of the world’s most esteemed companies.

As CEO, Miguel channels his passion for excellence and his deep understanding of brand storytelling into curating exceptional cigar experiences. His leadership embodies the perfect balance of tradition and innovation, ensuring that De Gracia & Estevez Cigars continues to honor the timeless art of cigar craftsmanship while embracing modern luxury.

Under Miguel’s stewardship, the brand’s vision is to grow into a symbol of sophistication and culture, offering aficionados a lifestyle rooted in authenticity, quality, and connection.

CFO & Managing Partner

With over 20 years of experience in the banking industry, Gissel De Gracia serves as the Chief Financial Officer of De Gracia & Estevez Cigars. Her expertise spans International Private Banking and Financial Compliance, where she has successfully managed complex financial operations and ensured adherence to global regulatory standards.

Gissel’s meticulous approach to financial strategy and governance strengthens the foundation of De Gracia & Estevez Cigars, allowing the company to grow sustainably while maintaining its commitment to excellence. Her leadership ensures that every financial decision supports the brand's legacy of quality, craftsmanship, and innovation.

At the intersection of finance and passion, Gissel plays a pivotal role in driving the company's success and honoring its mission to deliver luxury experiences to cigar enthusiasts worldwide.

Chiel Legal Officer

Emma Estevez serves as Chief Legal Officer at De Gracia & Estevez Cigars, overseeing all legal and contractual matters that shape the foundation of our business. A graduate of the prestigious Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD) with a degree in Law, Emma brings deep expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiation.

Her role is vital to ensuring that every partnership, distribution agreement, and business transaction aligns with both local and international legal standards. With a sharp legal mind and a passion for protecting the integrity of the brand, Emma plays a key role in guiding De Gracia & Estevez Cigars through the complex regulatory landscape of the global tobacco industry.

Research & Development Officer

Héctor Estévez leads Research & Development at De Gracia & Estevez Cigars, where he is the creative force behind the blends that define our portfolio. Based in Santiago, Dominican Republic, the heart of premium cigar production, Héctor is responsible for overseeing every stage of cigar development—from selecting and aging tobacco leaves to crafting the complex, nuanced profiles that set our cigars apart.

With a deep respect for tradition and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Héctor coordinates our production operations on the ground in Santiago, ensuring quality control and consistency across all product lines. His expertise in blending, fermentation, and tobacco sourcing is essential to our mission of delivering world-class, handcrafted cigars rooted in heritage and innovation.