Commercial Baking

SOLUTION SPOTLIGHT: J&K INGREDIENTS💡 J&K Ingredients’ Bred-Mate portfolio extends the shelf life of yeast-raised products, resulting in reduced waste and preservation of taste and quality. Following the clean-label trend, the solution employs a natural mold inhibition system, aligning simple and natural ingredients to deliver optimal freshness. Bred-Mate 1614 is a clean-label alternative to artificial preservatives, providing #organic acids that reduce and inhibit mold growth, keeping bread, cakes, tortillas, and rolls fresh longer. Learn more 👉 https://jkingredients.com/ #solutionspotlight #commercialbaking #ingredient

Snak King - Your Snack Innovation Partner - Private Label and Branded Snacks appointed Michael Axelrod as CEO. Axelrod succeeds Barry Levin, who has led Snak King for more than 40 years and will remain with the company by serving on its board of directors. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4nZq8tN #commercialbaking #bakingindustry #appointment

“By cultivating a workplace where our team feels supported and empowered, we strengthen our ability to serve our members and the broader #baking community with innovation, advocacy and purpose.” — Eric Dell, JD, MBA | president and CEO | American Bakers Association The American Bakers Association was awarded the 2025 Great Place To Work certification, which is the only official recognition based entirely on direct feedback from team members regarding their experience with the association. Read more about the certification ➡️ https://bit.ly/47tyDXX #commercialbaking #bakingindustry #ABA

FROM THE MAGAZINE 🎥 | #sponsored by Bundy Baking Solutions Joanie Spencer, editor-in-chief of Commercial Baking, reflects on the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) 2025 and looks at the opportunities and innovation ahead. Thanks to Morning Rounds bakery in Kansas City, MO, for hosting the Commercial Baking team for this video. Read the digital edition of the October | Q4 2025 issue 👉️ https://bit.ly/4qdwuae #commercialbaking #bakingindustry #IBIE2025

The Middleby Corporation is expanding its network of global innovation centers with the opening of the Middleby Centro di Innovazione (MCI) in Casarsa della Delizia, Italy. The 65,000-square-foot facility features the latest industry technologies and is designed specifically for protein, #bakery and #snack processing. Read more about the MCI and how this investment supports Middleby Food Processing customers ➡️ https://bit.ly/42HSDn9 #commercialbaking #bakingindustry #innovationcenter

FROM IBIE 💰 As part of the recent International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE)’s education programming, the American Bakers Association, a co-owner of the triennial event, sponsored the session, Financial Strategies in Baking Manufacturing, featuring a panel of three banking industry experts: Bobby Bans, Michael Scolaro and Kevin Cox. Read more about financial avenues for bakers ➡️ https://bit.ly/48A0zKT #commercialbaking #bakingindustry #IBIE2025

PepsiCo has named Steve Schmitt its next EVP and CFO, paving a path forward for its #leadership team. The Walmart U.S. vet succeeds Jaime Caulfield, who is retiring after more than 30 years with the company in 2026. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4o4PV3F #commercialbaking #bakingindustry #appointment

It’s #WorldBreadDay, and, despite fluctuating consumer behavior, bread, buns and rolls remain a pantry staple. 🍞 Read more about the state of this essential category 👉 https://bit.ly/4bP30c0 #commercialbaking #bakingindustry

BreadPartners Inc. is expanding its Reddi-Soaked Grains and Superior Paste production lines to meet growing customer demand. The company’s 50,000-square-foot facility will now feature new boilers, kettles and packaging systems. Read more ⬇️ #commercialbaking #bakingindustry

“This show delivers a unique opportunity for professionals to see breakthrough technologies up close, build powerful partnerships, and get a jump on the year’s biggest projects.” — Laura Thompson | VP, trade shows | PMMI: The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies Registration for PACK EXPO East, set for Feb. 17-19 in Philadelphia, is now open. The 2026 iteration will bring together thousands of attendees, 500 exhibitors and solutions for more than 40 vertical markets across 125,000 net square feet. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4olqryE #commercialbaking #bakingindustry