The Perfect Rise: Conversations with RBA
"The Perfect Rise: Conversations with RBA" is your all-access pass to the heart of the retail baking industry. Each episode brings you inside the kitchen with leading bakers, educators, and innovators who share their stories, tips, and insights. From the secrets of achieving the perfect loaf to navigating business growth, we explore what it takes to elevate your baking craft and career. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, an aspiring baker, or simply hungry for inspiration, tune in and discover how the Retail Bakers of America helps you rise to every challenge—and savor every success.
The Perfect Rise: Conversations with RBA
Chef Lee Ann Adams on what it takes to become a CMB
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What does it really take to earn the title of Certified Master Baker, and what can the credential unlock in a baker’s career?
In this encore episode of The Perfect Rise, Kimberly Houston speaks with Chef LeAnn Adams, CMB, about one of the baking industry’s most respected professional certifications. Chef LeAnn shares her journey to becoming a Certified Master Baker, the intense preparation required for the practical exam, and why even highly experienced bakers must stretch beyond their specialties to succeed.
The conversation also explores the career opportunities, professional community, and credibility that can come with certification. Most importantly, Chef LeAnn explains why mentorship, openness to feedback, and a willingness to support the next generation are essential parts of mastering the craft.
Whether you are considering certification, mentoring another baker, or looking for your next opportunity to grow, this conversation offers an honest look at what it means to pursue excellence in baking.
