Leadership Team
“Leadership isn’t about titles or control. It’s about protecting the culture, guiding the family, and building a legacy where every member feels seen, valued, and connected.”
Dee Evans
Chief Executive Officer
Dee — Founder, Ash Hole Cigar Club (Social Club)
Dee is a visionary entrepreneur and passionate cigar connoisseur who founded AHCC to redefine the modern social cigar community. Driven to build more than a club, he created a refined, exclusive atmosphere where individuality thrives and cross-culture connections spark through shared cigar culture and camaraderie.
His mission is to unite forward-thinking individuals worldwide, fueling cultural diversity, shared growth, and inspiration for generations to come. Under Dee’s leadership, AHCC has become a trusted family for ash hole members, championing respect, discretion, and meaningful hospitality across chapters.
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world.” - Harriet Tubman
Chico Edwards
Chief Operations Officer
As a founding partner, Chico Edwards has been instrumental in shaping the vision and growth of AHCC from day one. With a sharp eye on emerging markets and global trends, Chico drives chapter expansion and brand partnerships that strengthen our worldwide social cigar community.
Grounded as the youngest of six siblings, he champions consistency, clear communication, and staying open to bold ideas that push cigar culture forward. Chico’s focus on scalable systems and member-first experiences helps ash hole members connect across borders with authenticity, respect, and hospitality.
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“Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, working together is success.” - Henry Ford
Tony Arriagada
Chief Technology Officer
A devoted cigar enthusiast since his 20s, Tony Arriagada brings 20+ years of enterprise IT, software development, and technical product management experience across Government, Healthcare, and Entertainment.
As CTO, Tony leads the club’s digital strategy with a focus on innovation, privacy, and scalability, ensuring members enjoy a seamless, secure, and exclusive experience. He is shaping a next-generation cigar society rooted in culture, trust, and digital excellence for all Ash Holes.
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“Build in truth. Teach in clarity. Lead in silence.” - Imhotep
