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The Founder of Tribagocigars, Sir Samuel J Stafford, Knight of Malta and Knight Commander of Cyprus, has always been deeply admirable of History and Pioneers. His passion for honoring those who, like him, were unrecognized for their achievements is genuinely inspiring.

Sir Samuel J Stafford recognized that Elliot “Ellie” Mannette was not just a man who saw beauty in the most unexpected places but took recycling to another level. He transformed leftover steel drums, a symbol of his Caribbean roots, into a symphony. This 20th-century invention by Elliot “Ellie” Mannette, a Trinidadian musical instrument maker and steel pan musician, was not just a musical instrument but a revolution in the world of music, earning him the title of the “father of the modern steel drum.”
Born: November 5, 1927, Trinidad
Died: August 29, 2018, USA

The concept behind Tribagocigars is not just to honor heroes of the past but to embody their spirit in every puff. The intense aroma and the solid full-body blend are not just cigars but true dedications to the founder (specific martial arts background), infusing each one with a unique and captivating essence that is sure to intrigue and captivate, just like the heroes they are named after.

THE FOUNDER

Sir Samuel J Stafford

Knight of Malta and Knight Commander of Cyprus

was born May 21, 1973, in Cumana Village, Toco, Trinidad & Tobago. At age 16, he joined the Goshin-do Dojo and began his career as a martial artist, which would eventually determine his destiny and career.

Stafford’s path to becoming a black belt and a successful competitor was not just about winning fights. It was a journey that instilled in him discipline, training, focus, and commitment, qualities that would later prove instrumental in his entrepreneurial ventures. Numerous victories marked his martial arts career, each a testament to his unwavering dedication and skill.

My Story
  • 1991 Gold Medal in the USA International Seishin Kai Championships (Kata and Combat Division), Virginia
  • 1993 Silver Medal in the South American Karate Championships, Kata Division, Venezuela
  • 1994 Silver Medal at the Ninth Anniversary Karate Championships of Trinidad and Tobago
  • 1994 welterweight national kickboxing champion

Click to watch the world championship fights in 1996

Karate Titles

  • 1995 Silver Medal (Black Belt Division) 33rd Seishin Kai World Karate Championship, Osaka, Japan (Trinidad and Tobago’s first representative)
  • 1996 Gold Medal (Black Belt Kumite Division) 34th Annual Seishin Kai World Karate Championship, Osaka, Japan (A historic achievement being the first non-Japanese to win this title)

At age 21, Stafford won Gold at the 34th Annual Seishin Kai World Karate Championship in Osaka, Japan, after winning Silver the year before. It was a monumental achievement as this was the first time a foreigner won the title in 34 years.

Stafford’s encounter with the sponsor of the Hungarian Karate Team at the World Karate Championship was a turning point in his life. This meeting led to his introduction to the International Bodyguard and Security Services Association (IBSSA), marking the beginning of his second career in business. Inspired by his martial arts training, Stafford started a security company with a unique approach.

Executive Bodyguard Services Limited was registered on October 16, 1998, and launched in 2001.
In 2002, Samuel Stafford became the Caribbean regional representative of the IBSSA, which operates in over 90 countries worldwide. EBSL became the leader in the security industry in Trinidad and Tobago and an innovator in new technology and services developed to provide ultimate security and protection to its clients.

Immerse yourself in a sensory journey as you ignite a Trinbago

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Ellie Mannette

The Founder of the modern steel pan, the last instrument of the 20’s century.

Carnival

Trinidad and Tobago Carnival: Colorful costumes, vibrant celebrations, and rich culture in black and white.

Our company mission is to exceed expectations from professionals with over 25 years in the cigar industry.

  • Best tobacco selection in the world.
  • Our tobaccos are aged from 4-6 years.
  • Handcrafted by artisans in the Dominican Republic.
  • Blend crafted for connoisseurs cigars smokers.
  • After crafting, our cigars are aged for at least one year.
  • Created for the worldwide market.
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