Building Your Bakery: From Vision to Viable Business  

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

4:00pm – 6:00pm ET | Via Zoom 

Ready to turn your bakery idea into reality?  

This exclusive six-part webinar series guides aspiring and early-stage bakery owners through the essential steps of building and running a successful bakery business. Led by experienced bakers and industry experts, each 2-hour session delivers practical strategies, real-world insights, and useful tools to help you turn your vision into a viable, working business.  

Session 1: Bakery Foundations & Business Models  

Starting a bakery can feel overwhelming. This session helps you cut through the noise and understand where to begin.  

• Understand the realities of bakery ownership, including the time and lifestyle demands   

• Explore different bakery models (retail, wholesale, café, production-only)   

• Understand your market and where opportunities and challenges may exist 

Session 2: Planning, Pricing & Financial Basics  

Great baked goods are only as strong as the numbers behind them. Learn the financial fundamentals every bakery owner needs to know.  

• Understand the difference between startup costs and operating capital   

• Learn what it really costs to run a bakery, from ingredients to labor to utilities   

• Learn the basics of pricing baked goods for profitability   

• Understand cash flow—and why paying yourself matters   

• See how all of this comes together in a workable business plan   

Session 3: Business Set Up, Funding & Legal Considerations  

The decisions you make early on can save—or cost—you money. Learn how to set up your business the right way from the start.  

• Choose the business structure that makes sense for you (sole proprietor, LLC, corporation)   

• Assemble your professional team—banker, accountant, and other advisors   

• Explore realistic options for accessing capital   

• Navigate taxes, permits, insurance, and other regulatory requirements   

Session 4: Designing the Bakery Operation  

Behind every great bakery is a system that works. This session shows you how to build the foundation that keeps things running smoothly.  

• Decide what products to offer—and how to keep your menu manageable   

• Learn how to stay organized with purchasing and inventory   

• Understand the essentials of food safety and sanitation   

• Create clear routines and guidelines so your bakery runs consistently   

Session 5: Staffing, Training & Daily Management  

You can’t do it all alone—at least not for long. Learn how to build a team and structure that supports your bakery (and your sanity).  

• Figure out when it’s time to hire—and who to hire first   

• Train staff to work efficiently and consistently   

• Build schedules that support production without exhausting your team   

• Handle communication and performance issues with confidence   

• Manage your own time and energy to avoid burnout   

Session 6: Marketing, Growth & Long-Term Sustainability  

Opening is just the beginning. This session focuses on building a bakery that lasts.  

• Define your brand and get the word out   

• Build and retain a loyal customer base   

• Track key metrics like product sales, labor, and waste   

• Recognize when it’s time to grow—and when it’s not   

• Learn from common mistakes that cause bakeries to struggle or close   

Participants will leave with a clearer vision, a stronger business foundation, and a realistic understanding of what it takes to bring a bakery to life. Each session includes ample time for questions and discussion.  

Register for the full series or attend individual sessions. 

This series is presented in partnership with Cybake.