About American Pie Council
About American Pie Council
Championing Pie Excellence Since 1995
The American Pie Council® has risen to become a national culinary force, championing pie excellence through its prestigious championships. Born in 1995 from a friendly neighborhood rivalry, the APC evolved under the visionary leadership of Rick and Linda Hoskins, transforming into a platform for commercial, professional and amateur bakers alike.
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Fun Facts
$2.2 billion pies sold in grocery stores in 2022.
50 million pumpkin pies devoured each November.
1 in 5 Americans have eaten an entire pie by themselves.
Membership
Beyond crusts and fillings, discover a world of discounts, exclusive events, and pie-tastic surprises
Beyond crusts and fillings, discover a world of discounts, exclusive events, and pie-tastic surprises. Membership isn’t just a bonus, it’s a delicious adventure. An APC membership unlocks exclusive access to expert tips, secret techniques, and a vibrant community that elevates your baking from good to legendary.
Amateur
Amateur members get access to industry knowledge, grow their pie making skills, connect with peers, and learn from professionals.
Professional
Professional members get business to business networking, supplier connections, keys to build their rand, and ability to showcase their talent.
Commercial
Commercial members can influence the pie industry, generate leads & sales, reach target audiences, and be featured in the APC pie directory.
Board of Directors
The Pie Council’s board, a diverse group of pie lovers and experts, works together to shape the future of pie-making. They focus on more than just baking, strategizing to preserve pie heritage, nurture talent, and promote pie as a symbol of community and joy.
Rick Hoskins
CEO
Colborne Foodbotics
Lake Forest, Illinois
Favorite Pie?
Chocolate Cream Pie!
As the son of two pioneers in the American Pie Council, Rich and Linda Hoskins, I have spent decades attending the APC National Pie Championships and Great American Pie Festival. So many great memories and relationships created from the love of pie. I am really excited about the future of our industry and look forward to promoting the consumption of pie.
Anna Lawrence
Regional Sales Manager
Jessie Lord Bakery
Torrance, California
Favorite Pie?
Coconut Custard Pie
I have developed a passion for pies, gathering the best of each ingredient to create a finished product with an amazing flavor profile. I feel like pies bring happiness and togetherness when enjoying with family and friends. I look forward to continuing to develop and share my love of pies with future generations.
Edward Lee
Industrial Baking Sales Manager
Joy Baking Group
Chicago, Illinois
Favorite Pie?
Pecan!
I have been in and out of bakeries since I was 8 years old accompanying my father while reporting for Modern Baking Magazine. Pie has always been a staple at our family parties and a focal point of my last 20 years working in the baking industry. I love the creativity pie bakers can bring to the table and learn about how we can contribute to the advancement of ideas for the category!
Ryan Morris
Sr. Brand Manager
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery
Chicago, Illinois
Favorite Pie?
Chef Pierre Apple Hi-Pie
After years in market research with Neilsen, then onto Kraft Heinz where I managed an array of brands from cream cheese to salad dressings to soups, I now am a senior brand manager in food service with Sara Lee Frozen Bakery. from National Pie Day doubles as my birthday! So you could say I was “born for this role.” I’ll be celebrating with my family, including a one-month old daughter.
Michele Stuart
Owner
Michele’s Pies,
Norwalk, Connecticut
Favorite Pie?
Country Apple!
My favorite memories growing up are the hours I spent in the kitchen with my grandmother. I always told her that one day I was going to own a pie shop. I began that journey in 2006. In 2007 I won my first blue ribbon at the APC NPC and since then the APC has been an important part of my pie career.
Dylan Wickersham
Sales & Marketing
Wick’s Pies
Winchester, Indiana
Favorite Pie?
Sugar Cream!
I have grown up in the pie industry as the third generation of Wick’s Pies, which was started by my grandfather Duane “Wick” Wickersham in 1944. I oversee the marketing and sales, including leading our e-commerce. My wife Mitzi and I have three children Ruby, Reese and Kai. When we aren’t eating pie, we enjoy the outdoors — mountain biking, snowboarding and surfing.