Bridgford Foods pioneered the manufacture and sale of frozen bread dough in 1962. Uniqueness, high quality and consistency of products have been the company’s main objectives. Bridgford Foods provides high quality frozen bread doughs, roll doughs and fully baked heat and serve buttermilk biscuits to the foodservice trade and now biscuit dough. Bridgford has developed a full line of “Better For You” breads, rolls, and biscuits; these products have more whole grain, less sodium, and healthier baking oils. | Bridgford is a fourth generation, family owned and operated business. Bridgford makes all our meat snacks in Chicago, IL – we do not use co-packers. Our product is produced in a brand new, state of the art facility, located on the South-side of Chicago. The facility is SQF level II Certified, and the plant serves as the Regional Circuit headquarters for the USDA. Bridgford’s SWEET BABY RAY’S beef jerky is a result of a co-branding partnership with Ken’s Foods, owners of Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce. Bridgford’s unique process and marination results in a great tasting, tender, beef jerky! Sweet Baby Ray’s is the # 1 BBQ Sauce in the USA, and the partnership drives trial of our products and brings new customers to the set. According to Nielsen data, Bridgford is one of the top selling jerky brands in the country based on dollar and unit sales. Consistently tender, great tasting jerky is the key to our success. We offer a line of 1.25-oz Sweet Baby Ray’s Beef Jerky available in Original, Sweet N Spicy, and Sweet Teriyaki; 1.5-oz Sweet Baby Ray’s Smokehouse Sausage Sticks Original Recipe; 0.8-oz Pepperoni & Cheese and Beef & Cheddar Sticks and 1-oz Pepperoni and Italian Salami Sticks. Bridgford also offers a line 0.75-oz bags of Sweet Baby Ray’s Beef Jerky in Original, Sweet N Spicy, and Sweet Teriyaki varieties.
Beefcake Jerky
Beefcake Jerky who was founded in 2023 with the mission of “made in your neighbors garage” jerky taste the. We are known for our homemade jerky, thick cut, smoky beef jerky, and one of a tender pork jerky. We carry a USDA HACCP certification and the letter of guarantee. | Built from the ground up, with no shortcuts, and NO B.S ingredients. Made with premium cuts, bold flavors, and real smoke.
Archer
From day one, we have focused on creating the most premium brand in jerky without compromising our principles of high-quality ingredients and small-batch production. Every batch of jerky and meat sticks is still made with the same attention to detail that built our reputation. We use real protein – 100% grass-fed beef and all-natural turkey – to create snacks that satisfy both your health-conscious mind and flavor-craving taste buds. We put poser better-for-you snacks to shame.
Anthem Snacks
Anthem Snacks, is a veteran-owned premium meat snack company and the Official Meat Snack of UFC, founded by former Green Beret Nate Kouhana. Anthem’s mission is to provide protein snacks to hard-working Americans while recognizing those who make freedom possible. We donate 10% of our profits to veteran and first responder non-profit organizations that align with our values. Anthem Snacks was named Montana Veteran Owned Business of the Year. | Anthem Snacks is a veteran-owned premium meat snack company committed to bold flavor, clean ingredients, and fueling hardworking lifestyles. Founded by a former Green Beret, our products are crafted with 100% American beef, slow-smoked for full-muscle flavor, and packed with protein. With 10% of profits donated to veteran nonprofits, every bite gives back. From beef jerky to sticks, Anthem is built for those who demand more from their snacks.
Alamo Protein
Alamo Protein is a Texas-based premium meat snack brand disrupting the traditional jerky category. Our beef is sliced thinner and dehydrated longer to create a bold, crunchy texture that delivers a completely different eating experience from standard chewy jerky. Made with only premium lean beef and salt, our products contain zero sugar, no preservatives, no additives, and no marinades—just clean, high-protein nutrition. Designed for today’s health-conscious consumer, Alamo Protein offers retailers a differentiated, clean-label product with strong shelf impact, premium positioning, and scalable growth potential across national distribution.
Aero-Cos International
Aerocos International Ltd. is a New Jersey-based international food company specializing in the development, marketing, and distribution of branded and private label products. With over 25 years of experience, the company serves global markets including duty free and travel retail, the U.S. military resale system (AAFES, DeCA, NEXCOM), specialty and gourmet retailers, and international distributors. Aerocos delivers innovative, high-quality food solutions designed to meet evolving consumer demand for premium, convenient, and visually appealing products. The company provides end-to-end capabilities including product development, sourcing, packaging, merchandising strategy, and global distribution management. With a strong international network and deep channel expertise, Aerocos helps partners successfully enter and grow within high-traffic retail environments while driving consistent sell-through and brand impact.
Accredo Packaging
Accredo Packaging is a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer focused on innovation, performance, and responsible manufacturing. Our LEED® Silver–certified headquarters and use of 100% wind electricity for on-site operations reflect our commitment to more sustainable production practices. We produce custom flexible packaging solutions for the food and consumer goods markets, including printed laminate rollstock, form-fill-seal films, stand-up pouches, shrink bundling, overwraps, breathable films, and wicketed bags. Our portfolio includes options designed for high performance and compatibility with existing recycling streams where facilities exist, supporting brands working toward their packaging goals. We look forward to showcasing our solutions for the meat and poultry industry at IPPE 2025, and partnering with processors and brand owners seeking reliable packaging that delivers protection, efficiency, and visual impact. | Experience the future of sustainable flexible packaging with Accredo Packaging at Pack Expo 2024. Since 2009, Accredo has collaborated with companies worldwide to reduce their environmental impact by employing innovative packaging solutions.Our commitment to sustainability is unmatched. We use 100% wind energy in the USA and solar energy in our Asian facilities. We proudly operate the first LEED® Silver-certified manufacturing facilities in the industry. Our advanced printing technology cuts ink and solvent usage by more than a third, and we are pioneering the use of biodegradable and recyclable eco-resins.Accredo’s dedication to sustainability and innovation has earned us prestigious awards, including multiple FTA Gold awards and the ReFocus Sustainability Summit’s Design for Recyclability and People’s Choice Awards.Join us at Pack Expo 2024 to see how sustainability is truly in our DNA. Visit Accredo in the West Hall and discover for yourself how we can help your business make a positive environmental impact. | Accredo Packaging provides flexible packaging solutions for the food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. Our offerings include pouches, printed laminated rollstock, barrier films, and shrink bundle films for beverages. We focus on delivering packaging that supports product protection, shelf appeal, and efficient manufacturing. Accredo also offers a range of H2R approved and Store Drop-Off recyclable structures and sustainability driven material options designed to help brands meet evolving packaging goals. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and customer collaboration, we work closely with our partners to develop packaging solutions tailored to their specific product and performance needs.