Cookware & Bakeware Alliance Meeting Set

The Cookware & Bakeware Alliance will hold its 101st Annual Spring Member Meeting from April 26-28 in Providence, R.I.

Founded in 1922, the CBA is dedicated to protecting U.S. consumers and has been providing meaningful information and solutions to the industry for over 100 years. The 2023 April meeting will mark another significant milestone in the organization’s history, and members will have the opportunity to participate in person or virtually.

The event will feature a keynote speaker, Dyfed “Fred” Richards, founder of The Hive Principle, who will take attendees on a journey into human-based design through the lens of brand-specific and category histories. Richards will also explore semiotic design codes that inspire our daily lives, the pitfalls of the design industry and best-in-class brand examples.

The presentation promises to be both fun and engaging, with Richards providing tips, tricks and world-class design principles that will inspire designers to take brands and businesses into a positive future. Attendees can expect a fast-paced and often humorous experience, with exciting audience participation exercises.

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in sessions with the Engineering Standards Committee. These sessions will provide valuable insights into the latest industry standards and practices. Additionally, the meeting will feature updates on PFAS and sustainability, which are crucial topics in the cookware and bakeware industry.

Members will also have the chance to connect with each other during the “Meet the Members” segments throughout the event. These segments create a relaxed and collaborative environment where members can exchange ideas and share their experiences.

The CBA is excited to welcome members to this milestone event in Providence and looks forward to providing meaningful insights and solutions to the cookware and bakeware industry. If members are unable to meet in person, their ticket purchase includes virtual access.

Companies that are interested in becoming a member of CBA can purchase a virtual ticket to the event. By doing so, they will have the opportunity to network with other companies in the same industry, learn about the latest trends and innovations, and gain insights from industry experts.

Joining CBA as a member also provides companies with access to exclusive resources and benefits, such as research reports, webinars, and training programs. Becoming a member of CBA is a great way for companies to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in their industry and to connect with like-minded professionals who share their passion for innovation and growth.

For more information on the 101st Annual Spring Member Meeting, please visit the CBA website.

The CBA is a not-for-profit trade association owned by its membership: manufacturers of cookware and bakeware with substantial operations and headquarters in the United States. The CBA’s mission is to inform and promote the industry to its members, its customers, and the general public.

At the core of fulfilling its mission, the CBA Engineering Standards for Cookware & Bakeware are the result of extraordinary voluntary collaboration among member companies in the US and Canada. The standards exist to promote the welfare of the cookware and bakeware industry and improve its service to the public. The Standards are continually updated to reflect changes in materials and technology.

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