IDDBA president/CEO Michael Eardley to retire

Madison, Wis. — The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) announced the upcoming retirement of President and CEO, Michael Eardley at its annual board meeting in Rosemont, Ill.

“We are thankful for Mike’s guidance of the association throughout his tenure. His knowledge and dedication to our industry enabled IDDBA to grow our annual trade show event and year-round educational resources,” said Dotty Vandermolen of Fresh Solutions, and immediate past chair of the Board.

With Eardley’s forthcoming retirement, the IDDBA Executive Committee has begun the search process for the next President and CEO of the Association. The committee will be accepting letters of interest and resumes through Dec. 3, 2022. Interested parties should submit these requirements via email to Katie Hilbrands at khilbrands@iddba.org. The committee will reach out to finalists for an interview during the month of January 2023.