FaB Wisconsin | The State's Food and Beverage Business Network

Wisconsin’s Food and Beverage Business Network

We’re FaB Wisconsin, and we’re working to make our state the best place to grow your food and beverage industry business. From bakers to banks, we’re here to connect our members to resources, expertise, and a powerful network to fuel their growth.

Local and global. Big and small. Nutrient-dense and decadence. We’re here for the food and beverage makers, manufacturers, distributors, and all of those who support and supply the industry. Join us!

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Upcoming Webinars & Events

Cannabinoid Compliance in Wisconsin Food & Beverage Products + A Look at Something Special from Wisconsin™

July 14, 2026
Webinar

As hemp-derived cannabinoids gain traction, Wisconsin food and beverage companies must navigate evolving regulations. Join this member webinar featuring insights from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) on compliance and safety in the cannabinoid space, plus information on leveraging the Something Special from Wisconsin™ program.

Business Before Hours at Valentine Coffee Co.

August 6, 2026
Valentine Coffee Co. | Milwaukee, WI

FaB Wisconsin, MMAC, and Valentine Coffee invite you to a special collaborative networking morning. Kick-start your morning with meaningful connections, great conversation and exceptional coffee at Valentine Coffee – one of Milwaukee’s thoughtfully crafted, purpose-driven roasters. Join us to network with fellow members and industry professionals, learn more about Valentine’s approach to coffee and community, and start your day with a local brew that does good and tastes even better!

Diving Into the Results of the Total Reward Survey

September 24, 2026
MRA | Waukesha, WI

FaB Wisconsin has partnered with members to develop the 2026 Total Rewards Survey, designed to better understand compensation, benefits, and retention strategies across the industry. Join us for a deep dive into the results , offering valuable benchmarks and insights you can use to evaluate and strengthen your own approach. MRA will also share perspectives on current workforce trends, challenges, and strategies, helping to bring additional context to the data and how companies are adapting in today’s environment.

Testimonial: Stephanie Sobczak

“Organizations like FaB Wisconsin bring this industry together in a way that’s truly hard to replicate. I think here in Wisconsin in particular, there’s a strong sense of pride in what we produce. Whether it’s dairy, beverages, prepared foods, or one of the manufacturing-adjacent companies, there is a general sense of willingness to support each other and share knowledge to keep that standard high, and I see that commonality shared often throughout this group.”

— Stephanie Sobczak, Business Development Director at Eurofins

Testimonial: Brian Durst

“FaB brings together a community of companies and individuals interested in helping to grow the food ecosystem here in Wisconsin. Practically, the authentic relationships developed through FaB allow my company to answer questions quickly and rapidly navigate new obstacles. We’re happy to then share our learnings with others to continue to advance the whole FaB community.”

— Brian Durst, Chairman & CEO of Tribe 9 Foods

Testimonial: Matt Wessel

“From the minute we joined FaB, we realized the power of being connected to other like-minded manufacturing businesses that were facing many of the same questions we were. We continue to highlight the networking piece as the biggest benefit we’ve realized in being FaB members, and one of the reasons we will continue to be members.”

— Matt Wessel, Owner & COO of Milwaukee Pretzel Co.

Testimonial: Stacy La Point

“We joined FaB to be part of Wisconsin’s Food and Beverage community and gain access to the organization’s resources and services. FaB is important to the food and beverage industry in Wisconsin with access to professionals to consult, staffing connections and regulatory compliance assistance as well as an array of events that build networks and open business opportunities.”

— Stacy La Point, Owner of Fresh Is Best

Testimonial: Giacomo Fallucca

“We have a saying at Palermo’s: we want to win with our people so we can win with our customers. One of the keys to the success of our people is learning from the great food and beverage companies here in Wisconsin. FaB is an excellent connector, allowing us to connect and meet with other manufacturers and industry companies to reach this goal. This is why we’ve been members from the very beginning and continue to be members. A FaB membership gives you this opportunity for a competitive advantage.”