Curious how a former U.S. Navy nuclear submarine officer used his experience to lead businesses to success? Tune into the Bake to the Future podcast as Pippa O'Shea, ABA's Senior Manager of Events and Programming, is joined by Marc Koehler. Marc shares his fascinating journey from submarine officer to leadership development specialist and his unique approach to "fast attack leadership". Listen in for his key business strategies, his powerful insights into the importance of a solid mission, and his compelling stories about life on a nuclear submarine.

With special guests:

Marc Koehler, Founder, Lead with Purpose

Hosted by:

Pippa O'Shea, Senior Manager of Events and Programming, American Bakers Association

Listen in as ABA Vice President of Government Relations Rasma Zvaners and Corbion Vice President of Function Systems Abby Ceule discuss sustainability in the baking industry. They explore consumer demand, food waste, and offer advice for bakeries starting their sustainability journey.

With special guest:

Abby Ceule, Vice President of Function Systems, Corbion

Hosted by:

Rasma Zvaners, Vice President of Government Relations, ABA

Introducing Bill Quigg, ABA’s incoming Chair and the President of Richmond Baking, who shares his family's extensive legacy and looks ahead to collaborative endeavors aimed at fostering growth and innovation within the baking community. He shares his vision to enhance the industry's positive impact during his term and highlights opportunities for member engagement.

With special guest:

Bill Quigg, ABA Chair and President of Richmond Baking

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:
ABA Strategic Plan
2024 ABA Annual Convention

With special guests:

Cordia Harrington, Founder & CEO, Crown Bakeries Cos. and ABA Chair and Eric Dell, President and CEO, ABA

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

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

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

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: 

Bakers Fly-In and Policy Summit