Wicked Bread Co. Co-Founder Joins Forbes' Inaugural Next 1000 Class

MIAMI - Dec. 17, 2021 - PRLog -- Hollywood, Fl. - Wicked Bread Co. co-founder and Vice President Eddie Diaz has been named to Forbes' first-ever Next 1000 class. Diaz joins the final installment of 250 notable entrepreneurs from around the country and across industries in the original announcement of the 1000 list.

"We're very proud that Eddie has been recognized with this honor"

"It is an incredible honor to be recognized by Forbes as an honoree of the Next 1000 List," said Eddie. "This is a team effort though. My wife, Betty is as integral to the success of this company as I am." "It's truly humbling to be listed amongst some of the countries most driven and passionate entrepreneurs. Despite everything that has happened over the past year and a half, it's inspiring to see people courageously overcoming challenges and roadblocks and pursuing their dreams. To have that level of dedication is encouraging, and to have it recognized in this way is amazing."

The final Next 1000 class, presented by Square, was announced Dec. 15, 2021. The year-round initiative is designed to "showcase ambitious sole proprietors, self-funded shops … who are redefining what it means to build and run a business amid unprecedented uncertainty" from around the country. "(Those) featured on the Next 1000 reflect individuals from diverse communities who are redefining the American Dream," said Maneet Ahuja, senior editor for Forbes. Diaz was selected by Forbes editors, plus a panel of successful entrepreneurs and thought leaders in business.

This recognition joins a rapidly growing list of achievements that Wicked Bread Co. has realized in recent months, most notably, participating in the SOBEWFF 20^th Anniversary Celebration Dessert Party.

"We're extremely proud that Eddie has been recognized with this honor," said Betty Diaz, co-founder, and CEO. "His commitment to our vision and our brand is a direct influence on what defines us as a company.  We want to be recognized as the go-to delicious option for dessert or breakfast accompaniment, we want people to look for us as the elixir of joy. His unwavering hustle and resolve have helped to build Wicked Bread Co. into the company that it is today."

For more information, visit www.WickedBread.com or follow Wicked Bread Co. on Instagram, @wickedbreadco.