Recorded: March 13, 2025

Labor shortages, maintenance challenges, rising costs, and the pressure to stay innovative are creating significant hurdles for baking and snack producers. Some of the often-overlooked solutions are strategic learning and development programs that upskill employees, close workforce gaps, and drive operational efficiency.

Join industry leader Tim Cook and Palermo’s Pizza Chief People Officer Wendy Bushell as they help you gain a better understanding of:

  • The state of the baking industry and key trends to monitor.
  • Workforce solutions that combat labor shortages and skill gaps through targeted training.
  • Maintenance strategies that improve uptime and efficiency with well-trained teams.
  • Innovative tactics to balance traditional and modern consumer demands while building a more adaptable workforce.

Time: 45 minutes

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Wendy Bushell

Chief People Officer, Palermo’s Pizza

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Tim Cook

WorkForge Advisor & Baking Industry Leader

Katie Allen

Chief Marketing Officer, WorkForge