During the 2016 International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE), taking place from October 8–11 in Las Vegas, baking industry professionals working in the retail bakery sector will have a wide range of opportunities to explore. IBIE has joined forces with the Retail Bakers of America to give retail bakers greater access to the new suppliers, new ideas and networking opportunities. Retail bakery professionals can also take advantage of RBA’s famous educational programming, hands-on demonstrations and inspiring competitions stay ahead of changing consumer trends.

This month’s Retail Bakery Spotlight takes a look at Talerico-Martin Bakery, operated by Robert Talerico and Michael “Mickey” Martin. Their bakery business has operated in the wholesale market for over 30 years and only recently expanded into retail baking with a storefront accessible by the public. To learn more about this business, we reached out to Talerico and Martin, owners and founders of the bakery.