Bake to the Future

Hear the latest intel and action from ABA's internal legislative and regulatory experts about the evolving policies and outlook for COVID workplace rules, supply chain issues, edible oils, ingredients shortages, and more. Also learn a few things the baking industry should anticipate in the future.

Recorded January 20, 2022.

In this end-of-year episode, ABA's Robb MacKie talks with Bill Quigg, President and CEO of Richmond Baking about how Bill has been rethinking workforce recruitment and retention. Then, they look ahead to 2022, discussing everything from equipment innovations, packaging, food service, IBIE 2022, and more.

We go behind the scenes of the planning of IBIE 2022 (International Baking Industry Exposition) in Las Vegas. What does it take to transform the Convention Center into a bustling city-like trade show floor? How will walking through the booth aisles be a full sensory experience? What happens to all that leftover dough and products? Our guests answer these questions and more.

Recorded on November 17, 2021.

ABA's legislative and regulatory experts explain the latest hot topics: COVID-19 testing and vaccine mandates in the workplace, supply chain challenges, edible oils shortages, and high pricetag legislation in Congress.

Learn how ABA is telling the industry's story to ensure decision-makers understand the impact of federal policies on baking businesses.

Recorded on October 28, 2021.

Karl Thorson, Global Food Safety and Sanitation Manager at General Mills, explains the field of sanitary design in baking manufacturing. He breaks down how a facility with proper sanitary design can improve issues related to food safety, efficiency, and workforce.

Recorded on September 28, 2021.

Carrie Jones-Barber, CEO of Dawn Foods, a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution, shares how Dawn is dealing with the pandemic, supply chain challenges, workforce shortages and more. Carrie also shares her personal experiences of growing up in the family business and her passion for mentorship and developing future women leaders in the baking industry.

Recorded on September 21, 2021.

We are only a year out from gathering together in Las Vegas at IBIE 2022, the largest grain-based foods trade show in the Western Hemisphere. Hear from the two people closest to the action about why they think this will be the most meaningful show in its 100+ year history.

Recorded on July 27, 2021.

How can AI help baking companies achieve their sustainability and business goals? We talk with Liran Akavia, Co-Founder and COO of Seebo, about how to tackle this issue, how the pandemic has affected the implementation of technology in bakeries, and more.

Recorded on June 30, 2021.

In early 2021, the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research (FASTER) Act was signed into law, declaring sesame a major allergen that must be labeled on packaged foods, including baked goods. The compliance date, January 1, 2023, is quickly approaching. Hear from ABA baker Member CraftMark and ABA's regulatory expert about how the baking industry can plan for the new regulation and the implications this new law will have on the baking sector.

Recorded on July 21, 2021.

Everyone in the baking industry is talking about it: commodities pricing. Don't miss this timely expert-led discussion about what is happening and what bakers and suppliers could consider as we make our way into the summer and fall.

Also, understand the legislative and regulatory landscape and how ABA Members can stay in the know during this quickly changing environment.

Recorded on June 2, 2021.

Guest Host: Lee Sanders, SVP of Government Relations and Public Affairs, ABA