 2011 BakingTech Videos.
The videos of the presentations given during BakingTech 2011 have been posted to the ASB website. The videos do not include the breakout sessions or the speakers who did not give permission for their presentation to be recorded and posted. Below is the link:
http://www.asbe.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=48#2010
To access the videos, you do need to be signed in as an active member. Feel free to show these videos to your employees or share them with non-ASB members so that they can understand the benefits of ASB membership and the educational value of attendance at BakingTech 2012.
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- 2011 BakingTech Proceedings
The printed Proceedings of the 2011 BakingTech are at the printers and should be mailed by mid-August. If you indicated on your registration for BakingTech 2011 that you wanted a printed copy of this year's Proceedings you will be receiving a copy. If you did not attend BakingTech 2011, but responded to one of the emails asking if you wanted a printed copy, you will also be receiving a copy in the mail.
If you want a copy, but you have not notified staff through one of the above methods, please send an email to Amanda Gonzalez at agonzalez@asbe.org, and she will make sure you receive a copy. We have only a limited number of extra copies, so act fast.
If you have indicated that you wanted a USB of the Proceedings, these will be mailed to you by the end of August. A limited number of extra USBs will once again be available at BakingTech 2012.
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- Membership Renewals.
Thank
you for your continued membership with the American Society of Baking!
It is time to renew your annual membership. This
year we are continuing our effort to "go green." You can save time and
postage by renewing online. The annual membership dues are $185 and
payable at this time.
You may access your membership profile by
following the steps below:
- Log on to www.asbe.org and select Renew/Upgrade Membership (in the right hand column).
- When your portal page displays select "renew."
- Follow the prompts to renew online.
- Review and update your profile, contact information, current position and company.
You can also renew by sending a check for $185 made out to ASB and mailed to our new address. Please make sure that your accounting department has the new address.
American Society of Baking
PO Box 336
Swedesboro, NJ 08085
The
deadline for renewal is August 31. After that date your access to the
valuable tools and information on ASB's website will be temporarily
suspended. We look forward to another exciting year and thank you for your continued support!
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- Hall of Fame Nominations.
The Hall of Fame Review Committee has decided to update and improve the process for making future nominations. They have revised the nomination form and the process for making nominations so that more information is provided which will help the committee make more informed decisions. The new form requests information that coordinates more closely with the criteria that is used by the Review Committee to make the evaluations.
The new Nomination Form is attached: 2012 Hall of Fame Nomination Form. If you have nominated someone in the past, but they have not yet been selected for induction, you must re-nominate them using the new form.
If you have any questions about the process please contact ASB's Executive Director Kent Van Amburg at kvanamburg@asbe.org or 1.800.713.0462. Thank you for your continued support of the Baking Hall of Fame and your consideration of the revised nomination process.
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- ISB Conference.
The 1st Annual International Society of Baking Middle East & Africa
Conference and Expo will be held December 10-12, 2011 in Muscat, Oman.
The meeting is being held at the Shangri La's Barr Al Jissah Resort
& Spa (www.shangri-la.com). This conference is supported by ASB, BEMA, Baking and Pastry Guild of the Middle East and Baking & Snack.
This
conference will present an excellent opportunity for U.S. and
international baking companies, manufacturers and ingredient suppliers
to develop relationships in the emerging Middle East and Africa baking
sectors. If you have submitted your company as a prospective speaker, please be patient with the process. Your names and proposed topics have been sent to the Planning Committee.
More information can be found at www.isb-mea.org or on the ASB website www.asbe.org. Registration for participants and exhibitors will be available in early September.
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- Demographic Survey.
ASB's Board of Directors is meeting in October to develop a Strategic Plan which will guide the Society over the next 5 years. Some of the issues facing ASB are mergers and acquisitions in the baking industry, the impact of social media and the greying of our membership. ASB must have a complete understanding of your educational and networking needs if we are to remain relevant to the industry and to keep long-term members, while attracting new members.
You will be receiving a survey from Cypress Research which is part of a larger demographic study that ASB has been conducting to gather the information the Board will need to develop a strategic plan to ensure the vitality of the Society in the coming decade. We need you to complete this survey!
ASB belongs to you, the members. As a stakeholder, you have an obligation to help make it stronger. Filling out the survey is a membership duty. Please take the time and effort as soon as you receive the survey to let the ASB Board know your priorities and your position on issues that will directly influence YOUR Society. You owe it to ASB - You owe it to yourself.
Thank you.
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ASB Staff and Contact Information |
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 336, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
Main Phone Number: 1.800.713.0462
Fax Number: 1.888.315.2612
Executive Director:
Kent Van Amburg
Extension #1
Direct: 609.937.1519
Director of Meetings/Operations: Tawnee Shuey
Extension #2
Direct: 856.343.7838
Membership Manager:
Amanda Gonzalez
Extension #3
Direct: 660.349.9844 |
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Chairman's Corner:
by Jeff Dearduff ,
ASB Chairman
ASB_Chairman@asbe.org
Quote: "Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes; but no plans." ...Peter F. Drucker
Quip: It's that time of the year again when each of us can re-commit to our society by making sure we remain current on our membership. You have all received your membership renewal packages and your timely response allows the association to make the business plans for the coming year. This commitment on your part makes it possible for the entire membership to achieve its goals, hold to its promises and to breathe hope in yet another wonderful year of the American Society of Baking. Please make an effort to renew your membership today. Any questions on membership, please contact Amanda Gonzalez. Thank you
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Membership Tips:
Have you been promoted, changed jobs, moved or retired? Outdated information = missed information and networking opportunities. Please help us stay current by updating your profile on line or calling the office.
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Website Tips:
Update your ASB profile online. Login to your account and select "Update My Profile" (on the right). Then you may choose to change your profile, your password, or pay outstanding invoices.
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