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Thank you for attending the 55th Annual CASBA Convention

Sea Island GA- The 55th annual convention of the Cookie and Snack Bakers Association (CASBA) was held at the Cloister at Sea Island from September 22nd -24th. The keynote address was provided by former US Navy SEAL Stephen Drum, teaching aspects of leadership and decision making under pressure.

The event provided ample opportunities for networking and learning. Even sports activities provided a chance for attendees to give back to the industry, raising money for the CASBA Kit Murphy Scholarship Fund. The Fund was able to distribute over $20,000 this year to employee’s children of member companies.

Another highlight of the event was the awarding of the Person of the Year to Kevin Boyle, CEO of Schulze & Burch Biscuit Company. “Kevin has provided so many years of dedicated service to our industry and is very deserving of this esteemed honor,” said Mike Kriegermeier, President of CASBA.

The event also marks a time of transition for the organization. For the first time in the 55-year history of CASBA, a woman was elected as its incoming President. Felicia Quigg from Richmond Baking and More Than A Bakery took the reins of the organization for a two-year term. “I love CASBA and have made deep and long-lasting relationships through this organization. Our family business has become stronger and benefited from collaboration with other bakeries and their owners at CASBA. I am proud to serve CASBA as its President and honored by the fact that I’m the first woman to do so,” Felicia said.

Contact information for further questions:
Felicia Quigg: feliciaq@richmondbaking.com
Mike Kriegermeier, American Engraving: mike@aecdierolls.com