Press Releases

Overland Park, KS: Networking and educational opportunities are just a few of the many reasons to attend PACK EXPO International (PMMI) November 3-6 in Chicago. This year’s show promises innovations from 2,500 exhibitors.

There is a phrase some of you out there in the baking industry may be familiar with. “You can fake caring, but you can’t fake showing up.” There’s also a good chance you’re acquainted with the person the quote is associated with – Mike Gude: 2024 recipient of BEMA’s Fred Springer Lifetime Achievement Award.

Overland Park, KS: BEMA is pleased to announce its ongoing collaboration with Arizona State University for the Workforce Edition 2024.

The Retail Bakers of America today announced the choice of Marissa Sertich Velie as executive director. Velie steps into this role following more than 5 years as the education & certification director.

Overland Park, KS: Recognizing the diversity of skill sets and talent required for the next phase of their strategic growth, BEMA is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to the staff, Wesley (Wes) Luczak and Ella Bowers. Both new hires bring with them a wealth of expertise and enthusiasm that will be instrumental in supporting and advancing the mission of BEMA to create authentic connections that improve its members’ businesses and the industries they serve.

Overland Park, KS: BEMA is pleased to announce the keynote speaker for Convention 2024. Alex Weber, international keynote speaker, award-winning leader, author and American Ninja Warrior competitor and host will share his Unstoppable strategy to inspire engagement, gain a competitive edge, and unlock record-breaking achievements.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 10, 2024) — For the first time in the show’s history, the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) — known as the Baking Expo™ and the Western Hemisphere’s largest baking industry event — will combine both rounds of its Priority Space Selection and application process into one streamlined space assignment process for members of American Bakers Association, BEMA and Retail Bakers of America, as well as renewing IBIE 2022 exhibitors.

September 19 – Dallas, Texas— RealWear, the pioneer of hands-free wearable computers for frontline professionals, has caught the eye of Bakery Equipment Manufacturers and Allieds (BEMA), the international trade association representing leading bakery and food equipment manufacturers and suppliers.

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.