2019 IBIE SHOW FOCUSING ON ARTISAN BAKING

Artisan Bakers can expect a curated show offering customised education, demos, networking and access to key industry suppliers.

The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), commonly known as the Baking Expo, announced the launch of new and expanded show features tailored to and focused on the artisan and specialty baking audience at their 2019 event. IBIE will unveil a new state-of-the-art pavilion introducing show elements specifically produced to support the growth of the artisan and specialty market segment when it stages September 8-11, 2019 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This category strategy has been expanding since 2010, when IBIE partnered with the Retail Bakers of America.

Curated competitions, staged demonstrations from celebrity chefs and Certified Master Bakers, tastings, expert Q&A sessions, exhibitor demonstrations and much more will bring the pavilion to life. This prime show floor destination has been designed to offer a truly immersive experience for artisan and specialty bakers, cake decorators and pastry chefs—with learning formats to serve all needs, including hands-on demonstrations and unique product and ingredient exhibits. The world-renowned IBIEducate program will showcase an expanded, full track of sessions highlighting every aspect of the artisan business including: business best practices, marketing techniques, and technical sessions and hands-on sessions that help bakers master their craft and grow their businesses.

“With technology and automation becoming increasingly prevalent in our industry, it’s important to recognize and continue to invest in the artisan movement,” said Joe Turano, IBIE Chair. “IBIE 2019 has focused its efforts to address the unique needs of this growing market segment. This new show floor experience will offer a comprehensive array of education and demonstrations to ensure the artisan community has the tools they need to flourish. Our goal is that artisan and specialty bakers leave IBIE 2019 feeling well-served, connected and inspired.”

IBIE brings all segments of the grain-based food industry together, attracting thousands of bakers from across the country and around the world to connect with like-minded professionals to share ideas, discuss challenges and discover new trends, products and services. IBIE has the support from leading organizations, including Retail Bakers of America, Bread Bakers Guild of America, French Pastry School, BAKE Magazine and many more.