Vice President of Education & Industry Relations

IDDBA | Dairy • Deli • Bakery Industry

IDDBA is seeking a strategic, collaborative Vice President of Education & Industry Relations to lead the development and delivery of high-value education programs and industry engagement initiatives serving both manufacturer and retail members across the Dairy, Deli, and Bakery sectors.

This senior leadership role oversees education strategy, industry partnerships, and a team of five professionals, while serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead IDDBA’s education and industry relations strategy, aligning programs with member needs and organizational goals.
• Oversee education offerings including live events, publications, professional development, and industry initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry leaders, partners, and stakeholders.
• Represent IDDBA at industry events, conferences, and meetings.
• Manage and develop a high-performing team (Industry Relations, Education Coordinators, and administrative support).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Events, Marketing, Membership, and Operations teams.
• Develop, Direct, & promote a dynamic team of industry professionals in the creation & execution of our What’s In Store Live concept & venue.
• Support revenue-generating education and engagement initiatives.
• Manage departmental budgets and ensure programs are delivered on time and within budget.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree or 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in education, industry relations, or member engagement.
• Experience in nonprofit, trade association, or industry-related environments strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage programs, and build trusted industry relationships.
• Strategic thinker with strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Collaborative Management Style
• Strong Communication Skills
• Industry Knowledge
• Financial Acumen
• Integrity and Professionalism

Why Join IDDBA

• Mission-driven organization serving a dynamic, evolving industry.
• Opportunity to shape education and workforce development across the food retail ecosystem.
• Collaborative culture with national reach and industry impact.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Location: Madison, WI-Hybrid (Minimum 3 days in office per week)

Travel: Required for industry events and meetings

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Bonus Incentive Program
• PTO & Flex Comp Time
• Lucrative 401(k) Match Program
• 90/10 Health Care Program
• Life Insurance
• Section 125 Cafeteria Program
• Federal Paid Holidays

Ready to lead with purpose and energy?
Send your resume and cover letter to hr@iddba.org and help shape the future of community, connection, and commerce in the dairy, deli, and bakery industry.

About International Dairy Deli Bakery Association

The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) is a nonprofit trade association for food retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, brokers, distributors, and other industry professionals. Our membership includes over 1,100 companies ranging from small independents to the world's largest corporations. IDDBA helps its members enhance their economic position by providing opportunities for professional dialogue, education, exchange of industry data and selling opportunities. IDDBA produces top industry trends reports and original research, and develops training programs on marketing, merchandising, management and operations, food safety, and customer service. The IDDBA show is a vital networking event for the industry, featuring the finest in dairy, deli and bakery. The annual tradeshow attracts over 9,500 registrants, includes over 1,900 exhibit booths, and features distinguished and internationally-recognized speakers such as business leaders, key policy makers, former presidents, celebrity chefs, and star athletes.

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