Bake to the Future

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

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

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 develop...

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,...

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

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 AB...

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...

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 specia...

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 Ke...

Corbion, an ABA Premium Allied Member, specializes in emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, and other innovative ingredients that help make baked goods taste better, last longer, and nourish our bodies. We sat down at IBIE 2022 with Corbion's top scientific experts to understand how to meet consumer demands around clean label while preserving baked goods on the shelf. Recorded on September 20, 20...

The White House is aiming to eliminate hunger by 2030. How will they reach this goal? How can the baking industry be part of the plan? Listen to the experts talk about defining "healthy," sodium reduction goals, school meals, accessible and affordable food, and more. Recorded on September 29, 2022. With special guests: Lee Sanders, CAE, Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affa...

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 An...

Did you know that ABA is a co-owner of the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE)? Ahead of the show, hear what the ABA staff members are excited about, some advice, and baked goods they are excited to try. With special guests: American Bakers Association Staff

Plastic packaging and recycling regulations have recently been passed in four states. Which states are first to make rules and what are the timelines for those states? And will there be federal regulations in the future? How will this impact baking businesses? We answer these questions and more with ABA's in-house expert, Rasma Zvaners. With special guest: Rasma Zvaners, VP, Regulatory and Technic...

In honor of ABA's 125th Anniversary, this special episode dives into ABA's long history as the voice of the baking industry. Learn about ABA's fascinating journey. We answer questions like: what were the main issues ABA worked on and what caused ABA to relocate from Chicago to DC? Listen to ABA's unofficial historians to find out. With special guests: Lee Sanders, CAE, Senior Vice President of Gov...

The first White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health is happening in 50 years. We talk with ABA's Lee Sanders, CAE about the latest information about nutrition policy coming from the White House, USDA and HHS. She tells us exactly how this could impact the baking industry and the opportunities that lie ahead. Recorded on July 18, 2022 With special guests: Lee Sanders, CAE, SENIOR VICE...

How does a trade association work? What makes ABA different than other trade associations? How has the membership changed over the years and where are we headed? ABA's very own Membership Team answers these questions and more. With special guests: Jennifer Colfelt, Vice President of Membership and Operations, ABA and Ben Simpson, Director of Membership, ABA

Dan Dye is the CEO of Ardent Mills, an ABA Premium Allied Member, a flour-milling and ingredient company specializing in flour, quinoa, pulses, and organic and gluten-free products. Dan tells us about Ardent Mills' investment in alternative grains, where he sees innovation in the industry and how they are a people-first company. Dan also gives us a sneak peek of what Ardent Mills is planning for t...

At ABA 2022 Convention, Hailey sat down with information security expert, Michael Coates. They talked about how the pandemic impacted cybersecurity, where baking companies can prioritize security, and how future technology will improve security. This includes the internet of things, blockchain, cryptocurrency, and more. With special guest: Michael Coates, Former Chief Information Security Officer...

At ABA 2022 Convention, Katie sat down with Ken Newsome, CEO of the Markel Food Group (parent company of ABA Premium Allied Member AMF Bakery Systems). They build bakery equipment and complete bakery solutions around the world. Katie and Ken discuss Ken's career journey, innovation and opportunities, IBIE 2022, his thoughts on the future of our industry, and more. With special guest: Ken Newsome,...

At ABA 2022 Convention, Katie sat down with two all-stars in the baking industry: Jennifer Lindsey and Mark Hotze of Corbion, an ABA Premium Allied Member. They discuss their respective professional journeys, supply chain challenges, IBIE, the future of the baking industry, and more. With special guests: Jennifer Lindsey, Vice President - Global Marketing, Corbion and Mark Hotze, Vice President of...

Alicia Mosley, Vice President of Marketing at Ferrero manages the Keebler Cookies, Cones and Crusts branded portfolio. We talk with her about how to give nostalgic brands a new life, the importance of partnerships, her professional journey, lessons learned along the way, and more. With special guest: Alicia Mosley, Vice President of Marketing, Ferrero

Internationally-sourced honey is essential for making baked goods such as honey wheat bread, breakfast cereal, honey buns, and more. But sky-high tariffs stemming from an active international trade case are threatening food makers' ability to not only procure - but pay for - this necessary ingredient. We break down what you need to know about this complicated, fast-moving issue as we talk with the...

Sesame was declared a major allergen last year. With the compliance date quickly approaching on January 1, 2023, learn about what baking companies should be considering regarding packaging, operations, and more. And hear about how ABA is helping Members get ready. Recorded on March 15, 2022.

ABA's President and CEO Robb MacKie helps us understand how the Russian invasion of Ukraine might impact the baking industry in the US. He also shares what he's been hearing from bakers in Ukraine. Recorded on March 4, 2022.