Vapouround magazine Issue 08 | Page 232

Great Falls Distribution introduce new e-liquid range G reat Falls Distribution released their new line of e-liquids ‘Proper’ a few months and ago and showcased it at the Vaper Expo UK – The Return on our Vapouround bus stand. We caught up with Patrick Tanyag, owner of (GFD) and head of liquid production to find out how well his new line is doing, his lab and more about his growing empire. VM: So, you released your new line of e-liquids ‘Proper’ at the Vaper Expo UK – The Return. Tell us more about why you decided to promote it in the UK? GFD: Our new line is getting a lot of positive feedback and attention stateside that we think it would be the perfect time to promote these products overseas. Working with such a great team at Vapouround was the perfect opportunity for us to do so. VM: Can you give us a brief flavour description of your new line? GFD: Our Proper line is as follows: • Fresh - White tea blended with a refreshing mix of tropical fruits • Pomp - Guava and mixed berry cotton candy • Swag - Crisp effervescent champagne topped with strawberries and a twist of lime • Dapper - No nonsense vanilla 232 ISSUE 08 VAPOUROUND MAGAZINE custard. Simple and elegant • Fleek - A creamy taro inhale with a smooth coconut finish VM: Do you often showcase your e-liquids at international vape events? GFD: We are still trying to break into the international market and think international conventions will be instrumental in doing so. We believe that Vapouround Magazine will be able to help greatly in this regard. We were very excited to have our products featured on the Vapouround bus in Birmingham! VM: You’ve opened 3 stores across Virginia and incorporated a lab in your new facility, how is that going? GFD: Our initial two stores were really just placeholders to test the local market. Now that we’ve established ourselves a bit, we are going to be focusing heavily on our Merrifield location. With that being said, our manufacturing facilities will be based at this location. We are still going through some growing pains but overall we are very happy with what we’ve accomplished with our new facility! VM: How did you initiate Great Falls Distribution? GFD: Great Falls Distribution really started as just a way to help out my local friends in the industry. Friends who had full time jobs or other commitments that kept them from focusing on their vape related businesses. Before long, I had bunch of different juice companies I was co-packing for. Distribution just seemed the natural route after that. VM: What do enjoy most about your role and working in the vaping industry? GFD: Generally, I’m very introverted and shy. Working in this industry has forced me to break out of my comfort zone and interact with people I generally wouldn’t have the courage to speak to otherwise. I’ve made a lot of very close friends and relationships to last a lifetime. I owe that to vaping and the wonderful people who occupy that space. VM: Who are your competitors in the vaping industry, is there anyone you aspire to? GFD: I wouldn’t say I’m in competition with anyone! The beauty of our industry is it allows everyone’s individuality to shine through via their products and companies. It’s a creative industry, and with that, you find a lot of support within those in the community. As far as someone to aspire to? Nobody in particular comes to mind. I’ve always found that comparing ourselves to others always leads to failure. However, I will say that my motivation comes from wanting to be successful enough to provide for my fiancé and our future family.