International Membership

Bakers outside of the United States expand their world with ABA's International Baker Membership.

Expanding global connections with the American Bakers Association

With Members on six continents, ABA is a U.S.-based trade association with an international reach. Additionally, ABA is the co-owner of the Western Hemisphere's largest international baking trade show: the International Baking Industry Exposition.

As the world of business continues to globalize, it's important to be a Member of the organization that helps connect the entire industry.

Online Education in English, Spanish, and Portuguese

ABA's Bakers Manufacturing Academy offers International Members on-demand, online access to the industry’s most modern and comprehensive workforce training programs with our Bakers Manufacturing Academy. From beginner to advanced production roles, the Academy's training is available in English, with certain courses offered in Spanish and Portuguese. ABA's Education Team provides hands-on Academy onboarding support for these powerful training tool.

Learn more about the Academy

Industry connections

It's important to get to know the global baking industry marketplace. ABA provides our International Members with networking opportunities and events with industry peers and suppliers from the U.S. and around the world. Rapid adoption of new technologies have allowed ABA events to have an increased emphasis on virtual participation to help accomodate our overseas Members.

The industry connects at ABA events

Best practices

Live or on-demand, ABA webinars virtually gather the experts leading change affecting the industry. Dynamic topics based on the needs of ABA Members and are available at any time on ABA’s On-Demand Webinar Portal. Presentations throughout the year focus on industry research, consumer trends, and food science, equipment innovations and more ensure International Members know about the best practices in baking.

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International Baker Member Discount

Because International Baker Members cannot benefit from ABA's Advocacy and Solutions, we offer a 50% discount off of our standard Member rate.

Please contact our Membership team to learn more about how an ABA International Baker Membership can benefit your company.

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Eric Dell

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