Issue # 65 December 5, 2014

American Society of Baking eNewsletter
 Product Development Competition

We had several wonderful proposals submitted for the American Society of Baking's 2015 Product Development Competition.  The judging is complete and we are pleased to announce the following finalists (in no particular order):

Student Finalists
  • "Hearty Pie" by Ting Lin, Andrew Pham, Mallory Mau and Victoria Lee from University of California, Davis
  • "Multigrain Masala Mathri" by Alex Maxwell, Emily Ehlers and Amy Guo from Kansas State University
  • "Whole Wheat Garlic Parmesan Bread" by Emily Elliot, Emily Jackson and Marie Feldpausch from Kansas City University.
Professional Finalists
  • "Buckwheat Pita" by Michelle Kim from Little Door
  • "Loaf Divided" by Emily Guilfoyle from Corbion
  • "Muesli Cookie" by Paul Morabito and Braden Cadenelli from Puratos Corporation
These finalists will be working hard to present their final proposals during the American Society of Baking's BakingTech 2015 "ENGAGE THE FUTURE: People, Products, Processes" meeting this coming March 1-3 in Chicago, IL.  They will receive an all expense paid trip to the meeting and will compete for cash and trophies!
 ASB Membership Renewal- The First Step in BakingTech Registration

Have you renewed your 2014/15 membership dues?  BakingTech 2015 registration has officially opened and your membership renewal is the first step to registering.

To obtain member attendee rates for the conference, your 2014/15 dues must be paid and current.  Renewals can be completed by clicking on the  Renew Membership Dues link.  Please note dues must be renewed before registering online for the conference.

Renew Membership Dues

*Remember- to renew online you will need to log in with your membership username and password.  Usernames now reflect the primary/preferred email address to which a member receives ASB correspondence.  

For questions and assistance, please contact the Membership Manager at agonzalez@asbe.org
 ASB Mentor Program - Seeking Volunteers

Take further advantage of ASB's networking opportunities by becoming a mentor!  

ASB is seeking volunteers to help welcome and guide new members during their 1st conference.  Mentoring offers members the opportunity to share their experience & knowledge about BakingTech with new attendees.

Benefits:
  • First to network with new members
  • Attend VIP New Member Reception
  • VIP seating at Opening Session
  • Recognition in BakingTech Program
Visit our Mentor Program page to learn more and apply today.
Best Regards,

American Society of Baking 
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Kansas City, MO 64119

Office: 1.800.713.0462
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