Industry Stories

For nearly 50 years, Earth Day has served as a reminder of how important it is for us all to be good stewards of our planet. At IBIE and Flowers Foods, we recognize that sustainability makes the industry stronger and increases profitability over the long term. Flowers is committed to applying sustainability processes to all aspects of its business. Working with team members, business partners, suppliers, and customers, we continually look to prevent waste of water, packaging, energy, and other resources.

Emily Bowers, Senior Director, Education & Operations at BEMA, shares insights on the generational challenges facing the Agricultural industry.

Shick Esteve announced the promotion of Blake Day to Executive Vice President and CFO.

It’s almost time for the International Baking Industry Exposition, the global grain-based food industry’s largest, most comprehensive trade event in the Western Hemisphere. There are many new and exciting features in store this year, from new show floor areas dedicated to the artisan bread industry to the most robust IBIEducate program to-date. IBIE is, of course, an international bakery expo, so you’ll experience unequaled opportunities to connect with a broad range of industry professionals from all over the world.

The costs associated with high turnover rates will significantly hurt a business. To combat the ill effects of insufficient training, bakeries should start from the beginning. They need to look at the culture they are building and empower employees across the business to cover more ground.

BEMA-U program graduates gain new perspective on leadership and take it onward into the industry.

BEMA is pleased to announce that Emily Bowers, Senior Director of Education and Operations, has earned her Senior Certified Professional credential from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP).

Kwik Lok Corporation is pleased to announce that Ron Cardey has joined the Kwik Lok Executive Team as the new Vice President (VP) of Sales and Marketing.

Learn the story behind Udi Baron and her gluten-free bread success.

With iba 2018 approaching, North American bakers attending this year’s leading trade show will notice changes in the European baking industry.