The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) is excited to announce a partnership with the American Cheese Society (ACS) to offer another opportunity for an in-person
Certified Salumiere Professional (CSP) exam.
The comprehensive exam encompasses product knowledge, merchandising techniques and consumer expectations that create the art of Charcuterie. When you become certified, you join an elite group of industry experts. The exam is perfect for deli meat aficionados and cheese mongers. It also provides an opportunity for manufacturers and retailers to learn about one of the largest consumer deli trends in the last decade and ultimately grow sales.
“The elite exam is known throughout the industry as a tremendous way to elevate skill sets and knowledge, said Miles Allen, IDDBA Education Coordinator. Allen added, this recognition has increased demand. He noted that this demand led to the partnership with ACS to offer the exam July 10, 2024 in conjunction with the ACS 2024 Annual Conference in Buffalo, NY. Allen added the first 2024 in-person exam will be held at IDDBA 2024, in Houston, TX.
“We are immensely grateful to IDDBA for collaborating with us in administering the charcuterie exam at this year's American Cheese Society conference. IDDBA’s expertise and dedication to excellence align perfectly with our mission. Together, we look forward to providing attendees with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and advancement,” Tara Holmes, American Cheese Society said.
More information about IDDBA’s In-Person Certified Salumiere Professional (CSP) Exam can be found here:
Become a Certified Salumiere Professional
About IDDBA: The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association is a nonprofit membership organization serving the dairy, deli, bakery, cheese, and supermarket foodservice industries. Member companies enjoy exclusive benefits and services including the annual tradeshow, leading-edge research, training programs, management tools, and an annual trends report. For more information contact IDDBA at 608-310-5000 or visit iddba.org.
About American Cheese Society: ACS is the leading organization supporting the understanding, appreciation, and promotion of artisan, farmstead, and specialty cheeses produced in the Americas. At 2,300 members strong, ACS provides advocacy, education, business development, and networking opportunities for cheesemakers, retailers, enthusiasts, and extended industry. ACS strives to continually raise the quality and availability of cheese in the Americas. Since its founding in 1983, ACS proudly hosts the foremost annual educational conference and world-renowned cheese judging and competition in North America. ACS is a 501(c)6 nonprofit association headquartered in Denver, Colo. To learn more about ACS, please visit
www.cheesesociety.org or contact 720-328-2788.