Ab​out Bainbridge:
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Bainbridge Associates, established in January 1996, specializes in providing essential services and unique capability to the North American confectionery, bakery, and snack markets. We serve as a primary domestic sales and service resource for leading global manufacturers of process equipment used across these industries, enabling the production of a variety of end products. Our expertise spans from ingredient preparation, cooking, forming to product enhancement, packaging, and other critical production needs.
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With decades of experience in delivering tailored process and production solutions, Bainbridge Associates plays a high-profile role within industry associations such as NCA, RCI, PMCA, AACT, and PMMI. We actively engage in major trade shows, technical conferences, and conventions relevant to our markets, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry advancements and best practices.
Meet The Team:
Ross Bainbridge
Ross Bainbridge retired in 2021, he began his confectionery and snack industry experience in the late 1960's, relating to connections with APV Baker (i.e. Werner Lehara / Baker Perkins). He was responsible for confectionery equipment sales from the early 1970's through the mid 1990's. Ross has served on many National Confectioners Association committees, such as the All Candy Expo, Associate Advisory Board, and as the supplier representative on the NCA Board of Directors.
Bryan Bainbridge
Bryan Bainbridge began the position of Principal Partner in 2021 upon the retirement of his father, Ross Bainbridge. Bryan commenced his career with the company in June 1997, acquiring extensive experience in customer support, sales, and project management. Additionally, he has contributed as a member of the Candy Industry Kettle Committee.
Erv Klein
Erv Klein initiated his career with APV Baker (Werner Lehara/Baker Perkins) in the late 1970s, serving as a field service technician and in confectionery sales until 2001. Following this, he established E. Klein Associates, representing Imperial Design Technologies, before joining Bainbridge Associates in 2013.
Adam Stearns
Adam Stearns has been involved in the sales of processing and packaging equipment for the confectionery, food, and pharmaceutical industries since 2007. He began his career at EquipNet in equipment sales and subsequently served as the manager of Driam USA, representing Driam Anlagenbau GmbH and Maschinpex Maschinenbau GmbH in the Americas. Adam joined Bainbridge Associates in January 2019.
Ayva Kooistra
Ayva Kooistra is a recent graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University, earning a degree in Marketing with a concentration in Digital Marketing Strategies. Passionate about leveraging innovative marketing techniques to drive business growth, Ayva joined Bainbridge Associates in July 2024 as a Sales and Marketing Coordinator. Ayva is dedicated to making impactful contributions utilizing her skills in marketing to achieve measurable results and drive business success.