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The wholesale baking industry mixes tradition and innovation to feed the world and the economy - generating some major dough while employing nearly 800-thousand people in the US. We bring you a fresh take on the latest trends and issues impacting the baking sector through exclusive insights and conversations.

Bake to the Future American Bakers Association

    • Business
    • 4.8 • 11 Ratings

The wholesale baking industry mixes tradition and innovation to feed the world and the economy - generating some major dough while employing nearly 800-thousand people in the US. We bring you a fresh take on the latest trends and issues impacting the baking sector through exclusive insights and conversations.

    Reflecting Back While Looking Forward: A Conversation With Bill Quigg

    Reflecting Back While Looking Forward: A Conversation With Bill Quigg

    Introducing Bill Quigg, ABA’s incoming Chair and the President of Richmond Baking, who shares his family's extensive legacy and looks ahead to collaborative endeavors aimed at fostering growth and innovation within the baking community. He shares his vision to enhance the industry's positive impact during his term and highlights opportunities for member engagement.
    With special guest:
    Bill Quigg, ABA Chair and President of Richmond Baking

    • 22 min
    Charting the Course: ABA’s Strategic Roadmap for 2024 and Beyond

    Charting the Course: ABA’s Strategic Roadmap for 2024 and Beyond

    The newly revealed strategic plan by ABA aims to position the industry as a leader in establishing and promoting a workplace environment that is second to none, fostering growth within the overall category, and enhancing ABA's programs and services to ensure high value impact for its members. This comprehensive initiative is entirely dedicated to championing the commercial baking industry.
    Additional Resources:
    ABA Strategic Plan
    2024 ABA Annual Convention
    With special guests:
    Cordia Harrington, Founder & CEO, Crown Bakeries Cos. and ABA Chair and Eric Dell, President and CEO, ABA

    • 15 min
    2024 Policy and Trends Outlook

    2024 Policy and Trends Outlook

    As we kick off 2024, we sat down to discuss labor market dynamics and changing consumer preferences, as well as anticipated legislative and regulatory issues on the horizon.
    With special guests:
    Eric Dell, President and CEO, American Bakers Association and Rasma Zvaners, Vice President Regulatory & Technical Services, American Bakers Association

    • 28 min
    Breaking Bread, Building Futures: Transforming Lives Through H&S Family of Bakeries and Living Classrooms Apprenticeship Program

    Breaking Bread, Building Futures: Transforming Lives Through H&S Family of Bakeries and Living Classrooms Apprenticeship Program

    H&S Family of Bakeries partnered with Baltimore’s Living Classrooms Foundation to create a mechanics apprenticeship program, which aims to support underserved communities and second-chance workers in Baltimore by providing tailored training and guaranteed employment opportunities. Tune in to learn how this partnership is reshaping lives and developing a skilled workforce in commercial baking.
    With special guests:
    Jennifer Stiles, Director of HR, H&S Family of Bakeries and Cheryl Riviere, Managing Director of Workforce Development, Living Classrooms Foundation

    • 24 min
    Brewing Opportunities: Beer and Bread Connect on Common Issues

    Brewing Opportunities: Beer and Bread Connect on Common Issues

    National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and American Bakers Association sit down to discuss their favorite brews, workforce development, and agricultural and transportation policies.
    With special guests:
    Eric Dell, President and CEO, American Bakers Association and Craig Purser, President & CEO, National Beer Wholesalers Association

    • 29 min
    Behind the Scenes of a Fantastic Fly-In: A Member’s Perspective

    Behind the Scenes of a Fantastic Fly-In: A Member’s Perspective

    100+ leaders from all segments of the baking industry, including ABA, ASB, and RBA members, will gather in Washington, DC, this November to meet with lawmakers at the Bakers Fly-In and Policy Summit. Hear from a recent “fly-in first-timer” on how to make the most of meetings and why it is imperative to participate. From preparation to delivery, find out how the ABA team will deliver this can’t-miss education and networking event.
    With special guest:
    Ahmet Hepdogan, Vice President Procurement & Risk Management, Dawn Global Foods and Lee Sanders, Senior Vice President, Government Relations And Public Affairs, ABA
    Learn More: 
    Bakers Fly-In and Policy Summit

    • 20 min

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