The Cookware & Bakeware Alliance to Host 102nd Annual Fall Member Meeting in Chicago

The Cookware & Bakeware Alliance (CBA) is excited to announce the 102nd Annual Fall Member Meeting, to be held in Chicago, Illinois, from September 25-26, 2024. This year's event, themed "Committees In Action," will be a hybrid gathering, allowing members to participate both in-person or virtually.

The Fall Member Meeting presents a unique opportunity for CBA members to engage with peers, influence the future of the Alliance, and collaborate on important industry initiatives. The event will feature a series of board and committee meetings, networking opportunities, and informative presentations on industry trends and legislative updates.

Key Highlights of the Event:

• Committee Meetings: Members can participate in committee meetings based on the four pillars of the Alliance: Engineering, Engagement, Education, and Expertise. These meetings are crucial for creating action plans that guide the Alliance's work.
• Networking Opportunities: The event will include a cocktail hour and dinner reception, providing ample opportunities for members to connect with industry peers.
• Informative Presentations: Attendees will gain valuable insights from presentations on market trends, consumer behavior, and future industry developments.

Highlights include:

• CBA President Mike Otterman will kick off the meeting with market insights and Alliance member messages.
• The PPG Color of the Year: Vanessa Peterson, trend forecaster and global color styling lead for PPG, will present on 2025+ color and design trends. Vanessa will guide attendees through the future of aesthetics, highlighting key colors, materials, and styles set to shape the industry. Attendees will gain insights into cultural and technological influences driving trends, equipping them with knowledge to stay ahead in the dynamic world of design.
• Euromonitor International: They will review the US cookware and bakeware industries in 2024 and forecast their development over the next five years. They will highlight main trends and disruptors for consumers, including the growing influence of wellness in this ever-changing space. Attendees will gain a broader perspective on consumer behavior and industry development.
• Tom Lee of BCLP: He will present the newest legislation updates affecting the cookware and bakeware industry.

Only CBA members can participate in the committees and the fall Committees in Action meeting. To gain insider access to CBA member benefits, manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers of cookware and bakeware are encouraged to apply for membership.

Prospective members can easily apply for membership by following these steps:

1. Submit an application (click here for the application).
2. The application will undergo a vetting process.
3. Once qualified, members gain access to all CBA benefits.

As the CBA continues to drive innovation and uphold standards within the cookware and bakeware industry, its efforts in fostering collaboration among members and addressing critical issues remain pivotal. The upcoming fall meeting in Chicago promises to build on these initiatives, further solidifying the CBA's role as a leading authority in the industry, ensuring the collective advancement of the industry towards a more sustainable and compliant future.

About The Cookware & Bakeware Alliance (CBA)

The Cookware and Bakeware Alliance is a vital housewares trade association, delivering critical industry resources as a voice of authority and influence uniting the industry by setting engineering standards for product and consumer safety.

The CBA is recognized as a leader in developing and communicating product safety standards and innovative solutions for the cooking and baking industry.

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