First Black Female Cigar Educator | Washington DC News

Mechelle Merkerson is breaking barriers as the first Black female cigar educator in D.C., turning a birthday question to her dad into a thriving business that teaches cigar culture through immersive, sensory-rich experiences. Since moving to the region in 2025, she’s built a community-focused brand that’s led to international opportunities and a unique residency — all while redefining cigar appreciation as a path to relaxation, connection, and empowerment for others. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7851083db6317931