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: <a href="https://americanbakers.org/2024strategicplan" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">ABA Strategic Plan</a> <a href= "https://web.cvent.com/event/2f30460e-1c61-46ac-8834-680824a32814/summary" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2024 ABA Annual Convention</a> With special guests: Cordia Harrington, Founder & CEO, Crown Bakeries Cos. and ABA Chair and Eric Dell, President and CEO, ABA

<description>&lt;p&gt;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.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Additional Resources:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;a href="https://americanbakers.org/2024strategicplan" target= "_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;ABA Strategic Plan&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;a href= "https://web.cvent.com/event/2f30460e-1c61-46ac-8834-680824a32814/summary" target="_blank" rel="noopener"&gt;2024 ABA Annual Convention&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;With special guests:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Cordia Harrington, Founder &amp; CEO, Crown Bakeries Cos. and ABA Chair and Eric Dell, President and CEO, ABA&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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...

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

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

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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...

#76 2024 Policy and Trends Outlook

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

<description>&lt;p&gt;H&amp;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.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;With special guests:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Jennifer Stiles, Director of HR, H&amp;S Family of Bakeries and Cheryl Riviere, Managing Director of Workforce Development, Living Classrooms Foundation&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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...

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

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

<description>&lt;p&gt;National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and American Bakers Association sit down to discuss their favorite brews, workforce development, and agricultural and transportation policies.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;With special guests:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Eric Dell, President and CEO, American Bakers Association and Craig Purser, President &amp; CEO, National Beer Wholesalers Association&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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...

#74 Brewing Opportunities: Beer and Bread Connect on Common Issues

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:  <a href= "https://web.cvent.com/event/6429402e-0b8d-46d8-a309-1dcb1b3c1dc0/summary?RefId=ABAWebsite" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bakers Fly-In and Policy Summit</a>

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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...

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

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.

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