In part one of two episodes, we dive into all things Farm Bill: what it is and how the bill’s sweeping policies impact our Members. ABA's expert Lee Sanders helps us understand how the baking industry is involved in the Farm Bill's extensive legislative process. With special guest: Lee Sanders, Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs, ABA ..read more

We chat with Baltimore-based Hiatus Cheesecake's Founder, Matthew Featherstone, about how he has scaled the business, challenges along the way, the recent crowdfunding campaign, what we can expect from this rapidly growing company in the future, and more. With special guest: Matthew Featherstone, Founder of Hiatus Cheesecake ..read more

Puratos, an ABA Premium Allied Member, is a global manufacturer of food ingredients and technology solutions in bakery and chocolate based in Belgium with a large US presence. We sat down at IBIE 2022 with Puratos’ CEO, Pierre Tossut, and Chief Marketing & Channels Officer, Sophie Blum. They share Puratos’ initiatives around sustainability, consumer insights, innovation and tech, workforce development, and more. They explain the origin of Puratos’ bakery schools and how it’s grown to eight schools across the world, empowering youth in underprivileged communities. Recorded on September 18 ..read more

ABA's experts share their insight on policy and regulations that could impact the baking industry in 2023. We discuss issues like nutrition, supply chain, sustainability, and more. This rapid-fire conversation will leave you with a sense of the current landscape and what to expect for the future. With special guests: Lee Sanders, Senior Vice President, Government Relations and Public Affairs, ABA, Rasma Zvaners Vice President, Regulatory and Technical Services, ABA, and Lauren Williams, Director, Government Relations, ABA ..read more

We get to know the newest ABA team member: President and CEO Eric Dell. Hear about his professional journey and vision for the future of ABA and the baking industry. What are the top baking industry issues he thinks can make the world a better place? And at the end, he shares a special message for ABA Members. With special guest: Eric Dell, President and CEO, ABA ..read more

ABA's outgoing President and CEO, Robb MacKie, reflects on his 27 years at ABA. He shared some stories with us, including some run-ins in the halls of the Capitol. How does he envision ABA's future membership, political involvement, and advocacy? What does he see as unfinished business? He answers these questions and shares his excitement and passion for the industry as he concludes his time at ABA. With special guest: Robb MacKie, Outgoing President and CEO, ABA ..read more

Alpha Baking Co.'s Bob McGuire was determined to find a cheaper, cleaner solution to fuel his bakery delivery fleet. He shares his 20+ years of trials and errors that led him to find an alternative fuel. Why were there chicken bones in the fuel? And why did the trucks leave a smell of french fries as they drove through the streets of Chicago? Why did he share the findings with the competition? Bob answers these questions and more. With special guest: Bob McGuire, VP, Director of Logistics, Alpha Baking Co ..read more

AB Mauri, an ABA Premium Allied Member, is a global bakery ingredients and yeast company. At IBIE 2022, we sat down with pastry chef Duff Goldman and AB Mauri's Rick Oleshak. Duff shares how baking manufacturers can learn from artisan bakers and how the next generation of bakers inspires him. Rick gives us a window into AB Mauri's innovative future and more. Learn more about AB Mauri. With special guests: Duff Goldman, Pastry Chef, Executive Chef of Charm City Cakes, cookbook author, and more and Rick Oleshak, VP of Marketing at AB Mauri ..read more

We examine consumer trends findings from ABA's recent study, Life Through the Lens of Bakery. This conversation with the study's author dives into foodservice, sustainability initiatives, and generational trends. How does bakery fit into life and life’s occasions? Tune in to find out. The Life Through the Lens of Bakery Study was conducted by 210 Analytics and made possible by Corbion. View the Key Findings  Members' Free Access to the Complete Study  With special guest: Anne-Marie Roerink, Principal and Founder, 210 Analytics ..read more

The 2022 midterm elections are around the corner. We talk to the political experts about key races to watch and critical issues at stake. Hear some race predictions and how the different outcomes might impact the baking industry. Recorded on September 12, 2022. With special guests: Lee Sanders, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, ABA and Jim Ellis, Senior Political Analyst, BIPAC ..read more