American Bakers Association
Food and Beverage ServicesDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
American Bakers Association (ABA) is a long-established trade association serving the U.S. commercial baking industry. Based in Washington, DC, and founded in 1897, it represents more than 350 member companies along the baking facility and supply-chain ecosystem. The organization provides advocacy, research on industry trends, and thought leadership, as well as networking events, knowledge sharing, and workforce development resources. Its value to members lies in a collective policy voice, access to industry insights, and programs that support workforce skill development. The ABA positions itself as the leading trade association for the commercial baking sector, with a focus on growing the category and promoting the industry as a workplace. A notable recent development is its 2025 Great Place To Work certification, reflecting its internal culture and standards.