Bakers

The Voice of the Baking Industry

Est. 1897

Serving Members from global commercial baking companies and suppliers to baking industry entrepreneurs, the American Bakers Association (ABA) is the only bakery-specific national and state trade association, delivering results on priorities affecting the companies that feed the world.

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Members

What Our Membership Offers

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Professional Development

ABA's Bakers Manufacturing Academy, custom training solutions, frontline and executive leadership programs, and workforce recruitment tools are tailor-made for nearly 800K baking industry employees.

Advocacy and Solutions

Members-only research and a dedicated team of in-house legislative and regulatory experts promotes, supports, and drives positive results for the highly specific needs of the baking industry.

Business Connections and Networking

Ideas and innovation happen when we connect with each other. Throughout the country, the baking industry connects at ABA events. Virtual and in-person gatherings provide opportunities for everyone from executive leaders to entry-level employees.

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Business

Commodities

Food Safety

Logistics

Nutrition

State Affairs

Sustainability

Workforce

Upcoming Events

HR and Safety Professionals Group Virtual Conference

May 14, 2026

2:00 PM

Virtual

The HR and Safety Professionals Group Virtual Conference will tackle the top issues impacting the more than one million bakery supply chain employees who work tirelessly and safely to make and deliver

FTRAC Professionals Group Hybrid Conference

Jun 10, 2026

10:00 AM

Washington DC/Hybrid

ABA's Food Technical and Regulatory Affairs (FTRAC) Professionals Group will tackle key food safety, regulatory, and policy issues affecting the baking industry.

Global Supply Chain & Logistics Professionals Group Conference

Jun 11, 2026

8:00 AM

Washington DC/Hybrid

ABA's Global Supply Chain & Logistics Professional Group tackles pressing issues related to trade policy and its impact on the baking sector. Procurement, purchasing, and commodity professionals are

Bakers Fly-In and Policy Summit and NextGenBaker Leadership Forum

Sep 15, 2026

8:00 AM

Washington, DC

Save the date for the 2026 Bakers Fly-In and Policy Summit and NextGenBaker Leadership Forum in Washington, DC.

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ABA Events

Celebrate with the American Bakers Association

250th Anniversary of Baked Goods in America

Celebrating 250 Years of Baked Goods in America

As we mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, ABA is proud to celebrate 250 years of baked goods at the center of American life. Join us in honoring the care, craftsmanship, and commitment, the baking community provides to the food industry every day.

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