Access a wealth of educational opportunities tailored specifically for dairy processors at CheeseCon, hosted by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) and the Center for Dairy Research (CDR), taking place from April 15-17, 2025, in Madison, Wisconsin.
“We're pleased to partner with CDR to once again bring together the brightest minds in dairy,” said John Umhoefer, WCMA Executive Director. “These leaders are set to share the latest insights and ideas on the topics that matter most to today’s dairy manufacturers and processors. From sustainability and exporting to food safety and product quality, and much more, CheeseCon covers it all.”
CheeseCon kicks off on Wednesday, April 16, with a must-see Opening Keynote Panel: Mastering Change Management in Dairy's Evolving Environment. Industry leaders will share actionable strategies to balance vision with agility, harness emerging technology, build inclusive cultures, and navigate dynamic markets and politics. Notable speakers include Betty Thompson, Chair of the Board of the Society for Human Resource Management, and a panel of dairy industry leaders featuring Heather Anfang of Land O' Lakes Inc., Bob Sarver of Great Lakes Cheese, and David Scharfman of Specialty Cheese Company.
Following the keynote, attendees can explore a variety of thought-provoking breakout sessions:
The WCMA Recognition Breakfast on Thursday, April 17, sponsored by dsm-firmenich, precedes additional seminar offerings:
Moreover, an Interactive Workshop for Specialty Cheesemakers provides hands-on experience with cheese ripening and aging, limited to 25 participants.
CheeseCon is open to dairy processors and manufacturers, exhibitors, suppliers, government employees, and members of academia. Register by January 28 for a 20 percent discount on Full and Single Day Registrations. Optional add-ons include the elegant U.S. Champions Awards Banquet and WCMA Young Professionals Reception. For more information, click here.
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