Bake to the Future

Bake to the Future

American Bakers Association

Episodes 90
Avg. Duration 25m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (11)
Since Jan 2020
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Episodic
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42%
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About This Podcast

The wholesale baking industry mixes tradition and innovation to feed the world and the economy - generating some major dough while employing nearly 800-thousand people in the US. We bring you a fresh take on the latest trends and issues impacting the baking sector through exclusive insights and conversations.

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Recent Episodes

#89 Key Policy Issues Impacting the Baking Industry Today

Mar 24, 2026 29m

Live from BakingTech, this episode features a policy discussion on the major legislative and regulatory issues shaping the baking industry. From rising costs tied to tariffs and taxes, to evolving…

#88 How Ardent Mills is Advancing Regenerative Agriculture in Baking

Feb 18, 2026 11m

How can baking play a role in creating a more sustainable future? In this episode of Bake to the Future, host Anne Fairfield-Sonn is joined by Phoenix Dugger, Senior Manager of ESG at Ardent Mills,…

#87 The Future of Flavor and Careers in Baking with Kerry

Feb 12, 2026 14m

Why is commercial baking a destination workplace? In this episode of Bake to the Future, host Anne Fairfield-Sonn is joined Mauricio Arrieta, Strategic Marketing Director, Bakery NA & Global…

#86 Consumer Innovation and the Future of Baking with Puratos

Jan 06, 2026 10m

What were the biggest takeaways from IBIE? In this episode of Bake to the Future, host Anne Fairfield-Sonn was joined by Puratos CEO Pierre Tossut and Puratos President Andy Brimacombe to reflect on…

#85 IBIEducate Session Recap: Canada and the United States Cross-Border Collaboration

Oct 17, 2025 17m

From shifting regulations to evolving consumer expectations, bakers in the U.S. and Canada face similar challenges and opportunities. Live from IBIE, Bake to the Future host Anne Fairfield-Sonn spoke…

#84 Inspiring the Next Generation of Commercial Bakers With Baking Works and the CAPS Network

Sep 09, 2025 23m

From the English muffin on your breakfast plate to the cake at your special celebration, the baking industry touches daily life in countless ways, and it also offers a world of purpose-driven careers…

#83 Mixing Advocacy with Industry Insight: The Power of ABA Membership

Jun 23, 2025 21m

Want to take your commercial baking business to the next level? Discover how the American Bakers Association fuels growth through advocacy, networking, and industry insights. In this episode of Bake…

#82 Slice of the Future: Trends Shaping Pizza and Flatbread

May 30, 2025 15m

What's driving the demand for pizza and flatbread in the baking industry? Join Bake to the Future host Anne Fairfield-Sonn and data expert Anne-Marie Roerink as they dig into the highlights from…

#81 IBIE 2025: The Future of Baking Unveiled

Feb 11, 2025 24m

IBIE 2025, the largest baking industry event in the Western Hemisphere, returns September 13-17 in Las Vegas! Listen in as Groupo Bimbo's Jorge Zarate and ABA's Samantha Moore and Anne Fairfield-Sonn…

#80 Fast Attack Leadership With Former Nuclear Submarine Officer Marc Koehler

Dec 03, 2024 33m

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…

#79 Baking a Sustainable Future: A Deep Dive into Green Practices for Bakeries

Nov 26, 2024 16m

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…

#78 Reflecting Back While Looking Forward: A Conversation With Bill Quigg

Apr 23, 2024 22m

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…

#77 Charting the Course: ABA's Strategic Roadmap for 2024 and Beyond

Mar 12, 2024 15m

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…

#76 2024 Policy and Trends Outlook

Jan 16, 2024 28m

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…

#75 Breaking Bread, Building Futures: Transforming Lives Through H&S Family of Bakeries and Living Classrooms Apprenticeship Program

Nov 28, 2023 24m

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…

#74 Brewing Opportunities: Beer and Bread Connect on Common Issues

Oct 10, 2023 29m

National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and American Bakers Association sit down to discuss their favorite brews, workforce development, and agricultural and transportation policies. With…

#73 Behind the Scenes of a Fantastic Fly-In: A Member's Perspective

Aug 08, 2023 20m

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.…

#72 Leading by Association: A Conversation With the National Grocers

Jul 11, 2023 20m

Executives from the wholesale baking and independent community grocer industries sit down to discuss how partnership is key when it comes to driving policy. National Grocers Association's President…

#71 Fighting Food Waste Through Formulation

Jun 13, 2023 23m

Kerry, an ABA Premium Allied Member, started as a small dairy company in Ireland 50 years ago and has grown into a leading taste and nutrition partner for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical…

#70 Is 100% Green Energy Possible for Baking Manufacturing?

May 09, 2023 24m

ABA Member Gold Crust Baking Company is a family-owned baking manufacturer that uses 100% green energy through solar and wind energy. We chat with Gold Crust about the driving factors behind their…

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Bake to the Future has published 90 episodes since January 2020, covering topics in Business, Business News.

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Bake to the Future is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 25m.

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