Beyond the Acronyms: What to Know About ACS Certification in 2026

Ricky Reis, Linda Avila, Ricardo Gutierrez

Join us in learning about the descendants of Hoard’s original Guernsey cows and how their extraordinary milk with natural A2 Protein transcends into award-winning cheeses with unbelievably rich, creamy, and buttery flavor profiles. Experience the Cheese Difference! 25 registrants will receive samples.

Amy Roberts

Join fellow IDDBA members for a live session to explore IDDBA’s partnership with Dale Carnegie Training and how leadership development is helping deli, dairy, and bakery teams lead more consistently, engage frontline employees, and perform under daily operational pressure. You’ll learn how people-focused leadership equips department managers to step confidently into leadership, coach effectively, and create positive change without increasing turnover.

Stephen Owens, Rick Prow

Whether you’re a home chef or restaurant operator, our flavored butter can take your meal from basic to bold in seconds. It’s the minor touch that makes a major impact. Join the Epicurean Butter team in a virtual tasting session while expert Chef Rick Prow and CEO Stephen Owens discuss how flavored butter will be your next secret weapon in the food industry.

Kari Skibbie

Join us in experiencing the vertical flight of aged Cheddar ranging from three years to fifteen years. Each cheese is hand-selected and reserved by our Wisconsin Licensed Cheese Graders, with the knowledge and expertise of what it takes to craft exquisite aged Cheddars.