Cookware and Bakeware Alliance Extends Special Invitation to Prospective Members for Its 104th Annual Spring Meeting

BRADLEY BEACH, N.J.— The Cookware and Bakeware Alliance (CBA) announced the details of its 104th Annual Spring Meeting, a virtual two-day event taking place May 12–13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern each day. Under the theme Uniting the Industry, the meeting will convene manufacturers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders for two days of expert presentations, legislative updates, market intelligence, and peer dialogue aimed at strengthening the cookware and bakeware industry as a whole.

This year, the CBA is setting an ambitious goal: 100 percent member company participation. The virtual format removes the barriers of travel and scheduling, making it possible for every member organization to have a seat at the table—and the CBA is encouraging companies to take full advantage of the group pricing by sending multiple team members.

“This meeting has never been more important,” said Fran Attilio, Managing Director of the CBA. “The issues on our agenda—legislative developments, market trends, retail shifts, and what’s happening in European markets—affect every company in our industry. We want every member at the table this year, and we’ve made it as easy as possible to make that happen.”

Featured Speakers

The two-day agenda features a distinguished lineup of speakers delivering timely intelligence across market trends, product legislation, and industry direction:

Tobias Gerfin, FEC / Kuhn Rikon: European Industry Update — A firsthand look at regulatory shifts and market dynamics across European markets and their implications for U.S. manufacturers.

Fatima Linares, Euromonitor: Trends in Cookware — Fresh data on where the cookware category is moving, including consumer behavior shifts and emerging product preferences.

Peter Giannetti, IHA / HomePage News: State of the Industry Report — A comprehensive annual read on the housewares industry, where retail is shifting, and what the data signals for the year ahead.

Eden Rosenbush: Connecting Testing and Technology with Retailer Needs — A practical session bridging product performance data with what retailers are actively asking for.

Tom Lee, Latham & Watkins: Legislation Update: Beyond Food Contact Surfaces — A complete update on the legislative landscape affecting consumer products, including PFAS developments and broader regulatory trends at the state and federal level.

Agenda at a Glance

Day 1 — Tuesday, May 12 | 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Eastern

11:00 a.m. — Welcome, President Mike Otterman

11:30 a.m. — European Industry Update | Tobias Gerfin, FEC / Kuhn Rikon

1:00 p.m. — Industry Insights | President Mike Otterman

1:30 p.m. — General Meeting | Fran Attilio, Managing Director

2:45 p.m. — Trends in Cookware | Fatima Linares, Euromonitor

3:45 p.m. — Day 1 Wrap-Up

Day 2 — Wednesday, May 13 | 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Eastern

11:00 a.m. — Welcome, Incoming President Chris Bauman

11:30 a.m. — State of the Industry Report | Peter Giannetti, IHA / HomePage News

1:00 p.m. — Connecting Testing and Technology with Retailer Needs | Eden Rosenbush

2:15 p.m. — Legislation Update: Beyond Food Contact Surfaces | Tom Lee, Latham & Watkins

3:45 p.m. — Day 2 Wrap-Up

Registration Details

Registration for the 2026 Annual Spring Meeting is open now and closes Friday, May 1, 2026. Pricing is structured to make team participation accessible:

$150 for one attendee

$250 for two or more attendees from the same company (up to 10)

$400 for non-members

Cancellations will be accepted up to May 1, 2026. No refunds will be issued after that date.

Members and those considering membership can register for the event here.

A Special Opportunity for Prospective Members

The 2026 Annual Spring Meeting is open to non-members who are considering joining the CBA. Prospective members are encouraged to experience firsthand the caliber of intelligence, collaboration, and community the Alliance provides.

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—making this an ideal entry point for companies evaluating membership.

Event Sponsors

The 2026 Annual Spring Meeting is proudly sponsored by CBA Industry Connection Sponsors: Flat River Group, Freight Management LLC, GVO LLC, Motivational Fulfillment & Logistics Services, and Registria.

About the Cookware and Bakeware Alliance

The Cookware and Bakeware Alliance (CBA) is a not-for-profit trade association owned by its membership: manufacturers of cookware and bakeware with substantial operations and headquarters in the United States. The CBA advocates for the industry, advances engineering standards, promotes good science, and provides its members with the resources and connections they need to navigate an evolving marketplace. Learn more at cookwareandbakeware.org.

Media Contact

Gayla Scrivener

Cookware and Bakeware Alliance

(732) 361-3710

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