How do you develop strong managers in your bakery? Whether you're trying to promote from within for the first time or scale your management structure across multiple locations, building effective leaders is one of the hardest parts of growing a bakery business. Most owners learn through trial...
03-19-2026 | 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM ET
When people hear the name Buddy Valastro , the first thing that often comes to mind is television. But for the Retail Bakers of America, Buddy’s story starts somewhere else entirely: on the bakery floor. In a recent episode of The Perfect Rise: Conversations with the Retail Bakers of...
Join bakers and bread enthusiasts for the inaugural West Coast Bread Fest, an all-day celebration of artisan baking and community. This festival brings together experienced instructors for hands-on classes, demonstrations, and education in a collaborative atmosphere. The day includes workshop...
05-02-2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM PT Petaluma CA
Most bakers imagine their careers inside a kitchen—but Principal Bakery Scientist Kelly DeFusco proves that the baking industry stretches far beyond the bench. With a 34-year career in the flavor world and nearly two decades at Tastepoint by IFF, Kelly has built a life at the intersection of...
Thinking about getting certified? Curious what the pathway looks like or which credential might be right for you? Join us for a live RBA Town Hall where we break down the full certification journey in a clear, supportive, and easy-to-understand way. During this session, we’ll walk through all...
01-26-2026 | 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM ET
So you want to open a bakery? Fantastic. Let’s talk about how to make it actually happen —with fewer surprises, more support, and a community that understands exactly what you’re stepping into. This webinar is designed for future bakery owners who are somewhere between “I have an idea” and ...
02-12-2026 | 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM ET
Ready to add classes or events to your bakery but not sure where to start? Join three successful entrepreneurs who have turned their kitchens into classrooms and event spaces. Hear how they launched their programs, what they learned along the way, and how classes now drive customer loyalty and...
02-04-2026 | 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM ET
Join fellow RBA members for an afternoon of learning, hands-on experience, and networking at Cold Spring Bakery! Event Highlights: Cake Decorating Demo or Bakery Tour - Choose your session and learn techniques you can take back to your own operation Product Show & Tell - Share...
04-20-2026 | 12:30 PM - 05:00 PM CT Cold Spring MN
Bagelfest 2025 reminded us exactly why the baking industry is built on community. As the RBA continues deepening our presence at national events, this year’s festival at Citi Field gave us the clearest picture yet of what bakers need, what they’re talking about, and where the energy is pointing...
In this episode of The Perfect Rise , host Chef Kimberly Houston sits down with Tracy Quisenberry , founder of Icing Smiles , a nonprofit organization connecting volunteer bakers with families who have children facing critical illness. What began as a simple act of love—a homemade cake for...