Overview:

In October 2013, more than 20,000 baking professionals from every segment of the grain-based market will converge in Las Vegas for the world’s largest, most comprehensive trade event of the year. Now more than ever, the Baking Expo™ brings it all together, connecting a record number of industry buyers and sellers with the technology, resources and opportunities they need to maximize their success.

The Baking Expo™ (IBIE) is produced by the American Bakers Association (ABA) and the Baking industry Suppliers Association (BEMA).

Attendees:

Serious baking professionals around the world know that the Baking Expo™ is the most important trade event—and their most complete source for the equipment, ingredient and supply solutions they need to stay competitive and ahead of the curve.

Thousands of baking pros—directors and managers from every industry segment—get down to business here, finding new technologies, tracking issues and trends and getting answers and ideas to move their operations profitably into the future. Plan now to join these industry leaders in Las Vegas, October 6-9, 2013. Large or small, your business will benefit from being here.

IBIE is known worldwide for showcasing the newest baking technology, all together in one cutting-edge center of innovation. Attend the Baking Expo™ to view the complete range of equipment, ingredient and supply solutions, and preview the latest product launches and technological advancements in the following categories:

•    Baking equipment and systems
•    Business services
•    Ingredients, flavorings, spices & fillings
•    Ingredient handling systems
•    Packaging materials & systems
•    Technology
•    Refrigeration equipment
•    Sanitation equipment
•    Transportation & distribution equipment

Exhibitors:

Now more than ever, The Baking Expo™ brings you the full range of highly qualified buyers from every segment of the grain-based food industry. Growing an impressive 40 percent since 2007, IBIE continues its momentum by partnering with the Retail Bakers Association (RBA) and other trade organizations to bring in even more baking professionals from lucrative ancillary markets. And as the industry consolidates, we’re keeping the focus on the all-important international audience to maximize attendance from South America, Asia and Europe.

If you want to cost-effectively do business with the broadest range of buyers from around the world and across all industry segments, you can’t do better than the Baking Expo™. Now more than ever, IBIE is your best opportunity to:

EXPOSE YOUR BRAND TO A HUGE AUDIENCE OF QUALIFIED BUYERS.
20,000 baking industry professionals are expected to converge in Las Vegas for the 2013 Baking Expo™, looking for equipment, products and services at every level of the vertical supply chain. Exhibit here and you’ll have unfettered access to them all.

WRITE ORDERS AND GENERATE LEADS.
70 percent of IBIE buyers either purchase onsite, or plan to purchase as a result of attending. Spend four productive days making connections with the people who are in the market for what you sell—and can make your year in sales.

INTRODUCE NEW TECHNOLOGY.
With more than 81 percent of attendees here to learn about new innovations, IBIE is the logical platform for your new product rollouts, and the ultimate showcase for your cutting-edge advances.

EXTEND YOUR REACH AROUND THE WORLD.
IBIE’s aggressive marketing strategies are designed to increase attendance from around the world and across multiple industry segments, giving you the vehicle you need to open new markets, increase your range and expand internationally.

DO BUSINESS WITH TOP-LEVEL PROFESSIONALS.
61 percent of IBIE attendees are key decision-makers. These high-level buyers (owners, presidents, chief executives and primary buyers) control millions of dollars, and represent a huge selling opportunity for you.