Bakery

Commercial Bakeries Announces the Strategic Acquisition of Imagine Baking

May 16, 2024 Commercial Bakeries

This marks the first add-on acquisition for Commercial Bakeries since Graham Partners (“Graham”), a private investment firm targeting investing in advanced manufacturing companies, acquired Commercial Bakeries in September 2023. Imagine Baking provides an opportunity for the combined company to expand its capabilities and capitalize on the growing trend towards private label baked snacks in the North American cookie and cracker market.  …

Grupo Bimbo and Oobli Partner to Integrate Sweet Proteins in Baked Goods

May 16, 2024 Grupo Bimbo

Oobli and Grupo Bimbo have entered into a formal agreement to integrate sweet proteins as a completely new way to sweeten baked goods. This marks the first time Grupo Bimbo will test sweet proteins in a number of baked goods categories core to Bimbo’s brand portfolio. …

Gonnella’s New Signature Look Resonates with Shoppers & Brand Legacy

May 16, 2024 Gonnella Baking Company

Ready to make a bold change, Gonnella increased appetite appeal with fresh, new photography to inspire culinary creations, while reminding customers of Gonnella’s trusted brand quality and heritage. A total of 4 new designs were tested against existing packaging with feedback from over 1,100 shoppers in a recent Nielsen Bases Study, revealing what consumers value most about the Gonnella brand and a clear preference for the new look. …

Kaho Partners Sells Kenny’s Great Pies to Dessert Holdings, a Portfolio Company of Bain Capital

May 16, 2024 Kaho Partners

Based in Smyrna, GA, Kenny’s is a premier manufacturer of high quality, clean label, cream-based pies and pie fillings. The Company sells millions of branded and private label pies through grocery, club store, and foodservice channels. Kenny’s signature product is its Key lime pie, which is made with 100% pure, freshly squeezed, authentic Key limes. …

Sweetmore Bakeries Announces Acquisition of Cinnamon Roll Manufacturer Sweet Eddie’s

May 15, 2024 Sweetmore Bakeries

Sweetmore Bakeries is pleased to announce that it has completed an acquisition of Sweet Eddie’s Inc., a wholesale manufacturer of cinnamon rolls and other high-quality baked goods. The acquisition of Sweet Eddie’s will add to the already expansive set of premium products offered by Sweetmore Bakeries across retail and foodservice channels. …