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Labor and hiring continue to be problematic for the industry, and there are currently more than 6.4 million job openings reported in the U.S.

A discussion with OJ DeSouza from Signature Baking Company about his path into the baking industry.

Convention 2023 just wrapped, and I can’t believe how much there was to take in during the whirlwind event. Throughout the week, there were so many great moments, from the scheduled to the spontaneous and unscripted. It was great to be back in touch with so many in the industry, seeing familiar faces and learning new ones in an incredible environment.

Overland Park, KS: On Friday, June 23, BEMA elected new members and renewed terms for current representatives on its executive committee and Board of Directors during the General Membership meeting at BEMA’s Convention 2023 in Montage Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina.

Overland Park, KS: BEMA’s mission is to connect and serve through the provision of education and resources to our members and the industries they serve. This includes sharing information through a range of innovative storytelling media.

In the Kitchen with Kelly and Emily has you covered! Watch their latest episode for answers to all of your Convention packing questions.

Learn more about BEMA member company, We Seal, as Kelly Allen interviews Richard Hobson, CEO of the company.

They say time flies when you’re having fun and this year is no exception. By the time you read this, we’ll be a few weeks out from Convention 2023. Events such as Convention, and NEXUS later this year, could not successfully come together without a range of individual contributions and industry partnerships.

Overland Park, KS: Labor shortages and skill gaps remain pressing issues the baking industry cannot afford to ignore. With this in mind, BEMA is proud to partner with Arizona State University (ASU), Phoenix, to address these important issues.

Overland Park, KS: With just one month to go before Convention 2023, BEMA’s Membership Value & Engagement Committee is proud to announce the winner of the 2023 BEMA Ascend scholarship.