American Bakers Association

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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What Our Membership Offers

American Bakers Association

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.

American Bakers Association

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.

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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.

Upcoming Events

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2026 ABA Convention

Apr 19, 2026
12:00 PM
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Join us for an elevated gathering of commercial baking executives, set against the backdrop of our Nation's tallest peaks. This event promises unparalleled networking opportunities, innovative baking

ABA HR and Safety Professionals Group

HR and Safety Professionals Group Virtual Conference

Dec 1, 2026
3:00 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

ABA HR and Safety Professionals Group

HR and Safety Professionals Group Virtual Conference

Sep 8, 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

ABA HR and Safety Professionals Group

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

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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