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‘Be prepared:’ Jackson County officers gifted mass-casualty trauma kits to help save lives

‘Be prepared:’ Jackson County officers gifted mass-casualty trauma kits to help save lives

JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Public safety officers keeping residents of Blackman and Leoni townships safe have some new tools to aid them in the worst situation possible — a mass-casualty incident.
17 February 2023
Dawn Foods Promotes Becky Loveland to Vice President of Strategy & Business Planning, Appoints Elena Taylor as Vice President of National Accounts

Dawn Foods Promotes Becky Loveland to Vice President of Strategy & Business Planning, Appoints Elena Taylor as Vice President of National Accounts

Dawn Foods Promotes Becky Loveland to Vice President of Strategy & Business Planning, Appoints Elena Taylor as Vice President of National Accounts
15 February 2023
Dawn Digital Innovation Hub Named Built In Best Place to Work

Dawn Digital Innovation Hub Named Built In Best Place to Work

Dawn's Digital Innovation Hub was honored in Built In's 2023 Best Places To Work Awards.
31 January 2023
DAWN FOODS ANNOUNCES THREE-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH NONPROFIT FOR GOODNESS CAKES, BRINGING JOY TO KIDS ACROSS THE U.S.

DAWN FOODS ANNOUNCES THREE-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH NONPROFIT FOR GOODNESS CAKES, BRINGING JOY TO KIDS ACROSS THE U.S.

Dawn becomes For Goodness Cakes' first corporate partner
18 January 2023
Dawn Foods Completes Sale of Frozen Manufacturing Business in Europe & AMEAP to Europastry

Dawn Foods Completes Sale of Frozen Manufacturing Business in Europe & AMEAP to Europastry

AMSTELVEEN, The Netherlands, (December 13, 2022) Global bakery manufacturer and distributor Dawn Foods today announced the sale of its frozen bakery manufacturing business in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific (AMEAP), to Europastry.
13 December 2022
Dawn Foods Names Ahmet Hepdogan as Vice President of Procurement, North America, and Promotes Josh Bruketta to Vice President, People, North America

Dawn Foods Names Ahmet Hepdogan as Vice President of Procurement, North America, and Promotes Josh Bruketta to Vice President, People, North America

JACKSON, Mich., (November 16, 2022) Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients distributor Dawn Foods today announced two additions to its North America leadership team. Ahmet Hepdogan joins the company as Vice President of Procurement in North America and Josh Bruketta has been promoted to Vice President of People, North America.
16 November 2022
Dawn Foods Names Jennifer Cloherty as Chief Financial Officer and Announces Expanded Role for Chief Digital Officer Bob Howland

Dawn Foods Names Jennifer Cloherty as Chief Financial Officer and Announces Expanded Role for Chief Digital Officer Bob Howland

JACKSON, Mich., (October 11, 2022) Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients distributor Dawn Foods today announced changes to its executive leadership team.
11 October 2022
IBIE, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery announce 2022 BEST in Baking top honors & qualifying companies

IBIE, Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery announce 2022 BEST in Baking top honors & qualifying companies

Dawn Foods Receives Top Honors in 2022's BEST in Baking Program in the category of Workforce Development for our Women's Leadership Development Program!
16 September 2022
Crain's Detroit Business 40 under 40

Crain's Detroit Business 40 under 40

Felisa Stockwell named Crain's Detroit Business 40 under 40
15 September 2022
Linkage Announces Women in Leadership Executive Impact Award Recipients for 2022

Linkage Announces Women in Leadership Executive Impact Award Recipients for 2022

5 Exceptional Champions for the Advancement of Women
09 September 2022
APEX Award Winners

APEX Award Winners

Dawn Foods wins Apex Award in Publication Excellence, Campaigns, Programs & Plan Employee & Benefit Communications category.
01 September 2022
Why Dawn Foods got personal with its DEI campaign

Why Dawn Foods got personal with its DEI campaign

Dawn Foods wins Crain's Detroit Business award for Diversity & Inclusion
06 July 2022
Dawn Foods Promotes Felisa Stockwell to Vice President, Global People and Culture

Dawn Foods Promotes Felisa Stockwell to Vice President, Global People and Culture

Stockwell leads Dawn’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, globally
22 June 2022
Dawn Foods Names Melissa Bautista as Vice President of Manufacturing, North America; Promotes Emily Gittins to Vice President, Global Corporate Controller

Dawn Foods Names Melissa Bautista as Vice President of Manufacturing, North America; Promotes Emily Gittins to Vice President, Global Corporate Controller

Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients leader Dawn Foods today announced the hiring of Melissa Bautista as the company’s new vice president of manufacturing for North America and the promotion of Emily Gittins to vice president, global corporate controller.
24 May 2022
Bringing Your Full Self to Work

Bringing Your Full Self to Work

This week we continue the Connex Executive Insights Series, produced in collaboration with Connex Partners, an invitation-only executive network that brings industry leaders together from the worlds of HR and Healthcare.
03 May 2022
This leadership development program is uplifting women in baking

This leadership development program is uplifting women in baking

JACKSON, MI — Dawn Foods, a global leader in bakery ingredients, manufacturing and distribution, has unveiled a new leadership program to empower the women in its professional network to grow, feel supported and find community.
14 April 2022
Technology helps bakers cope with labor challenges

Technology helps bakers cope with labor challenges

With a serious labor shortage gripping the retail bakery industry, bakery equipment and new technologies have become more important than ever to sustain growth and profitability in a challenging environment.
14 April 2022
Gearing up for National Donut Day

Gearing up for National Donut Day

With National Donut Day approaching on June 3 (it’s always the first Friday in June), now is the perfect time to start planning those donut promotions.
14 April 2022
The great wedding rush of 2022

The great wedding rush of 2022

2021 saw a major increase in weddings in America as vaccines rolled out and mandates were reduced. According to leading wedding resource The Knot, 2022 is set to host the most weddings in recent history, 2.6 million
14 April 2022
Supporting Women in Leadership in 2022

Supporting Women in Leadership in 2022

This week, we met with Jason Lioy from Dawn Foods, to discuss the importance of supporting women in leadership and building an inclusive workplace and team culture.
30 March 2022
Dawn Foods Names Adam Pawlick Vice President of Research & Development, North America

Dawn Foods Names Adam Pawlick Vice President of Research & Development, North America

With nearly 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, Pawlick will oversee innovation, and research and development to bring new products and ideas to Dawn customers
16 March 2022
Making the most of the Madness of March

Making the most of the Madness of March

With people gathering throughout March (and early April) to watch and celebrate the NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments, bakeries have the opportunity to grow their sales.
14 March 2022
March Madness comes to the bakery

March Madness comes to the bakery

With people gathering throughout March (and early April) to watch and celebrate the NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments, bakeries have the opportunity to grow their sales.
14 March 2022
DAWN FOODS OPENS MEXICO CITY INNOVATION STUDIO TO BOLSTER CUSTOMER COLLABORATION

DAWN FOODS OPENS MEXICO CITY INNOVATION STUDIO TO BOLSTER CUSTOMER COLLABORATION

Dawn Foods opens Mexico City Innovation Studio to bolster customer collaboration.
24 February 2022
DAWN FOODS NAMES ARDENT MILLS AND COCO BAKERY VENDORS OF THE YEAR

DAWN FOODS NAMES ARDENT MILLS AND COCO BAKERY VENDORS OF THE YEAR

DAWN FOODS NAMES ARDENT MILLS AND COCO BAKERY VENDORS OF THE YEAR
22 February 2022
Pull-me-up glitter cakes for Valentine’s Day and beyond

Pull-me-up glitter cakes for Valentine’s Day and beyond

Executive chef Melissa Trimmer of Dawn Foods shares thoughts on one of the hottest trends emerging in the decorated cake sector with innovative tips on how to prepare “pull-me-up” glitter cakes – just in time for Valentine’s Day and beyond.
14 February 2022
Michelle Vickers recognized as one of the Top 100 Women in Business.

Michelle Vickers recognized as one of the Top 100 Women in Business.

Michelle Vickers recognized as one of the Top 100 Women in Business.
11 February 2022
Deli grab and go, from A to Z

Deli grab and go, from A to Z

A – Alternative Sizes: No longer does one size fit all. Consumers are shopping both online and instore and trips made to the store may be for an individual meal, snack or a stock-up to feed a family of 1-2 or 3 or more.
09 February 2022
Q&A with Dawn Foods: Experiential desserts for Valentine's Day

Q&A with Dawn Foods: Experiential desserts for Valentine's Day

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Melissa Trimmer, CEPC, Dawn Foods, about experiential desserts for Valentine's Day as well as some upcoming trends for this year's holiday.
09 February 2022
Instore bakery packaging: food safety 101

Instore bakery packaging: food safety 101

Grocery store bakeries serve as a popular option for convenient, fresh, and ready-to-eat items that can be purchased as a part of a one-stop shopping experience.
03 February 2022
‘MAKE YOURSELF INDISPENSABLE’ – EXECUTIVE CHEF MELISSA TRIMMER SHARES TIPS FOR ASPIRING CHEFS

‘MAKE YOURSELF INDISPENSABLE’ – EXECUTIVE CHEF MELISSA TRIMMER SHARES TIPS FOR ASPIRING CHEFS

Listen as we chat with Melissa about her journey as an executive pastry chef, advice for building a fulfilling career, diversity, and the many ways she supports women in the kitchen.
06 January 2022
100 BEST PLACES TO WORK IN BOSTON 2022

100 BEST PLACES TO WORK IN BOSTON 2022

100 BEST PLACES TO WORK IN BOSTON 2022
06 January 2022
How to Expand your Profile

How to Expand your Profile

There's never a better time to expand your bakery's profile than during the all-important winter holiday season, when some bakeries achieve more than half of their annual sales.
16 December 2021
Donuts and hand-held treats: flavor meets convenience

Donuts and hand-held treats: flavor meets convenience

There’s nothing like a donut special to drive consumers to the supermarket bakery. One of the best ways to begin is to drive demand with online marketing.
15 December 2021
Meeting consumer needs in the instore bakery

Meeting consumer needs in the instore bakery

The last two years have created some very big questions for consumers and businesses alike. Plans that once worked must now be reassessed to navigate staffing issues and the ebb and flow of consumer wants and needs.
08 December 2021
Fruits provide opportunities for bakeries

Fruits provide opportunities for bakeries

Opportunity is ripe for adding fruit to formulations. Consumers already find many fruit flavors appealing, and they view fruit as having a health halo, too.
08 December 2021
Reasons for picking fruit add up for bakeries

Reasons for picking fruit add up for bakeries

KANSAS CITY — Opportunity is ripe for adding fruit to formulations. Consumers already find many fruit flavors appealing, and they view fruit as having a health halo, too. Extending the shelf life in baked foods is yet another reason to choose fruit ingredients. Options to consider include coconut complementing a chocolate cake, berries adding anthocyanins to cereal or prune purees extending shelf life in bars.
08 December 2021
Investing in the Future of Food: Dessert boards rise as top trend with ‘unlimited marketing potential’

Investing in the Future of Food: Dessert boards rise as top trend with ‘unlimited marketing potential’

With the holiday season in full swing, Americans who are looking for safe ways to celebrate with friends and family increasingly are turning to dessert boards
08 December 2021
Thank You to Our Customers

Thank You to Our Customers

This holiday season, as we continue to navigate through the many challenges facing the entire food industry, we want to thank our customers—we appreciate the trust you put into Dawn every day, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership.
22 November 2021
SLIDESHOW: 2022 Flavor Trends

SLIDESHOW: 2022 Flavor Trends

Dawn Foods recently released its latest Flavor Trends report, detailing what will be popular in 2022. These six flavor trends were identified from research, culinary and category insights collected in 2021.
19 November 2021
The gift that gives to everyone

The gift that gives to everyone

Holiday kits drive growth for bakeries while making the season memorable for consumers
19 November 2021
Using comfort foods to trigger nostalgia

Using comfort foods to trigger nostalgia

Cookies, pies, cakes and other comfort foods may trigger nostalgic thoughts in the minds of consumers. The products’ ingredients, like chocolate and honey, may stir memories as well.
19 November 2021
Dawn offers tips, tools for upcoming Hispanic holidays

Dawn offers tips, tools for upcoming Hispanic holidays

With two major Hispanic holidays – Día de los Muertos on Nov. 1-2 and the festival of the Epiphany (Rosca de Reyes) on Jan. 6 – arriving, now is a great time for a primer on Hispanic traditions and how to treat everyone with festive and fresh bakery creations.
05 November 2021
Going big with Halloween cakes

Going big with Halloween cakes

According to a new consumer survey by Hershey, Americans across age groups are more excited for Halloween this year.
18 October 2021
Rising Stars of Safety, Class of 2021

Rising Stars of Safety, Class of 2021

Scott and the safety team came to realize they had an opportunity to embed safety across the entire business.
11 October 2021
TALKING LEADERSHIP WITH DAWN FOODS’ CEO

TALKING LEADERSHIP WITH DAWN FOODS’ CEO

Passion for the baking industry came early to Carrie Jones-Barber, the CEO of Dawn Foods, who is featured in the latest Bake to the Future Podcast from the American Bakers Association (ABA).
07 October 2021
Q&A with Dawn Foods: Charcuterie dessert trends

Q&A with Dawn Foods: Charcuterie dessert trends

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to speak to Melissa Trimmer, corporate executive chef at Dawn Foods, Jackson, MI, about the dessert charcuterie trend, which is gaining momentum.
04 October 2021
What Does It Take to Be a Full-Stack Developer?

What Does It Take to Be a Full-Stack Developer?

Engineering leaders from 3 Boston companies share what skills are crucial in today’s engineering world.
30 September 2021
Gluten-free shows staying power in grocery bakery

Gluten-free shows staying power in grocery bakery

KANSAS CITY — The ever-widening better-for-you category continues to attract consumers looking to make healthier lifestyle choices through free-from foods.
27 September 2021
How Dawn Foods is delivering on both a frontline and remote EX

How Dawn Foods is delivering on both a frontline and remote EX

CPO Jason Lioy says leaders need to understand employees' diverse needs to provide the EX they deserve.
23 September 2021
DAWN FOODS PROMOTES MICHELLE VICKERS TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL LABOR, EMPLOYMENT, DIVERSITY, AND COMPLIANCE

DAWN FOODS PROMOTES MICHELLE VICKERS TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL LABOR, EMPLOYMENT, DIVERSITY, AND COMPLIANCE

JACKSON, MICH. (September 14, 2021) – Dawn Foods, a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution, today announced the promotion of Michelle Vickers to Senior Vice President, Global Labor, Employment, Diversity and Compliance.
14 September 2021
Innovation in doughnut textures and fillings

Innovation in doughnut textures and fillings

The latest developments in the doughnut category showcase how the market trends influence the fillings, texture and ingredients used to create advancements in this popular bakery snack.
31 August 2021
CEO CARRIE JONES-BARBER NAMED A POWERED BY WOMEN AWARD RECIPIENT BY DBUSINESS MAGAZINE

CEO CARRIE JONES-BARBER NAMED A POWERED BY WOMEN AWARD RECIPIENT BY DBUSINESS MAGAZINE

Each year DBusiness Magazine, Detroit, Michigan’s premier business journal, recognizes female leaders in southeast Michigan who are driving growth and opportunities for and within their organizations.
09 August 2021
Top category trends in cookies

Top category trends in cookies

KANSAS CITY — After a brief pandemic-related dip, perimeter cookies are on the rebound with indulgent and better-for-you formulations ready to take the category to new heights.
05 August 2021
Dawn Foods chief digital officer discusses company's innovative online ordering system

Dawn Foods chief digital officer discusses company's innovative online ordering system

Bob Howland, chief digital officer for Dawn Foods, has witnessed valuable updates and innovations over the past year since Dawn Foods launched its 24/7 online ordering system that allows bakers to add items to their online cart and place orders whenever it is most convenient.
02 August 2021
Dawn Foods E-Commerce Site Meets Bakery Demands; Bob Howland Shares

Dawn Foods E-Commerce Site Meets Bakery Demands; Bob Howland Shares

The bakery brand meets heightened demand as it streamlines the supply chain and bolsters its proprietary platform
29 July 2021
State of the Industry 2021: Sweet goods serve up comfort in a chaotic year

State of the Industry 2021: Sweet goods serve up comfort in a chaotic year

Consumers still prize sweet goods as a form of comfort food during the pandemic.
20 July 2021
Cakes: Five ways to recapture customers

Cakes: Five ways to recapture customers

Category Revitalization: Synonymous with celebration and gatherings, cakes are poised for a great year with the long-anticipated return to in-person gatherings and celebrations.
19 July 2021
Creating A Culture Of Leadership Accessibility

Creating A Culture Of Leadership Accessibility

How does your organization create an environment where people can thrive? It’s a question that I think about every day in my role at Dawn Foods.
16 July 2021
DAWN FOODS ACQUIRES ICOPA DISTRIBUTION

DAWN FOODS ACQUIRES ICOPA DISTRIBUTION

The acquisition of Icopa’s three distribution centers, including one located directly next to Dawn’s ingredient manufacturing plant in Palmela, strengthens the company’s presence in Portugal and expands Dawn’s distribution capabilities in Europe.l
06 July 2021
CARRIE JONES-BARBER NAMED A WOMEN LEADERSHIP IN THE WORKPLACE HONOREE BY MICHBUSINESS

CARRIE JONES-BARBER NAMED A WOMEN LEADERSHIP IN THE WORKPLACE HONOREE BY MICHBUSINESS

Dawn Foods CEO, Carrie Jones-Barber, was recently recognized by MichBusiness as a 2021 Women Leadership in the Workplaces honoree.
30 June 2021
LORNA DONATONE JOINS DAWN FOODS’ BOARD OF DIRECTORS

LORNA DONATONE JOINS DAWN FOODS’ BOARD OF DIRECTORS

JACKSON, Mich. (June 16, 2021) – Dawn Foods, a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution, today announced the appointment of Lorna Donatone to its Board of Directors.
15 June 2021
Tricks of the trade for the vegan lifestyle

Tricks of the trade for the vegan lifestyle

There are some best practices when formulating all animal byproducts right out of a bakery product. Slow and steady is the guiding principle.
06 May 2021
HOW 23 TOP TECH DISRUPTORS MAINTAIN THE MAGIC

HOW 23 TOP TECH DISRUPTORS MAINTAIN THE MAGIC

Your early success defines you as a tech disruptor, but how you double down cements your place in the industry.
05 May 2021
Jason Lioy, Dawn Chief People Officer, Presents at Quartz Network HR Leadership Summit

Jason Lioy, Dawn Chief People Officer, Presents at Quartz Network HR Leadership Summit

Our Chief People Officer, Jason Lioy, recently presented at the Quartz Network HR Leadership Summit.
29 April 2021
Working in Tech - Dawn Foods

Working in Tech - Dawn Foods

Dawn’s goal: to inspire bakery success every day. Boston is the home to its new Digital Innovation Hub, which is leading the efforts and developing digital solutions for Dawn’s bakery customers.
13 April 2021
Dawn Foods CEO Carrie Jones-Barber discusses the role of women in the baking industry

Dawn Foods CEO Carrie Jones-Barber discusses the role of women in the baking industry

March is Women's History Month and that has special significance for baking industry supplier Dawn Foods. The company’s chief executive officer, Carrie Jones-Barber, started as a sales rep for Dawn, where she was the only female sales rep in her market.
08 April 2021
Leveraging online tools for your bakery

Leveraging online tools for your bakery

For retail bakeries moving forward, leveraging online tools is imperative for growth ahead.
08 April 2021
KPMG & Dawn Foods Case Study

KPMG & Dawn Foods Case Study

When we initiated our digital transformation journey, we looked for a reliable partner to provide guidance and support us in this global and enterprise-wide journey.
07 April 2021
Dawn Foods Announces the Acquisition of JABEX

Dawn Foods Announces the Acquisition of JABEX

Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients supplier Dawn Foods today announced the acquisition of JABEX, a family-owned manufacturer specializing in high-quality fruit-based products for the bakery industry, headquartered in Bielsko-Biala, Poland.
31 March 2021
SLIDESHOW: Sourdough Donut Ideas

SLIDESHOW: Sourdough Donut Ideas

Earlier this year, Dawn Foods celebrated the one-year anniversary of the introduction of its sourdough donut mix.
19 March 2021
Response strategies to COVID's impact on the industry

Response strategies to COVID's impact on the industry

One key piece to keeping customers coming back and to attracting new ones is to stay on top of the trends that are shaping their tastes and choices.
19 March 2021
Innovative ideas for cakes this spring

Innovative ideas for cakes this spring

It is no secret that 2020 completely upended how the world thinks about celebrations, which greatly impacted the cake sector. For example, according to a Dawn Proprietary study in 2020, 65% of artisanal bakers offered individually wrapped items to meet consumer demand.
17 March 2021
A Day in the Life of 2 Boston Systems Engineers

A Day in the Life of 2 Boston Systems Engineers

Automate processes. Code in a variety of languages. Troubleshoot authentication mechanisms. Optimize SaaS applications. According to two Boston engineering professionals, these are just some of the tasks systems engineers tackle on a daily basis.
17 March 2021
Women of Dawn | International Women's Day

Women of Dawn | International Women's Day

In honor of International Women’s Day, we asked a group of women from around the world of Dawn to share their experiences, the challenges they’ve overcome as women in the workforce, and the advice they have for others.
05 March 2021
Black History Month Profile: Alexander P. Ashbourne

Black History Month Profile: Alexander P. Ashbourne

Alexander P. Ashbourne was a nineteenth century innovator who brought the spring-loaded biscuit cutter and revolutionized the process to refine and treat coconut oil.
25 February 2021
Mini-sized: The many reasons why small is good

Mini-sized: The many reasons why small is good

KANSAS CITY - In the $46 billion bakery category, snacking continues to gain momentum. With snacking on the rise among all consumers and nearly 60% of Gen Z and Millennials professing the inability to get through the day without a snack, mini sizes are finding favor before, during and after meals, as well as for dessert.
25 February 2021
SLIDESHOW: Innovation in Cakes for 2021

SLIDESHOW: Innovation in Cakes for 2021

It is no secret that 2020 completely upended how the world thinks about celebrations, which greatly impacted the cake sector. For example, according to a Dawn Proprietary study in 2020, 65% of artisanal bakers offered individually wrapped items to meet consumer demand.
25 February 2021
Black History Month Profile: Cleora Butler

Black History Month Profile: Cleora Butler

A caterer and an author of the cookbook, ''Cleora`s Kitchens: The Memoir of a Cook and Eight Decades of Great American Food,” Cleora Butler is a Texas native who established roots in Oklahoma where she cooked for the elite.
22 February 2021
Black History Month Profile: Auzerais Bellamy

Black History Month Profile: Auzerais Bellamy

Known for baking the perfect blondie, Auzerais Bellamy is a professional pastry chef and the founder of Blondery, a direct-to-consumer virtual bakery.
22 February 2021
How Dawn Foods revamped its eCommerce site using digital transformation

How Dawn Foods revamped its eCommerce site using digital transformation

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Gireesh Sahukar, vice president of digital, Dawn Foods, Jackson, MI, about Dawn's new eCommerce site.
22 February 2021
Black History Month Profile: Wally Amos

Black History Month Profile: Wally Amos

A man gifted with the ability to view the world with optimism, Wallace “Wally” Amos, Jr. is the smiling entrepreneur behind Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookies.
15 February 2021
Black History Month Profile: Frederick McKinley Jones

Black History Month Profile: Frederick McKinley Jones

A pioneering inventor, Frederick McKinley Jones is best known for portable refrigeration devices. Although he did not attend high school, he was self-educated and had a knack for both machines and mechanical devices.
11 February 2021
Enhancing your bakery's website

Enhancing your bakery's website

Retail bakeries need to know certain strategies and tactics when implementing updates to enhance their website and online presence, particularly in our current digital age.
11 February 2021
Black History Month Profile: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Black History Month Profile: Jocelyn Delk Adams

A woman of many titles, Jocelyn Delk Adams is both the founder and brand ambassador of the blog, Grandbaby Cakes. She is a blogger, an author, and a national television personality who has appeared on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, Dr. Oz, The Rachael Ray Show, and more.
08 February 2021
Black History Month Profile: Joseph Lee

Black History Month Profile: Joseph Lee

Joseph Lee was born in 1849 in Boston Massachusetts. He was the son of slaves and from childhood, his world revolved around the food industry spending most of his time in a bakery. After 11 years of service in the U.S Coast Survey, Lee opened his own business, a successful hotel and restaurant.
01 February 2021
Letter to Our Customers

Letter to Our Customers

This communication is meant to update you with further information on our coronavirus (COVID-19) response.
24 January 2021
Going gluten-free with sinfully indulgent ingredients

Going gluten-free with sinfully indulgent ingredients

As a dietician, Pam Cureton wouldn’t recommend a gluten-free diet for people who want to lose weight because many products contain high levels of refined rice or another alternative flour and starches as well as a low amount of fiber.
14 January 2021
Adaptability and versatility make brownies a go-to favorite

Adaptability and versatility make brownies a go-to favorite

KANSAS CITY - Using the most basic of ingredients and some simple addition or subtraction, bakers can create brownies that are light and cake-like, dense and fudgy, or enhanced with inclusions and toppings.
05 January 2021
Fruity and functional top flavor trends for 2021

Fruity and functional top flavor trends for 2021

Flavors may fit into the plans of those who seek functional health benefits like immunity because of COVID-19. Nostalgic flavors also are a source of comfort during the pandemic. Flavors based on fruits and vegetables may target both the health and comfort categories.
05 January 2021
Michelle Vickers Named to Minerva Education and Development Foundation Board

Michelle Vickers Named to Minerva Education and Development Foundation Board

Michelle Vickers, Vice President for Human Resources – Global Functions, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for the Minerva Education and Development Foundation (MEDF), effective January 7, 2021.
17 December 2020
Boosting your business through social media

Boosting your business through social media

Social media is one of the most effective marketing tools at your bakery’s disposal. Not only are you able to promote your business for free (or cheap, if choosing to do paid promotions), but it also allows you to easily let your customers know the products, deals and special offerings you provide.
16 December 2020
Education takes center stage in the baking industry

Education takes center stage in the baking industry

The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up almost everything in the food industry, and it’s important to look down the road at what’s ahead.
15 December 2020
Displays 101: In this turbulent time, there are important lessons for bakery to follow

Displays 101: In this turbulent time, there are important lessons for bakery to follow

KANSAS CITY - The instore bakery department has “yet to return to normal,” said Todd Hale, principal at Cincinnati-based Todd Hale LLC, noting this part of the business has underperformed during the crisis. This department can make progress through new spins on popular pre-COVID-19 trends, he added.
15 December 2020
These Are the Tech Trends Boston Tech Is Betting on in 2021

These Are the Tech Trends Boston Tech Is Betting on in 2021

No tech company has been successful simply based on its ability to spot trends. Yes, recognizing trends early is important, but being first means little if leaders aren’t also able to analyze a trend and forecast its potential impact on their company and industry.
14 December 2020
When sugar is reduced in baked goods, flavor challenges arise

When sugar is reduced in baked goods, flavor challenges arise

Sugar reduction in baked goods, especially those with other better-for-you ingredients and claims, can be a tricky puzzle to solve.
04 December 2020
Dawn Foods whips up a commerce recipe for going digital

Dawn Foods whips up a commerce recipe for going digital

When Dawn Foods baked up a new plan to lure offline customers to the benefits of ecommerce, it deployed a “composable” and agile platform designed to meet their specific purchasing needs.
03 December 2020
Carrie Jones-Barber | Society of Bakery Women

Carrie Jones-Barber | Society of Bakery Women

We are passionate about our work to take great care of our customers, because through you we give people the opportunity to celebrate and keep the joys of life alive, creating life’s sweet moments.
01 December 2020
Dawn offers tips, tools for Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond

Dawn offers tips, tools for Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond

One of the smartest and simplest ways to elevate your case is to focus on glazes, inclusions, and icings, according to Dawn Foods.
30 October 2020
Elevate your bakery case with glazes, inclusions and icings

Elevate your bakery case with glazes, inclusions and icings

One of the smartest and simplest ways to elevate your case is to focus on glazes, inclusions, and icings, according to Dawn Foods.
26 October 2020
Ready-to-sell donuts: convenience rules during this challenging time

Ready-to-sell donuts: convenience rules during this challenging time

KANSAS CITY - The idea for individually wrapped donuts came about thanks to the Baker Boy team doing some good old-fashioned customer outreach.
26 October 2020
When COVID-19 hit, Dawn Food Products launched a digital channel

When COVID-19 hit, Dawn Food Products launched a digital channel

Building and launching an ecommerce platform from scratch is tough; performing that feat in the midst of a global pandemic is a lot tougher. But that’s the challenge Dawn Food Products faced and successfully met, CEO Carrie Jones-Barber said during B2B Next 2020 this week.
16 October 2020
Chief Digital Officer for Dawn Foods Global is joining the MACH Alliance

Chief Digital Officer for Dawn Foods Global is joining the MACH Alliance

We’re proud to announce that Bob Howland, Chief Digital Officer for Dawn Foods Global is joining the MACH Alliance as its newest Advisory Board member.
16 October 2020
More complexities ahead for product developers and bakers alike

More complexities ahead for product developers and bakers alike

The well-known quote about having your cake and eating it too could aptly apply to trends across the bakery industry. Sweet, indulgent and comforting, bakery goods remain immensely appealing, but there are changes afoot across the category.
08 October 2020
Donuts and beer pairings are the biggest food trend that you need to try

Donuts and beer pairings are the biggest food trend that you need to try

It isn’t just Homer Simpson’s food fantasy. Donuts and beer pairings are the hottest food trend. While beer can pair with almost any food, this sweet pairing could become your new brunch obsession. Are you craving donuts and beer yet?
08 October 2020
Dawn Foods Improved Planning Allows Them To Navigate Covid

Dawn Foods Improved Planning Allows Them To Navigate Covid

Companies have been whiplashed by the combination of a long running pandemic and the recession it kicked off. Better planning can help companies mitigate the effects of this crisis.
08 October 2020
October 4-10, 2020: Baker Appreciation Week

October 4-10, 2020: Baker Appreciation Week

Baker Appreciation Week commences on October 4, 2020, 100 years after the world’s first industrial donut mix was created in Jackson, Michigan, by Dawn Foods.
05 October 2020
Dawn Corporate Giving Program Adds $1 Million to Jackson YMCA Capital Campaign

Dawn Corporate Giving Program Adds $1 Million to Jackson YMCA Capital Campaign

LANSING, Mich. — The Jackson YMCA announced that the Dawn Foods Corporate Giving Program (formerly the Dawn Foods Foundation) has reallocated $1 million in funding to the campaign for a YMCA healthy living campus in downtown Jackson.
25 September 2020
Progressive Grocer 2020 Editors' Picks | Best New Product

Progressive Grocer 2020 Editors' Picks | Best New Product

Once again, Progressive Grocer’s intrepid editors have sifted through the scores of new products submitted and come up with our slate of Editors’ Picks.
25 September 2020
Fall bakery ideas from Dawn Foods

Fall bakery ideas from Dawn Foods

JACKSON, MICH. - Sept. 22 marked the first day of fall, and the demand for fall flavors is heating up, providing a significant sales opportunity for bakeries.
25 September 2020
Boosting your business through social media

Boosting your business through social media

Social media is one of the most effective marketing tools at your bakery’s disposal. Not only are you able to promote your business for free (or cheap, if choosing to do paid promotions), but it also allows you to easily let your customers know the products, deals and special offerings you provide.
16 September 2020
How an Ohio bakery has survived the coronavirus pandemic

How an Ohio bakery has survived the coronavirus pandemic

A baker’s life during a pandemic can follow many different paths. Later this year in December, Andrew’s Pastries in Marion, Ohio, will celebrate its 25th year in business. And to think this was almost just an unfulfilled dream.
14 September 2020
Dawn Foods opens door to online ordering platform, creating growth avenues for bakeries

Dawn Foods opens door to online ordering platform, creating growth avenues for bakeries

As a baker, you are busy and typically work long hours with little down time. Introduced in July, the new online ordering platform from Dawn Foods is a convenient way for you to order all your bakery products.
01 September 2020
Shelf Life: Bringing The Best In “Best Before”

Shelf Life: Bringing The Best In “Best Before”

Products and processes helping with the shelf-life of bakery products not only ensure sustainability, profitability, and minimize waste, but must also deliver consistent product characteristics, which must be the same in day one as in any of the “best before” dates. It’s a tall order with innovative solutions.
01 September 2020
How 100-year-old Dawn Foods went through a digital overhaul in 18 months to build one of the baking industry's first e-commerce sites

How 100-year-old Dawn Foods went through a digital overhaul in 18 months to build one of the baking industry's first e-commerce sites

It's easy to think e-commerce is ubiquitous across industries, given the prevalence of Amazon, Walmart, and others that are investing heavily in the space.
20 August 2020
Better-for-you snack and bakery product development strategies

Better-for-you snack and bakery product development strategies

There was a time, not so long ago, when nutritional boundaries were more clear-cut. “Indulgent foods weren’t healthy,” says Mel Festejo, COO, American Key Food Products, Closter, NJ. “They either had a surfeit of nutrients that triggered health issues, or they contained ingredients whose names raised anxiety.”
20 August 2020
Rolling out a healthy dose of new products

Rolling out a healthy dose of new products

Bakers are bolstering their positions in the better-for-you sweet goods market.
20 August 2020
How to Accelerate Digital Transformation with a CDO

How to Accelerate Digital Transformation with a CDO

Looking to update ordering for ecommerce customers, bakery manufacturing and ingredient supplier Dawn Foods decided to hire a chief digital officer to spearhead the process.
12 August 2020
Investing in eCommerce Increases Credit Productivity

Investing in eCommerce Increases Credit Productivity

While the U.S. continues to try and flatten the curve of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses are trying to stay ahead of it.
03 August 2020
Ingredients on alert: How consumer demand is influencing baking’s future

Ingredients on alert: How consumer demand is influencing baking’s future

While the list of ingredients commonly avoided by consumers fluctuates over time, those in search of clean-label fare typically stay away from things like partially hydrogenated oils (recently banned in the United States),
27 July 2020
Sharpening the focus of clean label initiatives

Sharpening the focus of clean label initiatives

Clean label remains a critical but broad topic. Sharpening the future direction of the movement will play a significant role in how the industry succeeds.
27 July 2020
A Defining Moment: This plan sponsor’s voluntary benefits are healing in the pandemic

A Defining Moment: This plan sponsor’s voluntary benefits are healing in the pandemic

Back in 2018, people thought we were crazy,” says J. Brian Coleman, vice president of total rewards for Dawn Food Products Inc.
27 July 2020
Digging deeper into global flavors

Digging deeper into global flavors

Americans are seeking the spiciness of Mexico, digging deeper into Japanese flavors and experiencing the complex flair of Moroccan cuisine.
22 July 2020
Dawn's New 24/7 Online Ordering

Dawn's New 24/7 Online Ordering

As a baker, you are busy and typically work long hours with little down time. Dawn’s new online ordering platform is a convenient way for you to order all your bakery products, available 24/7.
21 July 2020
Dawn Foods - Boston Digital Innovation Hub Q&A

Dawn Foods - Boston Digital Innovation Hub Q&A

We connected with Dawn Foods to learn all about their Digital Innovation Hub in Boston and the launch of their brand new eCommerce Platform.
07 July 2020
Procure-To-Pay Embraces Bakeries’ 24/7 Work Ethic

Procure-To-Pay Embraces Bakeries’ 24/7 Work Ethic

Making sure customers can get the freshest bread and pastries when the door opens at 8 a.m. means bakery owners are up before the sun.
07 July 2020
Q&A: Dawn Foods Shares B2B Tips for Accelerating Digital Transformation With Salsify

Q&A: Dawn Foods Shares B2B Tips for Accelerating Digital Transformation With Salsify

Dawn Foods, a global bakery manufacturer and ingredients supplier, celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2020. Over the last century, the Dawn Foods has adapted to meet shifting markets and consumer behaviors with success.
07 July 2020
This 100-Year-Old Bakery Supplier Just Launched Its First E-Commerce Site

This 100-Year-Old Bakery Supplier Just Launched Its First E-Commerce Site

Dawn Foods, a global bakery manufacturer and ingredients supplier headquartered in Michigan, has launched a new national e-commerce platform, completely changing the way this 100-year-old company operates.
07 July 2020
Recipe for E-Commerce Success: Dawn Foods Goes Headless to Bring Rich B2B E-Commerce Experience to Bakers

Recipe for E-Commerce Success: Dawn Foods Goes Headless to Bring Rich B2B E-Commerce Experience to Bakers

commercetools, the next-generation commerce software company, Contentstack, a modern content management system (CMS), and EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM), a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and software development services, have taken the bakery industry high tech with a new headless commerce solution for Dawn Foods
06 July 2020
Dawn Foods Launches National eCommerce Platform, Streamlining the Ordering Process for Bakers

Dawn Foods Launches National eCommerce Platform, Streamlining the Ordering Process for Bakers

100-year-old baking industry leader reinvents ordering for retail bakery customers with convenient, online, on-demand access to baking supplies from inspiring ingredients to packaging needs
01 July 2020
Decorating Trends: Simpler times ahead for cakes, sweets

Decorating Trends: Simpler times ahead for cakes, sweets

As simpler times in the food world prevail, the bakery sector must engage in thoughtful planning and promotions that drive convenience and value over extravagant luxury
12 June 2020
Gluten-Free Sweet goods struggle with texture

Gluten-Free Sweet goods struggle with texture

Gluten is critical to baked foods; that's no secret. Learn how to replace gluten in baking.
12 June 2020
Donuts for Good

Donuts for Good

To help celebrate National Donut Day on Friday, June 5, Dawn Foods honored 10 retail bakeries across the country for their significant roles in making a difference to the local communities they serve.
05 June 2020
Dawn Foods Announces Winners of #DonutsForGoodEntry Promotion

Dawn Foods Announces Winners of #DonutsForGoodEntry Promotion

Dawn Foods Announces Winners of #DonutsForGoodEntry Promotion Global bakery leader awards $50,000 in charitable donations on behalf of deserving bakers across the United States
05 June 2020
National Donut Day brings excitement about the donut category

National Donut Day brings excitement about the donut category

Gourmet donuts offer a creative, appetizing way to excite your customers and grow your bakery’s sales, according to Dawn Foods
04 June 2020
Standing Together Against Racism

Standing Together Against Racism

Dawn’s Circle of Excellence puts People at the top. Not Some People. ALL People. We stand against racism and any form of prejudice and are committed to supporting inclusive, united communities.
04 June 2020
Engineering Spotlight - Dawn Foods

Engineering Spotlight - Dawn Foods

Dawn’s goal: to inspire bakery success every day. Boston is the home to its new Digital Innovation Hub, which is leading the efforts and developing digital solutions for Dawn’s bakery customers.
27 May 2020
The look and taste of gourmet donuts in 2020

The look and taste of gourmet donuts in 2020

National Donut Day is set for the first Friday of June, and businesses are eagerly anticipating the rush of customers who will celebrate
13 May 2020
The sourdough donut: How distinctive flavors drive new pathways

The sourdough donut: How distinctive flavors drive new pathways

A vitally important part of the job for Mathew Rice, executive pastry chef for Niche Food Group in Nashville, Tennessee, involves seeking out creative ideas — including mashups
13 May 2020
Deliveries, at-home kits becoming valuable options for retail bakeries

Deliveries, at-home kits becoming valuable options for retail bakeries

Meeting customers in person may be difficult to impossible for retail bakers during this time of social distancing and COVID-19, but there are other ways to stay in touch.
20 April 2020
AT THE DAWN OF A NEW CENTURY

AT THE DAWN OF A NEW CENTURY

Dawn Foods turns 100 this year with a third-generation woman at the helm.
14 April 2020
Dawn Foods Shares Tips for Bakers Navigating the Coronavirus Environment

Dawn Foods Shares Tips for Bakers Navigating the Coronavirus Environment

Dawn Foods shares resources for bakers to use during the coronavirus (COVID-19).
07 April 2020
What Can Digital Upgrades Do for Bakeries? A Lot.

What Can Digital Upgrades Do for Bakeries? A Lot.

As a salesperson for bakeries in Boston and around the metropolitan Massachusetts area, Angelo Marcoccio knows how bakers like to stay in communication when it comes to submitting orders
31 March 2020
Dawn Foods to Sell Frozen North American Business

Dawn Foods to Sell Frozen North American Business

Dawn Foods announces sale agreement of its North American frozen manufacturing business to Rise Baking Company.
20 March 2020
Plant-based and Vegan

Plant-based and Vegan

Constant research and insights into the consumer trend landscape helps customers make more informed business decisions and better meet demands in the marketplace.
12 March 2020
Dawn Foods Unveils Sourdough Donut Mix

Dawn Foods Unveils Sourdough Donut Mix

The donut is a mashup of sourdough bread and a yeast-raised donut that creates a buttery sourdough flavor with a soft, light and airy texture.
05 March 2020
The flavors and ingredients propelling the donut category forward

The flavors and ingredients propelling the donut category forward

Donuts can be eaten at any time, at any place and — these days — with just about anything. While the treat is still the perfect coffee pairing, now it’s also the bun on a chicken sandwich or a grilled cheese.
04 March 2020
Getting creative with donuts

Getting creative with donuts

Creativity is driving the donut industry forward. So is customization that makes them your own. And minis are providing portion control in this indulgent category that has survived — even thrived — despite sugar busters, the keto craze and all things healthy.
27 February 2020
Old-fashioned donuts are still in high demand

Old-fashioned donuts are still in high demand

While innovation is key to attract consumers in the crowded donut category, bakeries must keep in mind that success comes from the most basic level of formulation. The donut styles and flavors that have stood the test of time must be on point.
27 February 2020
The process of creating the sourdough donut

The process of creating the sourdough donut

When Dawn Foods invited five executive pastry chefs to its Donut Co-Creation Competition last year, the company wasn’t just looking to find the next big flavor or topping in donuts. Dawn Foods wanted to reinvent the donut much like the cronut did in 2013.
17 February 2020
Dawn Foods c.e.o. to speak at Society of Bakery Women breakfast

Dawn Foods c.e.o. to speak at Society of Bakery Women breakfast

CHICAGO — The 2020 Society of Bakery Women annual breakfast on March 1 in Chicago will feature Carrie Jones-Barber, chief executive officer of Dawn Foods, Jackson, Mich.
10 February 2020
Dawn Foods celebrates 100th anniversary with new Thank You to Bakers campaign, #DonutsforGood promotion

Dawn Foods celebrates 100th anniversary with new Thank You to Bakers campaign, #DonutsforGood promotion

Company gives back to show appreciation to bakers and mark centennial
03 February 2020
Retirement Advisor Council Announces Financial Wellness Program Award Winners

Retirement Advisor Council Announces Financial Wellness Program Award Winners

The Retirement Advisor Council recognized Pankow Builders and Dawn Food Products and their respective retirement plan partners, as recipients of its annual Financial Wellness Program Awards.
28 January 2020
Dawn Foods Celebrates 100th Anniversary with new Thank You to Bakers Campaign, #DonutsforGood Promotion

Dawn Foods Celebrates 100th Anniversary with new Thank You to Bakers Campaign, #DonutsforGood Promotion

Global bakery leader gives back to show appreciation to bakers and mark centennial
23 January 2020
DAWN FOODS ANNOUNCES FIRST-EVER SOURDOUGH DONUT MIX

DAWN FOODS ANNOUNCES FIRST-EVER SOURDOUGH DONUT MIX

Donut industry leader continues 100-year legacy with introduction of innovative, new products that cater to latest consumer trends
15 January 2020
Dawn Foods Contributes $15,000

Dawn Foods Contributes $15,000

Dawn Foods Contributes $15,000 to York County Arts and Culture
08 January 2020
Gluten-free baked foods persevere by staying in step with emerging trends

Gluten-free baked foods persevere by staying in step with emerging trends

Today’s food conversation may be dominated by cannabis, plants and proteins, but don’t think for a minute that gluten-free claims have waned.
06 January 2020
Dawn Foods Names North America President to Drive Growth Across Core Regions

Dawn Foods Names North America President to Drive Growth Across Core Regions

Land O' Lakes Veteran, John Schmitz, to oversee all commercial and operational responsibilities; focus on strategic planning
19 December 2019
Brownies

Brownies

Flavor mashups, mix-ins and clean label formulations continue to make the brownie a generational favorite.
11 December 2019
Bake Twentyfive: Dawn Foods

Bake Twentyfive: Dawn Foods

Jennifer Lapaugh, senior director of marketing, regional and artisanal channel, explains that Dawn Foods is passionate about helping customers succeed.
25 November 2019
Sunnyside bakery lends expertise in new cake mixes

Sunnyside bakery lends expertise in new cake mixes

Pepe’s Bakery in downtown Sunnyside was bustling with activity Wednesday afternoon. Several customers were at the bakery’s self-serve section picking items from displays of doughnuts, pan dulce and other baked goods.
12 November 2019
Interview: Dawn Foods CEO Carrie Jones-Barber

Interview: Dawn Foods CEO Carrie Jones-Barber

Carrie Jones Barber, Dawn Foods CEO, Spoke with British Baker Magazine at the 30th Anniversary celebration that took place in Evesham, UK this past August 30th.
30 October 2019
Dawn Foods Shares Industry Expertise

Dawn Foods Shares Industry Expertise

In an interview with Carrie Jones-Barber, CEO, and Steven Verweij, President of Europe and AMEAP, we learned about the resources available from having a global presence, about innovations at Dawn Foods, and upcoming trends.
24 October 2019
Dooher’s Bakery in Campbellford, Ont., retains title as sweetest bakery in Canada

Dooher’s Bakery in Campbellford, Ont., retains title as sweetest bakery in Canada

For the second straight year, family-run Dooher’s Bakery in Campbellford, Ont., has been declared the sweetest bakery in Canada.
18 October 2019
Sweetest Bakeries in America and Canada revealed

Sweetest Bakeries in America and Canada revealed

The Sweetest Bakery in America and Sweetest Bakery in Canada contests from global bakery manufacturer and ingredient supplier Dawn Foods look to honor the efforts of bakeries everywhere, with the winners being recognized for their achievement and awarded incredible prizes.
18 October 2019
Dawn Foods Reveals its 2019 Sweetest Bakeries in America and Canada

Dawn Foods Reveals its 2019 Sweetest Bakeries in America and Canada

JACKSON, MI (October 18, 2019) – Global bakery manufacturer and ingredient supplier Dawn Foods today announced the winners of its annual Sweetest Bakery in America and Sweetest Bakery in Canada contests. More than 1,200 bakeries participated in the competitions across the U.S. and Canada.
18 October 2019
Tips for making show stopping cakes this winter

Tips for making show stopping cakes this winter

As winter approaches, favorite cake flavors often migrate to dark chocolate, red velvet and cinnamon, according to Datassential research, but don’t stop there. How about pumpkin spice latte (among the hottest flavors of the year) cupcakes? Melissa Trimmer, senior bakery application chef at Dawn Foods, gives a resounding thumbs-up.
16 October 2019
Donuts: old standby continues to surge

Donuts: old standby continues to surge

Delicious donuts continue to captivate the interest of bakers and consumers alike.
14 October 2019
Back on the Shelf: Healthy Snacks

Back on the Shelf: Healthy Snacks

Suppliers in the bakery and snacking segments give their forecasts. What are consumers looking for, and why? What innovations are most likely to succeed, and how can suppliers meet market demands?
10 October 2019
Dawn turns to technology at new Boston digital hub, hires tech vets

Dawn turns to technology at new Boston digital hub, hires tech vets

At its first Digital Innovation Hub, Dawn hopes the new space and pool of tech-forward talent will guide the 100-year-old company into a more digitally connected future.
04 October 2019
IBIE 2019 proves a record-shattering event with education and innovation

IBIE 2019 proves a record-shattering event with education and innovation

IBIE provided a newly implemented day of learning on Saturday, Sept. 7, featuring tailored sessions that gave attendees curated, business-focused tools they need to enhance and grow their businesses.
04 October 2019
Industry leaders offer insights on overcoming workplace challenges

Industry leaders offer insights on overcoming workplace challenges

LAS VEGAS — Leading today’s multi-generational and culturally diverse workplace calls for a combination of authenticity, transparency, passion, mentoring and some transformational thinking to succeed.
03 October 2019
Family, People, Customers and Products

Family, People, Customers and Products

In the early 1900s, bakers Eugene Worden and Grover Lutz purchased Century Bakery in downtown Jackson. Their delicious donuts were so popular that other local bakers soon wanted in on the action.
03 October 2019
NextGenBaker Global Leadership Forum shares secrets to success

NextGenBaker Global Leadership Forum shares secrets to success

Baking companies all over the world are facing a multi-generational challenge in the marketplace and workforce. How are companies leading their employees to address the varied demands of their consumers and re-calibrating talent development programs to meet the diverse styles of their executives?
01 October 2019
Bakery leaders dish on how to motivate, achieve and inspire their people

Bakery leaders dish on how to motivate, achieve and inspire their people

Grupo Bimbo's Daniel Servitje, Dawn Foods' Carrie Jones-Barber, Flower Foods' Brad Alexander and Weston Foods' Roy Benin were invited by the American Bakers Association (ABA) to share their management approach in a fast-paced, multigenerational workplace. Their message at IBIE 2019 was one of collaboration, passion, transparency and authenticity.
26 September 2019
RPIA session offers novice bakers management tips

RPIA session offers novice bakers management tips

Nearly 95% of those who start a retail bakery fail within five years, so it is imperative that bakery owners have a well-defined business plan, The RPIA Group (Booth No. 1229) executives told a group of about 100 attendees at the Saturday RPIA session, “Business of Baking for Beginners.”
19 September 2019
Clean fusion throughout the day: Dawn releases 2020 food trends at IBIE

Clean fusion throughout the day: Dawn releases 2020 food trends at IBIE

The Michigan-based bakery discovered that permissible indulgence continues to propel sweets, while personalization and flavor explorations are driving innovation by producers and intrigue from consumers.
18 September 2019
Dawn unveils new cake flavors in innovative project

Dawn unveils new cake flavors in innovative project

Retail bakery owners Paul Bendinskas of ABC Cake Shop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Julie Pinho of Pinho’s Bakery in Roselle, New Jersey, helped Dawn Foods introduce the three winning Baker’s Request cake flavors (coffee, coconut and honey) developed as part of Dawn’s Inspired by You program, appearing at the Dawn Foods booth during the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) in Las Vegas.
18 September 2019
Dawn debuts Digital Innovation Hub

Dawn debuts Digital Innovation Hub

BOSTON — Dawn Food Products, Inc. is opening a Digital Innovation Hub in Boston. The new center is part of a larger digital transformation effort spearheaded by Bob Howland, the company’s first chief digital officer.
17 September 2019
Eight consumer trends for 2020

Eight consumer trends for 2020

LAS VEGAS - Changes in government and politics along with advances in technology and the media are affecting consumer behavior in ways that are shaping key consumer trends heading into the next years, said Jennifer LaPaugh, senior director, regional and artisanal channel marketing, Dawn Foods, during a presentation at the International Baking Industry Exposition.
17 September 2019
Dawn's path to donut dominance

Dawn's path to donut dominance

Heirs to a business acquired and run by their father Marlin, inducted as a trio in 2007 into the Baking Hall of Fame, the Jones brothers in building Dawn Food Products into a bakery supply powerhouse may look like a case of destiny fulfilled.
03 September 2019
Consumer interest grows in several dessert categories

Consumer interest grows in several dessert categories

Jenny LaPaugh, senior director of regional and artisanal channel marketing for Dawn Foods, points out that today’s consumers love to experiment when it comes to food, a key trend in the marketplace.
03 September 2019
No Taste Like Home

No Taste Like Home

French may be the language of love. But throughout the 28 distinctive countries that currently make up the European Union — that is, until Brexit is resolved — more than 740 million people speak 24 different “official” languages and dozens of dialects in a continent that’s just slightly larger than the US.
19 August 2019
Ron Jones Sees Customer Focus as Key to Dawn's Enduring Success

Ron Jones Sees Customer Focus as Key to Dawn's Enduring Success

An uncompromising focus on customer relationships and an ability to navigate often wrenching industry change have been key elements in the extraordinary growth story of Dawn Food Products, Inc.
06 August 2019
Next-Level Cakes

Next-Level Cakes

Dawn launches the Cake Co-Creation Project, working with retail bakeries to create on-trend flavors.
02 August 2019
Nutritional health bars - powered by ancient grains

Nutritional health bars - powered by ancient grains

Both sweet and savory options are bolstering demand for nutritional snack bars, as consumers continue to migrate toward convenience options with a perceived health benefit.
31 July 2019
Dawn Foods seeks America’s ‘sweetest bakeries’

Dawn Foods seeks America’s ‘sweetest bakeries’

The bakery and ingredient supplier is again on the hunt for the sweetest bakeries around the US.
27 June 2019
State of the Industry 2019: Sweet goods benefit from trend-based improvements

State of the Industry 2019: Sweet goods benefit from trend-based improvements

Sweet goods add healthy ingredients, as well as new high-sensory ingredients, to build diversity and interest
26 June 2019
Dawn Foods Acquires Ardent Mills Ontario Facility, Expands Footprint in Canada

Dawn Foods Acquires Ardent Mills Ontario Facility, Expands Footprint in Canada

Global bakery ingredient manufacturer and distributor Dawn Food Products, Inc. today announced a completed deal with Ardent Mills, the leading flour supplier in North America, to acquire its mix facility in Burlington, Ontario and sweet goods business in Canada.
24 June 2019
Dawn Foods Announces 2019 Sweetest Bakery in Canada Contest

Dawn Foods Announces 2019 Sweetest Bakery in Canada Contest

BRAMPTON, Ontario , June 18, 2019 /CNW/ -- Bakery manufacturer and ingredient supplier Dawn Foods today announced the kickoff of its second Sweetest Bakery in Canada contest™. With registration already open for interested bakeries, customer voting will open July 1 and run through Sept. 30 . Consumers from across the country are invited to cast their vote and help their favourite bakery win the title of Sweetest Bakery in Canada .
18 June 2019
Dawn Foods Announces Third-Annual Sweetest Bakery in America Contest

Dawn Foods Announces Third-Annual Sweetest Bakery in America Contest

JACKSON, Mich., June 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Bakery manufacturer and ingredient supplier Dawn Foods today announced the kickoff of its third-annual Sweetest Bakery in America contestTM. With registration open for interested bakeries, consumer voting will open July 1 and run through Sept. 30. Consumers from across the country are invited to cast their vote and help their favorite bakery win the title of Sweetest Bakery in America.
18 June 2019
Dawn Foods’ Assistant General Counsel Named to Lawyers of Color’s Nation’s Best List

Dawn Foods’ Assistant General Counsel Named to Lawyers of Color’s Nation’s Best List

Erica Brown, Vice President and Assistant General Counsel at Dawn Foods, has been named as a Midwest Region Honoree on the Lawyers of Color’s Nation’s Best List.
14 June 2019
Mashup Mania: Trending in Snacks

Mashup Mania: Trending in Snacks

The boundaries of snack flavor trends are expanding as consumers seek new experiences.
10 June 2019
America's Hottest Pastry Chefs Compete to Create the Next Big Thing in Donuts

America's Hottest Pastry Chefs Compete to Create the Next Big Thing in Donuts

Kicking off June 25, Dawn Foods will bring five award-winning pastry chefs together to compete for their chance to partner with Dawn to create a groundbreaking new donut texture at the company's Innovation Studio in Jackson, Mich.The chefs include James Beard award recipients and chefs from Michelin star restaurants.
10 June 2019
A "Hole" Lot Is Planned for National Doughnut Day 2019

A "Hole" Lot Is Planned for National Doughnut Day 2019

In recognition of National Doughnut Day and Dawn Foods' 100th anniversary in 2020, the manufacturer and ingredients supplier to bakeries worldwide will launch the Donut 2.0 project.
07 June 2019
Organic opportunities in snacks and frozen food

Organic opportunities in snacks and frozen food

KANSAS CITY — An organic claim may be an added promotional benefit when it comes to two recent American trends: clean label snacks and convenient frozen foods. Organic ingredient introductions, including flavors, starches, colors and cocoa powder, could help companies take advantage of this opportunity, especially when targeting millennials.
21 May 2019
Clean and Colorful: Dawn’s New Naturally Brilliant Icings Satisfy Customer and Consumer Demands Alike

Clean and Colorful: Dawn’s New Naturally Brilliant Icings Satisfy Customer and Consumer Demands Alike

After three years of testing and formulation, this year, we’re excited to launch our first-of-its-kind Naturally Brilliant Buttercreme Style Icings and Flat Icings as a new extension to the Dawn Balance® Cleaner Ingredients line. Through this offering, we now are able to give bakers the tools necessary to create the sweet treats that consumers crave with all-natural ingredients.
03 May 2019
Taking the Donut to the Next Level: Dawn’s New Gourmet Donut Program

Taking the Donut to the Next Level: Dawn’s New Gourmet Donut Program

Enter the gourmet donut. According to research from Datassential, 65 percent of consumers are likely to try a gourmet donut – donuts that mix flavors, textures and an unexpected combination. The kicker? Gourmet donuts can be sold as high as $5.00 per donut, with 73 percent of consumers saying they will pay $2.99 for a donut.
17 April 2019
Dawn Foods' new chief digital officer shares key insights on digital engagement

Dawn Foods' new chief digital officer shares key insights on digital engagement

Bob Howland calls it an incredibly exciting time to serve in his new role as chief digital officer for Dawn Foods. In this newly created leadership position, Howland will play an instrumental role in engaging customers with Dawn’s digital solutions.
04 April 2019
Taking a natural approach to confectionery colors

Taking a natural approach to confectionery colors

The opportunity to market clean label products has hit many categories, even confectionery. Coloring candy with natural sources, instead of FD&C colors in the United States or colors that require E numbers in Europe, is a prime example.
28 March 2019
Convenience stores: An innovation playground

Convenience stores: An innovation playground

As American culture becomes mobile and meals are replaced with more substantive snacks, c-stores have become a natural place for people to find sustenance on the go.
26 March 2019
Dawn CEO Serhat Unsal joins Into the Corner Office Podcast as special guest

Dawn CEO Serhat Unsal joins Into the Corner Office Podcast as special guest

Serhat Unsal, CEO of Dawn Foods, recently had the pleasure of joining Brandt Handley’s Into the Corner Office podcast to discuss his path to becoming CEO, including his education in engineering and upbringing in Turkey.
05 March 2019
Dawn Foods Hires Melissa Trimmer as new Senior Application Chef

Dawn Foods Hires Melissa Trimmer as new Senior Application Chef

Meet Dawn Foods’ new Senior Application Chef, Melissa Trimmer! With more than 20 years of experience in pastry, Chef Trimmer will work hand-in-hand with Dawn team members and customers at the company’s Innovation Studio in Jackson, MI to drive creative new offerings informed by the latest trends and consumer insights.
04 March 2019
Sweetest Bakery in America Winner Visits Dawn Innovation Studio

Sweetest Bakery in America Winner Visits Dawn Innovation Studio

Two-time Sweetest Bakery in America winner, Lochel's Bakery, recently visited our innovation studio to ideate, collaborate, and create with the Dawn team. Here is a behind-the-scenes look with Bake Magazine
24 January 2019
Dawn’s New Bakery Business Portal Featured in Bake Magazine

Dawn’s New Bakery Business Portal Featured in Bake Magazine

Bake Magazine recently sat down with our Chief Marketing Officer, Angie Goldberg, and our Chief Human Resources and Transformation Officer, Stevens Sainte-Rose, to discuss this new digital innovation that continues to position Dawn as a market leader.
16 January 2019
New survey discovers consumers’ holiday baked goods habits

New survey discovers consumers’ holiday baked goods habits

A recent survey conducted by Dawn Foods highlights the importance of baked goods to Americans. Holiday baking and enjoyment of baked goods is prevalent during this season, as evidenced by the data in the report.
18 December 2018
Dawn featured in Detroit Free Press

Dawn featured in Detroit Free Press

"As employers are moving into the realm of financial well being, this is the absolute next step," said Brian Coleman, vice president for total rewards and human resource shared services for Dawn Foods, which has its headquarters in Jackson, Michigan.
29 November 2018
Dawn Innovation Studio: A haven for creation

Dawn Innovation Studio: A haven for creation

“Our mission, and essentially our vision, for the Innovation Studio was to make it a key component for us to be a collaborative, indispensable partner for our customers and really drive that inspiration, not only for products but also for insights on trends,” Ms. Kaul said.
26 November 2018
The DNA of Success

The DNA of Success

“People say that relationships don’t matter in business anymore, I am here to tell you they do.”
16 November 2018
Bake Magazine: Fall Harvest Drives Consistency for Bakers

Bake Magazine: Fall Harvest Drives Consistency for Bakers

Throughout the year, bakers are always looking for consistency – in performance, color, appearance and flavor – and the fall harvest represents the biggest potential to achieve that consistency. One of the many benefits of partnering with a trusted ingredient supplier, such as Dawn Foods, is that these tests are already completed when receiving the product.
22 October 2018
Consumer Demands Driving Global Bakery Innovation

Consumer Demands Driving Global Bakery Innovation

“We’re seeing more and more that baking industries and trends are getting global,” said Johan Sanders, vice-president, global R.&D., Dawn Foods, Jackson, Mich., and president of FEDIMA, the European baking industry’s trade union.
16 October 2018
Dawn Foods Writes its Own Destiny

Dawn Foods Writes its Own Destiny

As Dawn Foods approaches its centennial anniversary, the Jackson, Mich.-based company has not only been reflecting on its roots but also looking toward the future — for itself and its customers.
16 October 2018
Baking Business.com: Social Media Feeds the Bottom Line in Food Service

Baking Business.com: Social Media Feeds the Bottom Line in Food Service

“As a dedicated partner to our customers, we are constantly working to provide the tools and products they need to grow their bakeries,” said Jennifer LaPaugh, senior director, global market research and insights at Dawn. “Donuts are highly versatile and infinitely customizable. The product offer bakeries an ability to take their menus even further.”
10 October 2018
Baking & Snack visits Dawn Foods Innovation Studio

Baking & Snack visits Dawn Foods Innovation Studio

“This is all about the experience and being able to share what we’re doing,” said Jennifer LaPaugh, senior director, global market research and insights, Dawn Foods. “You see more and more attention-grabbing cakes around social media, and they all have these Insta-worthy creations.”
07 September 2018
Choosing and Reaching Clean Label Destinations

Choosing and Reaching Clean Label Destinations

Dawn Foods, Jackson, Mich., balances taste, cost and quality with consumer desire for ingredients they know and recognize, said Adam Graber, senior director, global innovation at Dawn Foods.
21 August 2018
Dawn featured in Baking & Snack

Dawn featured in Baking & Snack

As consumers up their standards for these types of products, quality often trumps price. In fact, cake is one of the highest dollar rings in the in-store bakery, noted Jennifer LaPaugh, senior director, global market research and insights, Dawn Foods, Jackson, Mich.
10 August 2018
Dawn showcased in Instore Magazine August Issue

Dawn showcased in Instore Magazine August Issue

10 August 2018
Reaching Bakers on Their Terms – How to Optimize the Customer Experience

Reaching Bakers on Their Terms – How to Optimize the Customer Experience

Dawn Foods’ Senior Director of Global Market Research & Insights, Jennifer LaPaugh, recently had the opportunity to take part in a panel at the Michigan Marketing Summit on the topic of optimizing the customer experience.
06 June 2018
Dawn insights featured on TODAY show for National Donut Day

Dawn insights featured on TODAY show for National Donut Day

In honor of Donut Day, Dawn Foods brought some wild donut creations to the TODAY Show.
06 June 2018
Unique Donut Tastes are Rising

Unique Donut Tastes are Rising

“Our company began in 1920 with the basics: two bakers and a recipe for delicious donuts and now, almost 100 years later, if you’ve ever had a donut in this country, you’ve likely tasted our ingredients,” said Angie Goldberg, Chief Marketing Officer, Dawn Foods.
16 May 2018
Donuts Rising

Donuts Rising

Donuts are making a trendy resurgence!
15 May 2018

Dawn Foods Acquires Lakeside Bakery Supplies, Expands Reach in Southern California

Dawn Foods Expands Footprint in Southern California
14 May 2018
Leadership in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Leadership in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

“Leadership in the age of AI is all about doing what computers cannot do: Leading through the power of these emotions,” shared Dawn Foods’ Chief Executive Officer, Serhat Unsal, speaking to a group of University of Michigan students at the school's Tauber Leadership Speaker Series (TLSS).
04 May 2018
Dawn Shares Key Bakery Growth Opportunities at ABA Annual Convention

Dawn Shares Key Bakery Growth Opportunities at ABA Annual Convention

“Health and wellness are here to stay,” shared Dawn Foods’ Chief Executive Officer, Carrie Jones-Barber, at a panel presentation earlier this month, hosted by the American Bakers Association at its annual convention.
01 May 2018
Dawn Supports Service Dogs, Inc. in Guinness World Record Challenge

Dawn Supports Service Dogs, Inc. in Guinness World Record Challenge

Dawn Foods provided support and ingredients to create the world's biggest puppy cake.
17 April 2018
Progress through Partnerships: Collaborations to Build the Workforce

Progress through Partnerships: Collaborations to Build the Workforce

Dawn Foods Foundation recently awarded a grant in the amount of $17,439.30 to the Moberly Area Community College Foundation.
18 March 2018
Sarah Richmond Named One of Jackson County's Volunteers of the Year

Sarah Richmond Named One of Jackson County's Volunteers of the Year

Sarah Richmond, President of the Dawn Foods Foundation, recognized by the United Way of Jackson County
11 February 2018
Dawn Names Stratas Foods as 2017 Vendor of the Year

Dawn Names Stratas Foods as 2017 Vendor of the Year

08 February 2018
Mlive: Pastries from Dawn Food Products' Innovation Studio

Mlive: Pastries from Dawn Food Products' Innovation Studio

Dawn Foods collaborates with customers from around the country on innovative product offerings to support bakery success.
10 January 2018
Dawn Innovation Studio Featured in Mlive

Dawn Innovation Studio Featured in Mlive

Dawn Foods recently opened an Innovation Studio in Jackson, Mich. to help inspire bakery success
23 August 2017
Dawn Team Members Deliver Sweetness to Mary's Kitchen

Dawn Team Members Deliver Sweetness to Mary's Kitchen

Over 200 donuts delivered daily to Mary's Kitchen in California
05 June 2017
Food Business News: Coming Clean in Baked Goods

Food Business News: Coming Clean in Baked Goods

Dawn's Bakers Truth clean label line featured in Food Business News
28 February 2017

Taste the Latest Trends with Dawn Foods at IBIE

We're thrilled to be a part of the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE). This October 8-11, we’re inviting you to visit us at booth #5730 for a one-of-a-kind bakery experience.
05 October 2016

Barry Callebaut is the DDA Vendor of the Year

JACKSON, Mich., – We are pleased to announce that the Barry Callebaut Group is the Dawn Distributors Advantage (DDA ®) Vendor of the Year.
01 May 2016
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