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It’s the first Tuesday of the month, and that means a brand-new episode of the What’s in Store Podcast! We’re kicking off Season 4 with an exciting and insightful conversation! In this episode, IDDBA’s Vice President of Education and Industry Relations, Heather Prach, joins Whitney L. Atkins, Vice President of Marketing and Membership, in conversation to unveil the 2025 industry trends shaping the dairy, deli, and bakery sectors, and more. Guided by the theme “Better Together,” Heather shares how collaboration, innovation, and consumer behavior will be driving the industry in 2025. Together, they break down the five key trends for 2025: Chop Chop; Live, Laugh, Luxury; Endless Possibilities; Less is More; and Uniquely You. From discussing emerging food trends driven by social media to evolving retail strategies, this episode is filled with actionable insights and forward-thinking ideas to help you prepare for what's in store in 2025. Enjoy this preview of the episode, which discusses how IDDBA works with partners like Circana, NielsenIQ, Category Partners, LLC, and Euromonitor International to help inform our analysis of where the industry is headed. Listen now, on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gR6PBshn Get YOUR copy of What's in Store - IDDBA's digital trends report - TODAY: https://lnkd.in/g54_jnqC 📢 Are you an industry professional with a story or insight to share? We’re always looking for guests to join the conversation—drop us a note at podcast@iddba.org and let’s make it happen! #Dairy #Deli #Bakery #Grocery #Supermarket #FoodService #Trends2025 #BetterTogether #Innovation #Leadership #Technology #EmbracingTechnology #FoodManufacturing #FoodMarketing #FoodRetail

Unlock your leadership potential with the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Supervisory Essentials Certificate Program! This six-week program, designed for new leaders and front line supervisors, will help you influence, inspire, and empower your team. Starting February 6th, sessions run bi-weekly through April 24th, live on Zoom. Gain the skills and confidence needed to drive meaningful results and elevate your career. To learn more or take next steps, head to our page for IDDBA's exclusive discount to save on registration! https://lnkd.in/gc-qhGDD #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #ContinuingEducation #Dairy #Deli #Bakery #Supermarket #Grocery #CStore #FoodService #Convenience

💡Did you know Paczki originated in Poland as a way to indulge before Lent? These decadent pastries were created to use up all the sugar, butter, and eggs in the house before the fasting season began. This season, celebrate the sweet history of #Paczki with our premium, irresistibly fluffy donuts that honor this timeless tradition. 📍Find here: https://zurl.co/ZYaJF #PaczkiPerfection #TasteTheTradition #HistoryYouCanEat #ClydesDonuts

Did you know that IDDBA has an Instagram page? Be sure to check us out @iddba for regular updates, behind-the-scenes photos, and more! instagram.com/iddba Head on over to see the exciting new logo and packaging from IDDBA member-company Ellsworth Creamery! You'll be seeing more of us sharing these kinds of updates on our Instagram in coming months! https://lnkd.in/gpa6Sxjd #WeAreIDDBA #Dairy #Deli #Bakery #Grocery #Supermarket #Community #CultivatingCommunity

Don't miss this recent conversation with our very own Scott Brown and Whitney L. Atkins of IDDBA which dives into Digital Catalog, 2D barcodes, product content management and more!

On January 22, 1910, our founder, Eli Schulman was born on Chicago's West Side. In honor of an absolute legend, we've designated his birthday as "Founder's Day"... a day to celebrate Eli's legacy. It was in 1940 when Eli noticed a foreclosure sign on his favorite neighborhood coffee shop. Armed with little more than a twinkle in his eye and his mother’s recipes, he bought the place, and the rest was history. His big personality, great food, and exceptional care for his customers captured the hearts of Chicago, making his restaurant a beloved meeting place that brought people joy and connection through food. Eli made sure that everyone was welcome, whether they could afford their meal or not. He hung a sign in the window which read "If you're hungry and have no money, we will feed you for free", reinforcing his belief that "charity will never bust you."  Forty years and a few restaurants later, Eli declared cheesecake to be the signature dessert at his iconic Chicago steakhouse, Eli's the Place for Steak. It was there that he dreamed up "Chicago-Style" cheesecake, known for its beautiful caramelization, rich and creamy texture and all-butter shortbread cookie crust. We're proud to carry on Eli's legacy of great food, giving back to the community, caring for people and hiring refugees and individuals with disabilities, at our third-generation family business on Chicago's Northwest Side. Please join us in celebrating the one and only Eli, on January 22nd, Founder’s Day. Learn more about our Restaurant Roots here: https://lnkd.in/gFgefcGG

ICYMI, just a week ago, IDDBA's What's in Store Live team gathered in New Orleans to prepare for #IDDBA2025! Check out this peek behind the curtain for the event. Want more behind-the-scenes images? Head to IDDBA's new Instagram page - you can follow us there @iddba for fun images and photos, quicker takes, and to scratch your IDDBA community itch! We'll see you there! instagram.com/iddba #Community #CultivatingCommunity #Dairy #Deli #Bakery #Grocery #Supermarket #CStore #Convenience #FoodService

📊 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀! Food manufacturers and distributors are facing rising costs, tighter margins and the threat of tariffs—how can you stay profitable? Join us for this webinar hosted by IDDBA where we’ll discuss: 🔸 Pricing Fundamentals: analytics to take back control over your pricing 🔸 How to make pricing decisions with data 🔸 How to start your pricing journey...it's easier than you think! 🗓 Date: March 4th, 2025 🕙 Time: 11am CT / 12pm ET 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gcD_s3rH Let’s cook up a winning pricing strategy together! #Pricing #PricingAnalytics #PricingStrategy #Foodservice

Today, we had the pleasure of hosting our partner, Albertsons, for a plant tour of our Philadelphia Manufacturing Facility! At Dietz & Watson, food safety isn’t just a priority—it’s the foundation for everything we do. From sourcing our ingredients to servicing our customers, every step of our process is designed to deliver safe, high-quality meats and cheeses, from our family to yours. Since 1939, we’ve upheld a commitment to quality, safety, and transparency in our unwavering pursuit of always doing things The Right Way. Visit our website to learn more about our best-in-class food safety practices: https://lnkd.in/enApRXAK #DietzAndWatson #TheRightWay #FoodSafety #Transparency

As January comes to a close, let's check in with Michele Tietyen, IDDBA's Industry Relations and Education Coordinator, for the latest update on the upcoming events in the IDDBA Webinar Series: January 28: Top 10 Food Safety Mistakes in Bakery (Stacey Brown, PCQI and HACCP Certified, ASI Food Safety) January 29: Grazing for Soil Health (Steve Swaffar, Noble Research Institute) January 30: Mastering Distributor Deductions: From Victim to Victor! (Luke Abbott, Vdriven Consulting) January 30, 1 PM: IDDBA FlavorConnect: Seasonal Flavor Trends- From Traditional to Emerging Taste Sensations! (Lisa Jackson, FlavorSum) See the full list of upcoming webinars here, and remember, IDDBA members also have access to the full archive of IDDBA Webinar Series events: https://lnkd.in/gKYxnn3U #Technology #EmbracingTechnology #MembershipMatters #Dairy #Deli #Bakery #Grocery #Supermarket #FoodService