About IBIE

The International Baking Industry Expo

The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) is the largest event in the Western Hemisphere, bringing together all segments of the grain-based foods industry supply chain. Held in Las Vegas every three years, IBIE gathers the baking community to fuel the next generation of bakers, promote economic growth, educate and advance the future of baking. Owned by the American Bakers Association (ABA), and the Bakery Equipment Manufacturers and Allieds (BEMA) and supported by the Retail Bakers of America (RBA), all proceeds from this non-profit event are invested back into the grain-based food industry.

American Bakers Association

www.americanbakers.org
The American Bakers Association (ABA) is the largest and most established trade association for the commercial baking industry in the United States. ABA’s community includes more than 350 baker and allied member companies, representing thousands of commercial baking manufacturing locations across the nation.   

Since 1897, ABA has served as the voice of the baking industry, offering compelling advocacy, insightful thought leadership, and comprehensive research on industry trends. ABA members also benefit from extensive business services including premier networking events, impactful knowledge sharing, and effective workforce development programs and training resources. ABA is committed to enhancing its mission by growing the category and promoting the industry as the destination workplace. In 2025, ABA earned the prestigious Great Place To Work Certification, underscoring its commitment to delivering on the Higher Level Impact strategic objective by fostering a strong internal culture that drives excellence for the commercial baking industry.  

How to become a member of ABA.
Membership benefits include priority exhibitor space selection and discounted booth rates, as well as discounted expo registration rates for attendees.

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BEMA – Bakery Equipment Manufacturers and Allieds

www.bema.org
BEMA is an international trade association representing bakery and food equipment manufacturers, companies that provide ingredients, packaging materials and vehicles, and service providers including publishers, consultants, installers and financial services. Formed in 1918, BEMA is dedicated to furthering the professionalism of its members with programs that enhance communications and promote technological advancement, education, safety, sanitation, marketing and good manufacturing practices.

How to become a member of BEMA.
Membership benefits include priority exhibitor space selection and discounted booth rates, as well as discounted expo registration rates for attendees.

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Retail Bakers of America

www.retailbakersofamerica.org
Retail Bakers of America (RBA) is a not-for-profit trade association committed to improving the operation and profitability of retail bakeries. Founded in 1918, RBA helps to foster the community of retail bakeries by providing a forum for the exchange of industry and business information, as well as networking, learning opportunities and mentoring among future and existing bakers.

How to become a member of RBA.
Membership benefits include priority exhibitor space selection and discounted booth rates, as well as discounted expo registration rates for attendees.

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