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Cuseum's CEO & Founder Recognized as Forbes 'Next 1000'

GuestUser · February 16, 2021

We’re psyched to announce that this week, Cuseum’s CEO & Founder, Brendan Ciecko, has been announced as a Forbes ‘Next 1000’ honoree.

The Forbes Next 1000 list “showcases the ambitious sole proprietors, self-funded shops and pre-revenue startups with under $10 million in revenue or funding and infinite drive and hustle.” This recognition is a tribute to the “entrepreneurial heroes” that drive America, and we couldn’t be more proud and excited to see Brendan celebrated with such a distinction.

“I’m humbled and honored to be recognized alongside so many other creative, inspiring entrepreneurs,” said Brendan Ciecko. “I'm optimistic about the world this next wave of business leaders helps create, shape, and reinvent.”

The Forbes Next 1000 judging panel includes tech pioneers like LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman and Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg; business leader Mellody Hobson; sports superstar Alex “A-Rod” Rodriguez; Morgan Stanley Vice Chairman Carla Harris; restaurateur Ayesha Curry, Grammy Award-winning singer Ciara.

Huge congratulations to Brendan for his incredible achievements at the intersection of arts, culture, business, and technology! Read the full list of Forbes’ Next 1000.

Interested in reading Cuseum’s latest research? Download our 2021 Membership Insights Report.

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