22 April 2023 * Vol. 45, No. 3 FEATURES 15 22 35 35 Train Them Up Investing in employees' futures can provide incentives to develop a career in baking. Capturing the Magic Fantasy Cookie returns to what it does best: making dreams come true for branded companies seeking a mid-sized comanufacturer of cookies and bars. The Real Deal Tortilla and flatbread producers return to their roots with traditional and better-for-you products for every eating occasion. 15 Cover: Bakeries are struggling to hold onto employees, but investing in automation and providing employees a clear path in their careers can help with both labor reduction and retention. Eli Lindauer www.bakingbusiness.com / April 2023 Baking & Snack 5http://www.bakingbusiness.com