Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA), the premier trade association for the dairy, deli, bakery, and retail foodservice sectors, has officially launched a search for its next President & CEO. This leadership transition comes at a pivotal time as IDDBA continues to shape innovation and commerce across the...
Friday, March 13, 2026
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) is pleased to announce that Abby Despins has joined the organization as Vice President of Education & Industry Relations.
Despins brings nearly two decades of experience in the food industry, with a career spanning several companies that make up IDDBA’s vibrant...
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The IDDBA Board of Directors announces that David Haaf has stepped down as CEO, effective February 26. We thank David for his service and wish him well in his future endeavors.
Our CFO, Chris Schwass, has been appointed Acting CEO. Chris brings 28 years of experience at IDDBA and...
Monday, January 05, 2026
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) is proud to announce a comprehensive brand refresh and the debut of its new tagline, “Thinking Outside the Aisle.”The refreshed brand reflects IDDBA’s evolution as the essential resource for dairy, deli, and bakery professionals—honoring the strength of its perimeter-focused categories while...
Friday, July 25, 2025
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) held their annual show June 1-3 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. More than 10,000 attendees perused over 1,000 exhibitors (a new record for IDDBA), with over 230 first-time exhibitors showcasing their products.