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Passing on bakery businesses: a key challenge for the industry

Passing on bakery businesses: a key challenge for the industry

Jan 18, 2026
12:30 PM - 1:05 PM
Scène Forum
Dual view
To ensure the long-term vitality of France’s network of artisan bakeries, the issue of business succession has become more strategic than ever. How can we inspire new generations to embrace entrepreneurship despite the growing complexity of the profession? The challenges are many—financing, management, generational and cultural gaps… What tools does the industry provide to support them and help them succeed while finding fulfillment in their craft?