WASHINGTON DC — The American Bakers Association (ABA) has announced the appointment of Eric Dell, JD, MBA, as the organization’s new president and CEO. Dell will lead the association’s mission of promoting and growing the baking industry in partnership with its more than 300 members.
Dell will succeed current president and CEO Robb MacKie, who announced in June that he will be retiring at the end of this year. In July, ABA’s Search Committee, under the leadership of board chair Cordia Harrington, worked in partnership with executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles.
“Eric is an energetic, dynamic and politically savvy leader who exudes passion for his work and his family,” said Harrington, founder and CEO of Crown Bakeries. “He is the ideal successor to carry on the strong reputation and foundation built by Robb MacKie and the ABA team.”