How He Got Rich Selling Cigars In His 20s | Nick Fusco

In this episode of Beyond The Wealth, I sit down with Nick Fusco — the founder of El Mago Cigars and my childhood best friend — to talk about how he built one of the most unique and fast-growing premium cigar brands in the U.S. from the ground up. With no prior business or manufacturing experience, Nick shares how he entered the cigar industry, overcame the challenges of being a young entrepreneur in a traditionally older space, and created standout blends backed by a powerful personal story. We talk about the behind-the-scenes process of blending cigars, the strategy behind his loud and colorful packaging, what it takes to start a cigar brand, and how he’s scaled El Mago into 46 states and multiple countries — all while keeping the integrity of a product handmade from seed to smoke. 🎯 Subscribe for weekly conversations with real entrepreneurs and creators building amazing brands: @beyondthewealth 📰 Love cigars? Subscribe to my free cigar newsletter: https://stogies-and-steals.beehiiv.com/subscribe You'll get weekly updates on new releases, the best cigar deals online, and exclusive stories from the world of cigars. 👋 If you enjoyed the episode, like, comment, and let us know your favorite cigar or takeaway from Nick’s journey! #cigars #cigarbusiness #businesspodcast -------------------------------------------- 📲 Follow El Mago Cigars: Instagram: @elmagocigars Website: https://elmagocigars.com Contact Nick directly: nick@elmagocigars.com Connect with Andres: Twitter: https://twitter.com/beyondthewealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthewealthpod/ -------------------------------------------- Video Chapters 00:00 "Friendship, Family, and Brand Success" 08:11 Young Entrepreneur's Industry Challenge 11:38 "Starting a Cigar Brand Basics" 16:58 Packaging Sells More Than Story 25:47 Grandmother's Jaguar-Inspired Cigars 27:14 Cigar Wrapper Color Variations 35:33 Cigar Culture: Passion and Tradition 40:52 Honoring Legacy in Traditional Industries 43:56 Involved in Rewarding Travel Events 49:16 Cuban Cigar Market Challenges 55:08 "Nicotine's Potential Health Benefits" 59:46 Global Expansion of Cigar Business