The Business of Baking for Beginners, better known as “BOB,” will be held on Sept. 8, 2012 at the Hilton Americas Hotel in Houston, TX, in conjunction with All Things Baking 2012.  The all-day program is designed for people with 5 years or less in the bakery business or those looking to join the baking industry. 

Brought to you by RPIA, the BOB is a full day of exposure with experts in the field.  Not only will they share secrets and tricks of the trade; but you’ll also have the opportunity to ask Certified Master Bakers your questions.

Take advantage of this seminar to maximize your value while attending All Thing Baking.

To register, visit http://allthingsbaking.org/business-of-baking-for-beginners/

The registration fee is $235 and includes an All Things Baking Expo pass.

 

Schedule of Events

8:30 am – 08:45 am

Opening Remarks

08:45 am - 09:30 am

What Type of Store Do You Want to Open? Pros and Cons

09:30 am - 10:00 am

Opening a Store – A Guide and a Checklist (Handout)

10:00 am - 10:15 am

Break

10:15 am - 10:50 am

Social Media – Videos and Results – Geo Fencing - New Concept

10:50 am - 11:10 am

Marketing and Promotions – Basics

11:10 am - 12:00 pm

Location & Building – Part 1

12:00 pm - 01:15 pm

Break for Lunch (On Your Own)

1:15 pm - 2:00 pm

Now That You’re Building It – Equip It – Part 2

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Marketing Groups – California Raisins – How to Use

2:30 pm - 2:50 pm

7 Things You Should Change in a Service Contract

2:50 pm - 3:30 pm

Chart of Accounts & Industry Matrix Guides

3:30 pm - 3:45 pm

Break

3:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Lively Q&A – 5 Bakers and 200+ Years of Experience