BEMA Convention 2026
Great Connections And Collaboration
In Beautiful Hawaii
A Week of Convention. A Lasting Impact.
BEMA Convention 2026 brought the baking industry together in beautiful Waimea, Hawaii, for a week of meaningful conversations, valuable education, and lasting connections. From inspiring keynote presentations and collaborative programming to BEMA Connect, Small Group Dinners, and unforgettable networking experiences, attendees strengthened relationships, shared ideas, and explored opportunities that will help shape the future of the industry.
Thank you to every baker, supplier, speaker, sponsor, volunteer, and guest who made this year’s Convention such a success. Your engagement continues to strengthen the BEMA community and advance our shared mission of building a stronger baking industry—together.
The BEMA Experience, Through Our Members
Hear how members are turning conversations, sessions, and connections into real business impact.Hear how members are turning conversations, sessions, and connections into real business impact.
“This was my second BEMA, and the value you get there is tremendous. BEMA gives me the opportunity to make new connections that might not have been possible or as easily accessible. The sessions give me great insight to bring back to my team as well as points of our Industry I should focus on. Including my family is the icing on top of the cake. I look forward to many more to come!”
— Randy Kelly, FRITSCH/MULTIVAC Group
BEMA Convention 2026 Details
BEMA Convention 2026 Programming Videos
BEMA Convention 2026 Photo Highlights
BEMA Convention 2026 Reflections
CEO Insights: Seeing BEMA Convention Through A Different Lens
After attending nearly 30 BEMA Conventions throughout my career as a member and staff member, this year's Convention looked a little different for me. While Texas wasn't quite the Big Island, family came first, and I experienced Convention remotely for the first time in decades. Surprisingly, that distance was a gift.
IBIE 2028: Planning Beyond The Booth
Trade shows have always been about making connections. They bring together people, ideas, and innovations that help move the baking industry forward. As technology continues to change how people research and ultimately spend on capital resources, the role of events, like IBIE, is evolving as well. During BEMA’s Convention 2026, Kimberly Hardcastle, Chief Strategist at Freeman, shared new research on how attendee expectations are changing and what that means for exhibitors.
Building Safer Bakeries; Producing Safer Food
Every bakery is different. Equipment, products, and processes vary. When it comes to food safety and hygienic design, everyone across the baking industry is working toward the same goal: delivering safe, high-quality products while taking care of the people who love making them. That shared purpose was at the heart of a thoughtful panel discussion featuring Jeff Shura, Chad Larson, Nick Magistrelli and Matt Zielsdorf.
From Ideas to Execution: How The Commercial Baking Industry Can Build Stronger Commercialization Strategies
BEMA’s Operations Spotlight panel at Convention 2026, moderated by Sergio Caballero, brought together leaders from across the commercial baking industry. The discussion explored how manufacturers and suppliers can work together to navigate commercialization challenges, accelerate innovation, and build more resilient operations.
The Commercial Baking Industry Guide To AI
Jon Lakefish walks the baking industry through practical AI strategies to implement with your team today.
Stronger Together: How Purpose, Connection, and Shared Goals Transform Our Organizations
Build momentum with Seb Terry's keynote delivered at BEMA Convention 2026 in Waimea, Hawaii. Forward his inspirational message onto your team.
BEMA Convention 2026 Recap Video
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