Debbie Spies, cake decorator and wedding cake designer at LoveCakes by Dorothy Lane Market, was crowned this year’s champion.
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Bakers celebrated in IDDBA Champions of Change
Baking industry members have a major presence in this year’s cohort, spanning in-store bakeries and suppliers alike.
4 cake pros selected for 2026 Cake’d Challenge
The finalists were selected to showcase their talents in the live competition, held during IDDBA 2026.
Celebrated comedian to speak at IDDBA 2026
Comedian, author and philanthropist Trevor Noah is joining the general session lineup.
IDDBA drops speaker lineup for 2026 show
The speakers include renowned cook Alton Brown, former Duke University men’s basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski and Anne-Marie Roerink, president of 210 Analytics.
IDDBA presents resources for Food Safety Education Month
The association’s initiatives include a special podcast episode, webinars and online tools.
IDDBA 2025 announces Cake’d Challenge Awards winner
Four cake decorators from IDDBA member retailers were challenged with creating showstopping cakes with mystery ingredients.
Rich Products, Baileys collab on dessert solutions
The custom lineup includes an assortment of dessert solutions made with Bailey’s Irish Cream.
4 finalists selected for 2025 IDDBA Cake’d Challenge
The cake decorators will get the chance to showcase their skills in front of industry leaders.
IDDBA announces speaker lineup for 2025 event
Claire Saffitz and Carla Hall have been named to the speaker lineup for IDDBA 2025.
Submissions now open for IDDBA’s 2025 Cake’d Challenge
The deadline for retail cake decorators to submit their portfolios is Feb. 14.
IDDBA announces 2024-2025 board members
The association welcomed four additions to its board and announced its new board chair.