The Cookware & Bakeware Alliance (CBA) announced an expanded speaker roster for its 104th Annual Spring Meeting, a two-day virtual event taking place May 12–13, 2026.
Under the theme “Uniting the Industry,” the meeting will convene manufacturers, suppliers and other industry stakeholders for two days of expert presentations, legislative updates, market intelligence and peer dialogue aimed at strengthening the cookware and bakeware industry, said Fran Attilio, CBA managing director.
The expanded agenda maintains the original daily schedule of 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with no change to ticket pricing.
The expanded two-day schedule includes:
May 12th
- How the US and EU Legislation Activity Differs and EU Movement on PFAS Legislation, Presented by Tobias Gerfin, FEC
- *Circular By Design: How Close The Loop Keeps Materials in Motion, Presented by Lynette Burk, Close The Loop
- Industry Insights: Where We Are and Where We Are Going, Presented by Mike Otterman, CBA President
- CBA Headquarters Report & Committee In Action Updates: Together, We’re Shaping a Stronger, Safer Future for Our Industry
- *Turning Up the Heat: How the Cookware & Bakeware Market Can Take Action in Today’s Market to Maximize Opportunities, Presented by Joe Derochowski, Circana
May 13th
- IHA: State of the Industry Report, Presented by Peter Giannetti, IHA/HomePage News
- Legislation Update: Beyond Food Contact Surfaces – A Complete Update on Legislation Impacting Consumer Products (with an introduction from the CSA on US legislation activity), Presented by Steve Burns, CSA & Tom Lee, Latham & Watkins
- *Industry Update from the Appliances Industry, Presented by Kelly Mariotti, AHAM
- *Your Next Big Opportunity: AI Answer Engine Optimization — Does AI Recommend Your Brand?, Presented by Doug Murless, ChatFeatured
(* denotes recently added speakers)
Registration for the 2026 CBA Annual Spring Meeting is now open and closes on Friday, May 1, 2026. Members and those considering membership can register for the event here. Registration cost is $150 for one attendee; $250 for two or more attendees from the same company (up to 10); and $400 for non-members.
Non-members who attend the meeting and apply for CBA membership by May 18, 2026, will have the cost of their event ticket deducted from their first year’s dues, according to CBA.
The 2026 CBA Annual Spring Meeting is sponsored by Flat River Group, Freight Management LLC, GVO LLC, Motivational Fulfillment & Logistics Services and Registria.
