Carlos M. de Cespedes and Jorge L. de Cespedes, founders of Pharmed Group Corporation, have been named to the 2005 Florida International University (FIU), College of Business, Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame. The prestigious award honors FIU alumni who have achieved distinction as founders and builders of businesses. Both Carlos and Jorge de Cespedes were recognized for their outstanding achievements as the founders of Pharmed Group. The company has created a reputation as a leading national and international distributor of medical, surgical and pharmaceutical supplies and is considered to be on the cutting-edge of their industry.

(l to r) Joyce J. Elam, executive dean of Florida International University’s College of Business Administration presents Jorge de Cespedes, President & COO of The Pharmed Group with the South Florida Entrepreneur of the Year award.

“This is a great honor coming from such an established business program as Florida International University,” commented Carlos de Cespedes, Chairman and CEO of Pharmed Group. “Knowing that FIU has made huge strides in the local community over the years makes this award even more significant for us,” commented Jorge de Cespedes, President and COO of Pharmed.