Food is essential to life, and at WorkForge, we believe in developing the individuals who power the food manufacturing industry by building a resilient workforce—one skill at a time. From hire to retire, we support employees at every stage of their career journey, providing learnings that are valuable at work and in life. From improving technical skills to preparing for professional growth, WorkForge ensures that every employee leaves stronger than when they started. By investing in people, WorkForge helps food manufacturers boost productivity while making operations safer, more agile, and ready to meet the demands of tomorrow. | In commercial baking, every shift counts. That’s why WorkForge delivers fast, effective training built for the realities of high-volume food production, where safety, consistency, and skilled teams make all the difference. We combine engaging career pathways content, an intuitive learning management platform, custom content creation, and expert support to create a seamless training experience for your entire operation. From mixing to packaging, and sanitation to supervision, we’ve got your workforce covered. Why commercial bakeries choose WorkForge: ✔️ 1,000+ courses covering food safety, health & safety, maintenance, and leadership ✔️ Training delivered in short, easy-to-understand formats (perfect for busy shifts) ✔️ Multilingual content—available in 30+ languages ✔️ Mobile-friendly LMS that integrates with your HR system ✔️ Tools to upload your own SOPs and customize by line or job role Our micro-modules are designed for fast skill-building and retention. Whether you’re onboarding seasonal workers, preparing for an audit, or upskilling long-term team members, WorkForge ensures your people are competent, confident, and ready to perform. More than just checking a compliance box, we help build a strong foundation—so your workforce is safer, your product quality stays high, and your line keeps moving. | WorkForge is a comprehensive eLearning solution designed to elevate employee knowledge, retention, and professional development through engaging and interactive digital content. What sets us apart is our unique and configurable “one-stop shop” approach, encompassing off-the-shelf learning content, customizable options, a robust Learning Management System (LMS), and consulting services – all seamlessly integrated under a single vendor.The Problems We Solve… Navigating Compliance. Staying abreast of evolving food safety regulations and ensuring compliance. Uniformity Across Shifts. Guaranteeing consistent training and processes across diverse shifts and locations. Prioritizing Health and Safety. Ongoing education on health and safety to minimize accident risks and prioritize worker well-being. Skills Evolution. Bridging the skills gap amid technological advancements, particularly in automation and machinery operation. Knowledge Retention. Managing the potential loss of institutional knowledge as seasoned workers retire or depart. Engaging Workforce. Crafting compelling training programs tailored to a diverse workforce, accommodating varying education levels and language proficiency. Leadership Development. Fostering leadership skills among employees for enhanced management and effective succession planning. Impact Assessment. Rigorously evaluating the efficacy of training programs and their impact on overall productivity and quality. Cultural Inclusivity. Acknowledging cultural diversity within the workforce and deliver WorkForge offers a comprehensive suite of Learning and Development (L&D) solutions. From preexisting content to customdesigned modules, a cutting-edge Learning Management System, and expert consulting services, WorkForge covers every aspect of the manufacturing employee lifecycle.Pathways A library of 900+ modules organized into pathways covering critical skills for onboarding, upskilling, and introducing new skills. Foundational pathways target durable skills crucial to all employees, while functional pathways focus on job-specific skills. Custom Content WorkForge’s instructional design and development teams create bespoke L&D content tailored to your manufacturing training needs. Interactive eLearning modules, virtual training simulations, and comprehensive instructional videos are crafted to match your specific processes and workforce requirements. Learning Management System For those without an existing LMS, WorkForge offers a scalable, customizable solution designed for the manufacturing market. Enjoy an intuitive interface, advanced analytics for outcome tracking, and versatile tools for content deployment. Enhance learning efficiency, ensure compliance, and boost workforce performance. Technology Enablement WorkForge provides consulting services for seamless deployment of L&D solutions and LMS. Benefit from tailored strategies, expert guidance on best practices, and ongoing support for improved learning outcomes, heightened employee engagement, and organizational performance and growth.
TwinPeaks Online
MyOnlineBakery is a leading ERP platform purpose-built for wholesale and retail bakeries. Trusted by more than 200 bakeries across North America, our software helps simplify order management, streamline production and gain real-time inventory visibility so you can operate more efficiently and grow with confidence. Running a bakery at scale means managing hundreds of orders each day, often across multiple channels and production shifts. MyOnlineBakery eliminates the need for handwritten notes & manual spreadsheets by bringing all orders into a single, organized system, batching them by route and keeping production on track. Cash flow improves with automated invoicing tied directly to real order data, including discounts, delivery fees, and taxes. Our wholesale ordering portal gives bakery customers the ability to place orders, pay invoices, and access order history—freeing up staff time and reducing back-and-forth communication. Our nutritional analysis module uses USDA-sourced data to instantly generate FDA-compliant nutrition facts panels, ingredient statements, and allergen disclosures. Cost tracking tools reveal true margins by product, customer, and route, empowering smarter pricing and operational decisions. MyOnlineBakery is supported by a U.S.-based team. We’ll guide your staff through setup, SOP development and ongoing technical support. Visit us at Booth 6408 to see how MyOnlineBakery can help you streamline your business.
The Butter Book
Founded by world-renowned chefs and education experts, our award-winning ed-tech platform leverages the celebrated pastry and baking training proven methodology of The French Pastry School brick-and-mortar model. Designed for bakeries, hospitality groups, culinary schools, and foodservice operations, it offers the most substantial skill-based, personalized training available fully online. It features adaptive and interactive learning resources for chefs-led education and ongoing professional development. For companies seeking a scalable, repeatable, and cost-effective solution, our platform delivers the most reliable, consistent, 24/7 access and seamless Learning Management System (LMS) integration.
The Bread Bakers Guild of America
The Bread Bakers Guild of America is an independent and creative group of current and aspiring bakery owners, professional bakers, cottage operators, ingredient and equipment suppliers, educators, students, and more. We are dedicated to producing great baked goods and committed to the health of our businesses, workers, and communities. The mission of the Guild is to support the sustainability and prosperity of the craft baking industry through education, training and community building. We provide education in baking techniques and in the business of baking and opportunities for our members to network.
Sottoriva America Inc.
Sottoriva America is the U.S. branch of Sottoriva SpA – Italy, a family owned bakery equipment business since 1944. Sottoriva is recognized worldwide for their machines for Bread and Roll production. Sottoriva can provide individual machines for Small bakeries, as well as, larger production lines for Wholesale bakeries. With a full line of Dough Mixers, Dough Dividers and Rounders for Breads and Rolls makes Sottoriva a great equipment source for bakers worldwide. From Water Meters and Wwter Chillers, Dough Feeding Equipment and Automatic Lines, Sottoriva can complete your bakery automation. We have 2 Pocket, 4/5 Andy6 Pocket Dividers for Roll Production, 1, 2,3 and 4 Pocket Dividers for Breads. Coupled with Rounders, Intermediate Proofers and Molders, we can produce from 750 to 6240 Bread Loaves per hour from 3.5 to 52 ounces. Our Mini Roll Line can produce from 2000 to 3000 rolls, round, rolled, flattened or stamped, from 3/4 ounces to 7.0 ounces and our HI LINES and SUPER LINES can produce 6400 to 15000 buns / rolls per hour. Come check out our complete line of Bakery Machines and Systems. You’ll be glad you gave us a call at (704)-714-5880. See why bakers worldwide choose Sottoriva !
RMS
ROTARY CUTTERS AND MOULD TOOLING FOR CRACKERS,BISCUITS AND COOKIES HIGH PRODUCTION LINES. | Cart retrieval, cart maintenance and on call repairs, containment line and wheel repair, backroom equipment repairs, ADA electric cart repair, cart sales, cart leasing, and cart parts sales.
Retail Bakers of America
The Retail Bakers of America (RBA) is a national nonprofit association committed to supporting retail bakeries, independent baking professionals, and the broader baking community across the United States. With a rich history of service and advocacy, the RBA exists to connect, educate, and support those who dedicate their careers to the art and business of baking. At its core, RBA champions the success of retail bakeries—whether family-owned shops, startup ventures, or long-established institutions—by offering resources tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities of the retail baking industry. From single-location bakeries to multi-store operations, members benefit from a supportive community, a wealth of educational content, and access to nationally recognized certification programs. Education is one of RBA’s foundational pillars. Through hands-on training, virtual bootcamps, webinars, and industry events like the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), RBA ensures that bakers at every stage of their careers have access to practical, up-to-date knowledge. Whether it’s mastering buttercream techniques, scaling recipes for production, or understanding new food safety regulations, RBA’s educational offerings help professionals refine their craft and grow their business operations. Certification is another cornerstone of the RBA’s mission. The association offers a tiered credentialing system, including the Certified Journey Baker (CJB), Certified Baker (CB), and Certified Master Baker (CMB) designations. These programs recognize skill, commitment, and professionalism in the baking industry, and they serve as trusted marks of excellence for employers and customers alike. RBA also supports educators and students through programs like BakeryX and the Certified Journey Decorator (CJD) bootcamp, empowering the next generation of baking professionals. Networking and community building are essential aspects of RBA membership. Through the RBAConnect platform, regional meet-ups, social media engagement, and annual events, bakers have the chance to share knowledge, ask questions, celebrate each other’s wins, and collaborate on shared challenges.