International Membership

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

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Building Global Connections with the American Bakers Association

An International Member is any wholesale bakery manufacturer whose facilities are located outside of the United States.

Bakers outside of the United States expand their world with ABA’s International Baker Membership. With Members on six continents, ABA is a U.S.-based trade association with an international reach.

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.

From beginner to advanced production roles, the Academy’s training is available in English, with certain courses offered in Spanish and Portuguese.

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Continents where ABA Members are located

Networking with Industry Connections

Get to know the global baking industry community. ABA provides our International Members with networking opportunities to meet and learn from industry peers and suppliers.

In addition to in-person events, the rapid adoption of new technologies has allowed ABA events to have an increased emphasis on virtual offerings to accommodate participation from Members all over the globe.

Connecting with other Members

Best Practices with ABA Webinars

Live or on-demand, ABA webinars virtually gather the experts leading change in the industry. Dynamic topics are based on the current day challenges 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, food science, equipment innovations, and more.

ABA's Webinar Portal

International baking industry exposition

It's the Western Hemisphere’s largest baking industry trade show and the U.S. grain sector’s most important event. Co-owned by the American Bakers Association, IBIE welcomes more than 21,000 baking professionals from around the world during five days of nonstop activities at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

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International Baker Member Discount

Because International Baker Members cannot participate in ABA’s advocacy activities, we offer a 50% discount off of our standard Member rates. Please contact our Membership team to learn more about how an ABA International Baker Membership can benefit your company.

International Baker Member Application