Webinars

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Part 4: Newstalgic Nibbles: Modern Twists on Classic Bakery Snack Flavors

Donald DeMont

A famous saying is that “Big things have small beginnings,” and this webinar with Donald DeMont of Antonina’s Gluten-Free Bakery will examine the interplay between tactics, strategy, and ultimately grand strategy. These misunderstood terms are not interchangeable but form a relational synthesis, which, when seen in their proper context, are like gears in the machinery of business. Participants will gain an understanding of the nature of strategy from the micro to the macro level and how the whole really is greater than the sum of its parts.

Armin Pearn

Speaker Armin Pearn introduces how Dairy Data Warehouse (DDW) is helping transform the dairy industry through smarter use of data available on farms. He will explain what “big data” means in the dairy world and delve into how to improve efficiency, profitability, and sustainability. You’ll also discover how to support different parts of the industry from genetics and cow monitoring to nutrition and feeding by referring to everyday practices and examples. By uniting fragmented data on farms into one standard date set the industry can make more informed data driven decisions, reduce environmental footprints, and help the entire dairy value chain move toward a more sustainable future.

Lynn Ducharme

Join this webinar from Lynn Ducharme, Partner, Lighthouse Value Partners in our new Meet the Member series for a dive into Exit Readiness & Value Acceleration. By combining operational know-how with transaction insight, Lighthouse Value Partners (LVP) helps clients in the dairy, deli, and bakery industries position themselves for growth, investment, or sale—ensuring continuity, legacy, and premium outcomes for their owners.

Jonna Parker, Miles Agatha-Currier

Join Jonna Parker, Principal of Fresh Foods at Circana, and Miles Agatha-Currier Education Coordinator at the IDDBA, for an insightful discussion of the latest Dairy, Deli, and Bakery trends.

Katie Fuhrmann

Explore how the growing consumer interest in goat cheese is opening new opportunities for goat charcuterie and meats. Learn what’s behind this growth, how it’s reshaping consumer preferences, and what opportunities it creates in your deli departments.

Fred Puech

Foodservice businesses face a challenging 2026 due to rising tariffs, high uncertainty, and an economic slowdown, which is squeezing already low margins. This webinar, hosted by Fred Puech, PhD, Managing Director of Keenalytix and pricing expert, provides a pricing action plan aimed at protecting both your volume and margins in such an environment.

Miriam Aniel Oved

Join Miriam Aniel Oved, Head of Integrated Marketing and Industry Insights Lead at Tastewise, for an insightful look into the future of deli, dairy, and bakery as we explore the top consumer trends of 2026. This presentation highlights what brands need to know to stay ahead: from shifting consumer preferences to the role of functional health, TikTok, affordability, protein, and so much more. Expect a data-backed, forward-looking discussion that focuses on actionable business value, helping you navigate the evolving tastes of your customers and drive growth in the coming years.

Simone Obetti

Sustainability in food packaging is no longer optional, it’s an industry must. In this webinar Simone Obetti CEO of Velvet USA will highlight key trends, common challenges, and practical solutions such as recyclable films, paper-based options, and high-barrier structures. As a bonus, 25 participants will receive a free packaging sample kit, offering the chance to experience sustainable solutions firsthand.

Rachel Bonsignore

In today’s rapidly evolving market, brands must do more than simply capture attention—they need to inspire loyalty and drive purchases in an omnichannel environment. Join us for a compelling deep dive into “What it Means to be a Brand in 2025 and Beyond.” This session will explore evolving consumer attitudes toward brands, the rise of private labels and value orientation, and how to activate purchase both in-store and online based on these trends.

Donald DeMont

The rivalry between sales and marketing often stems from conflicting goals, different performance metrics, and poor communication. Sales teams are focused on revenue generation and closing deals, while marketing teams often focus on longer-term brand building and lead generation. This dichotomy can lead to friction when marketing feels their efforts in market penetration and brand awareness aren’t appreciated, while sales teams feel that marketing isn't providing enough support to close deals and grow sales. In this webinar, Donald DeMont of Antonina’s Gluten-Free Bakery explores the middle ground where communication and understanding bridge the divide between sales and marketing to create effective cross-functional teams.