Hey everyone! As you know, my name is Danielle and I am the owner of Danie Marie Events. I am a Master Certified Wedding Planner and Ambassador through The Bridal Society, the leading Wedding Planning Certification Program in the world, and the largest membership of Certified Wedding Planners & Venues. We, at The Bridal Society, know how important hiring an educated Wedding Planner or Coordinator is. The Bridal Society is a wedding planner lifetime membership and certification program focused on raising the standards in the industry and ensuring that all couples have an opportunity to have the wedding day of their dreams.

Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Joey Mac Dizon, owner of The Mobile Cigar Lounge.
Welcome, Joey! Thank you for taking the time to speak with me.

Tell me a bit about your company.
The Mobile Cigar Lounge is 100% Veteran-owned and operated by myself and two of my partners. The company was founded in September of 2018 through our combined love for cigars and the unique experience it provides. We wanted to bring the sense of camaraderie that we got in the military along with that memorable experience to the civilian aspect. Special celebrations such as weddings, birthdays, and retirements. It’s pretty amazing how cigars and their scents can take people back to some fond memories – maybe it was your grandfather or father who smoked cigars when you were younger and the smell just transports you back to a good place.
Check out more of the interview by clicking here!

You can listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple iTunes, and Google Podcasts apps.

Giving Back and Serving Well with Joey Mac Dizon

Joey Mac Dizon of The Mobile Cigar Lounge. He is the co-founder and CEO of the New Jersey based Mobile Cigar Lounge where they bring the cigar experience to events and roll premium cigars in person.

The best part of entrepreneurship is taking what you LOVE and forming a business model in which you get paid to do that thing.

You always have to be a student. Even if you’ve already ear it before, you may pick up something different the second go-around.

Get a mentor, someone who’s in your industry and excelling in business. Get someone who has been through where you are and can help guide you to avoid wasting time, money and energy.

Treat every client as if they are your only client. Give them the attention they deserve.

Before you think about scaling your business, think about if you’ll be able to keep the same level of client experience when you bring in a higher volume of clients.

Extinguish any fires that may come up even before they start up. If it looks like you won’t be hitting a deadline, reach out days before that deadline and give them an update. Don’t wait until they realize that you missed the deadline.

Giving back to your community and to charities should be a necessity. Younger generations are focusing on businesses that give back. We want our money to do more than just buy things.

Serve as if you’re working for 1 person or for 1 Million.

Mentioned:

Book – The Gold Standard by Colin Cowie

Find Joey Mac Dizon at

www.themobilecigarlounge.com

instagram.com/themobilecigarlounge

pinterest.com/themobilecigarlounge

What Are We Loving?

What Joey is loving:

His Rugby team is headed to the finals

What John is loving:
Podcast – Abundantly Clear Podcast with Malorie Nicole

We record each episode LIVE in our Facebook group and we would love to connect with you there. You can join at Light + Dark Photography Podcast Group on Facebook.

Follow us at

www.instagram.com/lightdarkco

www.instagram.com/allheartphoto

https://open.spotify.com/embed-podcast/episode/252cDfCfOnUSJ83DSihLQP

Mettle of Honor: Veteran Stories of Personal Strength, Courage, and Perseverance

By Tiffany MartschinkEvery U.S. Military service member and veteran embodies two simultaneous truths – a unique strength of spirit and the temperament needed to accomplish all that comes their way. Their stories are here to shed light on personal issues our veterans have experienced and are still grappling with every day – even after a life in uniform. These are their stories.Come listen by clicking hereCheck out other episodes! Mettle of Honor 

How to incorporate a cigar bar into your wedding reception

Hosting a wedding is no easy task. You must develop a theme, establish a budget, hire many vendors, and entertain your guests. If you are still looking for inspiration to choose a theme and hire entertainment, we have the solution for you, a cigar bar.

I know it sounds uncommon, but cigar bars are a whole concept that can help you set the mood for your wedding. You will also entertain your guests with a unique experience filled with history and craft. Handmade cigars are an ancient craft that will interest your guests.

First, you need to find the right venue, one that allows smoking, find out what policies they have regarding ashtrays and disposal. Outdoor weddings are ideal to set up cigar bars, choose a space that is on sight but away from kids or food areas.

Outdoor weddings tend to have rustic or bohemian themes; they work nicely with the cigar bar aesthetic. For example, you can set up a space with leather chairs, rustic tables, and create a perfect mood incorporating festoon lights. Complement it with personalized signs that guide your guests to the area.

A professional tobacconist will welcome your guests and walk them through the experience. Cigar bars are more than a spot for your guests to smoke; they offer the knowledge of an ancient practice that has been perfected over centuries. It is an experience and a moment shared with those who you appreciate; it is a gift.

To set up a complete atmosphere, along with the beautiful display of the mobile cigar, you can add a whiskey bar. Your guests’ experience will be complete with a specific whiskey paired with the cigar of your choice. Your guests will explore the world of cigars and whiskey the right way, by the hand of an experienced tobacconist and veteran entrepreneur.

If you are hosting an elegant or vintage wedding, a cigar and whiskey bar can fit right into your reception. You can add decorative details like vintage decanters as flower vases or set up an elegant table to accommodate your personalized and individual take-home bags. Consider art deco furniture to provide a chic and elegant look to the lounge area where the cigar roller will install.

Weddings are unique events; they gather family and friends to celebrate two individuals’ love and union. When you celebrate something as powerful as love, you want to create memories that will last a lifetime. Cigar bars are more than unique experiences. Your guests will remember the moment they shared with their loved ones over a cigar, which is what life is about moments.

We are a team of experienced tobacconists and veterans that love to share our knowledge and bring a luxury experience to your wedding and events. If you are planning a unique wedding, we are here to take it to the next level; your guests will forever treasure the mobile cigar experience. 

Is a cigar bar a must in wedding receptions? Well, yes and this is why!

Are you stuck figuring out the best wedding ideas that will bring a touch of uniqueness to your wedding reception? Worry not, all you need is a cigar bar. There is not a single doubt that a cigar bar is one of the best ways of treating your wedding guests to an experience that they’ll love and remember for a long time. The idea of ending the reception on a high note is mostly pushed by the groom. But, you might be wondering why a cigar bar is essential in your wedding reception, right? We consulted New Jersey based cigar gurus The Mobile Cigar Lounge on this and the following are two need-to-know reasons why you need a cigar bar in your reception.

        i        Adds a lot of fun

It is a fact that goes without mentioning that it doesn’t matter if you are among the cigar enthusiasts or an absolute novice, a cigar bar will add lots of flair to your wedding experience. And, that is all you want after all, right? It brings around a lot of fun as guests get the chance to try out something new.

      ii.            Brings a touch of socialization

Those who are familiar with having cigar bars at wedding receptions agree that its, certainly, one of the greatest wedding ideas that cannot be ignored thanks to its social aspect. People get around cigar bars and as they continue to do that, they get to socialize and know each other.

The social factor of cigar bars in wedding is actually manifested when family and friends alike come together for light moments as they enjoy the enjoy with the reception going on. People get to catch up, especially if it has been long since they last met.

At the end of the end, the question will remain, do you want to have a reception like no other and end it style? Well, don’t miss a cigar bar in your set up. It is such a cool wedding idea.

Enjoy an awesome interview with our friends over at Ambient DJ Service. We had such a great time talking about our passion and business.

“In this blog, we interview Joey Mac Dizon, aka “Joey Mac,” CEO and co-Founder of the Mobile Cigar Lounge.  Our interview was conducted to cover topics pertinent to the wedding and events industry.  It also touches upon our personal interests in music and cocktails as they relate to cigars.

Since its inception in September 2018, The Mobile Cigar Lounge continues to create beautiful experiences and turn them into unforgettable experiences with one of the most prominent luxury items in the world, a fine cigar.  The Company delivers the ultimate cigar experience in New Jersey, New York City, Philadelphia, and the surrounding areas at weddings, private events, and festivals. “

Click here for the full interview

Looking for an amazing playlist to play during cocktail hour? Look no further. Our friends over at The Wedding Music Mixologists put together a fantastic playlist to enjoy a nice cocktail and cigar.

Click here for our music list

Ambient DJs is a NJ DJ that has been providing personalized musical entertainment services since 1999. Based in Central NJ, Ambient DJ services all of New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania (including Philadelphia), Delaware and New York City. While best known for its wedding DJ services, the company provides exceptional entertainment for teen dance parties, school proms, college dances, family celebrations, corporate events, bar and bat mitzvahs, interactive kids parties, music video parties, bar/club karaoke and trivia challenges. We enjoy working closely with our clients to customize the party of their dreams!

Click here to learn more about Ambient DJ Service

Joey Mac Dizon, a USMC veteran and entrepreneur talks to us about the what it’s like to be a veteran entrepreneur and how he got started with his business The Mobile Cigar Lounge.

In this episode, we talk about the transition from military life to civilian life and the journey to becoming an entrepreneur. We talk about how military experience helps entrepreneurs, the benefits of having a mentor, and the realities of starting a business.

Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:41:49 | Recorded on 20 May 2020

Subscribe: iTunes | Stitcher | Google Play | Spotify

Check out the Drive On Podcast with Scott Deluzio as he connects with current and prior service members and civilians to discuss and share personal triumphs, life experiences, and emotional hardships to give hope and strength to the Military Community.

Listen in as we talk with “What’s Up Sparta” about Cigars 101. We discuss things about how cigars are made, how to smoke them, and what a cigar means to us.

Click here to tune in!

CONNECT WITH JOEY:

Instagram & Facebook: @themobilecigarlounge

Email: jdizon@themobilecigarlounge.com

Website: www.themobilecigarlounge.com

We are the best cigar experience in the New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, and Philadelphia area for your wedding, private party, or event. Have a cigar bar or a cigar roller deliver an unforgettable experience at your event.

Ep #9: Joey Mac Dizon, USMC Veteran & Founder of The Mobile Cigar Lounge

Click Here To Visit the website

CLICK HERE to listen and subscribe on your favorite platform!

In this episode, we talk with Marine Corps Veteran Joey Mac Dizon, Founder & Owner of The Mobile Cigar Lounge and Co-Owner of Belleau Wood Cigars, which will open in June of 2020.

We talk about the importance of putting your ego aside and becoming a life-long learner, what it’s like to have the entrepreneurial bug before you have a business idea, and why you should look forward to the struggles and failures of starting your business (hint: you’ll learn something!).

 

LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU:

• Have the entrepreneurial bug but haven’t decided on a business idea, yet
• Sell a product or service that isn’t allowed to advertise on social (firearms, knives, tobacco, etc)
• Are interested in the idea of a mobile business (no storefront)
  RESOURCES:Bunker Labs – National nonprofit that helps military veterans succeed in business.Veterans Launching Ventures – Free course (online or in-person) offered by Farleigh-Dickenson UniversityDaymond on Demand – Online training from Shark Tank host Daymond JohnGreater PA Veterans Network – Ecosystem of successful veteran entrepreneurs, leaders and veteran owned businessesFailing Forward – Turning mistakes into stepping stones for success.CONNECT WITH JOEY:Instagram & Facebook: @themobilecigarloungeEmail: jdizon@themobilecigarlounge.comWebsite: www.themobilecigarlounge.comWe are the best cigar experience in the New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, and Philadelphia area for your wedding, private party, or event. Have a cigar bar or a cigar roller deliver an unforgettable experience at your event.