Lorenzo de Plano

Lorenzo De Plano is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in strategy, investment, and business development across various industries. Currently serving as Chief Strategy Officer at Turning Point Brands, Inc. since July 2019, Lorenzo has held multiple leadership roles within the company, including Vice President of the New Ventures Division. Additionally, Lorenzo is a seed investor in several startups, including ActionResponder, Carro - Collaborative Commerce, and ChargeFUZE. As co-founder and owner of dpgw and co-founder and president of Solace Technologies, Lorenzo has played a key role in the nicotine cessation product market. Previous positions include Director of Business Development at Apiqe Water and Director of Business Development/Marketing at Orca Coffee Club. Lorenzo co-founded Early Adopter Network, overseeing operations and quality assurance projects for notable clients. Lorenzo holds a Bachelor's Degree in Film Production and Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern California.