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The
Milan story began in February 1912, when J. H. Milan, Sr. opened a small
shop on Jefferson Street in Roanoke, Virginia. Soon outgrowing the original
shop, J. H. and his newly acquired partner, A.H. Milan, expanded into
additional space at the same location.
Upon the death of A.H. Milan in 1938, J.H. Milan again became sole owner
of the business, assisted now by his young sons who worked after school
and on weekends. Three of the six Milan sons made their careers in this
family business.
In 1956, after 44 years of continuous operation, the business moved into
a new 2,400 square-foot building on Jefferson Street, where the shop is
presently located.
In
1994, there was a "changing of the guards." After decades of running the
family business, the Milans were ready to retire. Concerned for their
customers and the survival of their family's business, they were very
selective as to who would buy the shop. Based on strict criteria, Don
and Myriam Roy would meet the Milan's expectations and become the new
owners of Milan Tobacconists. Don Roy, an executive in retail management
for 30 years, six of which were spent owning and operating a tobacco shop
in Coral Gables, Florida, applied his vast industry knowledge and retail
management experience to Milan Tobacconists. By expanding the inventory
selection and quality, as well as providing unsurpassed customer service,
the Roys more than doubled the shop's revenues.
The
new millennium brought yet another change. It was now time for the Roys
to enjoy the retired life. But, they had the same concerns that the Milans
did. They were looking for that perfect match - someone they felt confident
would perpetuate the dedication to customer service, standards, and reputation
for which Milan Tobacconists is well known. Who better than family? David
and Renee Meyer, son-in-law and daughter of the Roys, were offered an
opportunity to preserve this nine-decade legacy in February 2000. David
had enjoyed smoking cigars for many years. His interest in and pleasure
derived from smoking cigars made for a natural transition into the industry.
Renee worked with the Roys at their Coral Gables shop for five years and
was very comfortable and familiar with the environment. Without hesitation,
David and Renee committed to the purchase of Milan Tobacconists.
Today, Milan Tobacconists operates as the most unique shop of its kind
in Virginia, catering exclusively to discerning smokers. However, their
offerings are not confined to the Roanoke Valley. Mail orders for custom
blended tobaccos, premium, super premium, and vintage cigars, pipes, and
accessories of every description are processed daily for customers in
virtually every state and many foreign countries. This website is intended
to provide our loyal customers, and future customers, with a convenient,
secure avenue to shop for their smoking enjoyment.
We hope you take as much pleasure from our selection of fine tobacco
products and accessories as we do providing them to you!
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