Owned and operated by the Spannuth family, Unique Snacks has been all about pretzels for more than a century. Its latest innovation, Puffzels, marks a foray into new territory while, thanks to the fun pretzel shape, honoring the company’s history. Justin tells us about the new product, growing up in pretzels, and taking on the position of chair of SNAC International ahead of SNAXPO23.

As the newly appointed leader of the ABA, Dell is responsible for leading the group’s 300+ members in its mission to promote and grow the bakery industry. He spoke with SF&WB Group Publisher Doug Peckenpaugh about the challenges baking professionals face and his vision for the future of the association.

Explore the ways in which strategic planning, sanitation execution, and automation can maximize ROI and push down risk for food and beverage manufacturers.

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Gut health is a hot topic these days, and consumers are increasingly interested in foods that benefit their microbiome. Denisse Colindres, nutrition communication manager, BENEO, shares trends in this particular space and discusses use of chicory root fiber in snacks and bakery products.

What kinds of flavors and colors will consumers be hungry for in the coming year? Jennifer Zhou, ADM’s senior director of product marketing for North America, shares insights on what might be in store.

Hostess Brands President and CEO Andy Callahan talk about the company’s approach to a range of crucial issues, including sustainability, workforce development, safety, and more.

Dave Watson, food, bakery, and snacks engineering SME, The Austin Company, talks about the BEST in Baking Program at IBIE 2022, including its origins and how it has expanded over the years.

Tom Newmaster, Partner, FORCEpkg, relates his experience in packaging design analysis and disruption as an instructor at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design.

Kristy Lewis, chief visionary officer and chairwoman of the board at Quinn Snacks, talks about category and supply-chain innovation.

Get a view of the behind-the-scenes planning for the International Baking Industry Expo (IBIE) 2022, taking place on September 17-21 in Las Vegas. Michael Cornelis, vice president of international sales and development for American Pan, highlights the top-notch educational components of the tradeshow.