Greg | Owner
Greg Hoyt is the Owner of Rustica Bakery. Greg is an entrepreneur who has operated, acquired, and sold food and beverage businesses for 18 years. His career began as a barista at Caribou Coffee after receiving a degree in music from San Diego State University. He has been obsessed with the Rustica Baguette since its debut in 2004 and drinks black coffee.
Meredith | Partner/Advisor
Meredith Schwarz is responsible for Rustica's growth, financial health of the business and keeping things organized. She’s passionate about bringing joy to Rustica’s customers and strengthening the brand. Prior to joining Rustica, Meredith invested on her own and through Encore Consumer Capital and General Mills. She went to Columbia University and began her career in New York City in investment banking. Her favorite product at Rustica is the Chocolate Pistachio Danish that she enjoys with a Vanilla Latte.
Leah | Manager
Leah Reist is the store manager at Rustica Bakery. She is responsible for managing the day to day operations of retail and wholesale. Leah studied business at Liberty University and is passionate about high quality baked goods, chocolate, and people. Her favorite product at Rustica is the Flourless Chocolate Cookie.