Planning Committee

Provides vision and oversight of the annual technical conference, BakingTECH, and ensures the conference is aligned with the mission, vision, and core values of ASB.

2027 Planning Committee

VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP

Amy Estrada | Program Chair

Rademaker USA | Worth, IL

Sarah Tsocanos | ASB Chair

The Campbell’s Co. | Camden, NJ

Nicholas Blaser

Hansaloy, LLC | Davenport, IA

Josh Buttshaw

Sosland Publishing | Kansas City, MO

Annie Davidson

Flowers Foods | Thomasville, GA

Brian Fatula

Lallemand Baking | Overland Park, KS

Annie Davidson

Flowers Foods | Thomasville, GA

Emily Hickman

Manildra USA | Leawood, KS

Kendall Howie

Middleby Bakery| Denton, TX

Scott McCally | Commercial Engagement Committee

Middleby Bakery | McKinney, TX

Brittny Ohr

Sugar Foods Corp. | Douglasville, GA

Riccardo Piscolla

GEA Bakery Systems North America | Hollywood, FL

Kathy Sargent | ASB 2027/2028 Chair

Bimbo Bakeries USA | Olathe, KS

Samantha Schwanz

Mel-O-Cream Donuts International, Inc. | Springfield, IL

Sophia Simecka | Young Professional Committee Liaison

Corbion | Lenexa, KS

Theresa Watkinson

Aladdin Bakers, Inc. | Brooklyn, NY

Jaina Wald | BakingTECH 2028 Program Chair

Puratos | Pennsauken, NJ

Initiatives

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

Innovating the Future of BakingTECH

BakingTECH is committed to driving progress by curating cutting-edge technical content, engaging speakers, and insightful discussions. This initiative will focus on identifying emerging trends, fostering supplier collaboration, and shaping programming that equips attendees with practical knowledge and new tools to enhance their professional roles.
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Innovating the Future of BakingTECH

ATTENDEE ENGAGEMENT

Expanding Our Impact

Leveraging industry connections and partnerships, this initiative aims to enhance the visibility of BakingTECH and attract a wider, more diverse audience. Through strategic outreach and dynamic content, we will create a conference experience that fosters knowledge-sharing and innovation within the baking industry.
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Expanding Our Impact

INDUSTRY COLLABORATION

Stronger Together: Advancing the Baking Industry

Collaboration fuels innovation. This initiative will focus on fostering stronger partnerships between suppliers, manufacturers, and industry professionals to drive meaningful progress. By creating opportunities for knowledge exchange and strategic networking at BakingTECH, we will strengthen industry relationships and encourage the development of cutting-edge solutions that benefit all stakeholders.
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Stronger Together: Advancing the Baking Industry
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