In this inspiring episode of The Perfect Rise, host Kimberly Houston sits down with Amy Emberling, Managing Partner at the legendary Zingerman’s Bakehouse, to explore what it really takes to build a bakery business that lasts—not just in years, but in values, vision, and community impact.
Amy shares how she went from baking as a child in Nova Scotia to helping build one of the most respected bakeries in the country. You’ll hear her journey through the food industry, her surprising detour into corporate consulting, and why she ultimately returned to the world of artisan bread and purpose-driven leadership.
We dig into: ✔️ How to define your North Star as a bakery owner
✔️ The biggest shifts in baking and food safety since the ’90s
✔️ Why your dream bakery starts with knowing how you want to live
✔️ What most people get wrong about pricing and the real cost of food
✔️ Amy’s advice for aspiring bakers before they open their doors
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Whether you’re running a busy shop or dreaming of your first storefront, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in the baking industry.
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