
40th Annual Chocolate Ball
Cake Competition Judges
Meet Our Judges
We are pleased to welcome our 2026 judging panel!
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Tommy Brunett
Founder, Iron Smoke Distillery
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Dr. Ashley Cross
Founding Executive Director, HOPE585
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Tammy Fuchs
Pastry Chef, Genesee Valley Club
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Michelle Hess, Judge
Pastry Chef, Engine 14 Brewery
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Mina Hoyt
Hospitality Manager, Personal Touch Food Services at Bishop Kearney High School
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Dr. Heidi Macpherson
President, SUNY Brockport
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Kelly Scott
Owner, Get Caked Bakery
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Elaine Spaull
Executive Director, The Center for Youth
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Michelle Woods
Real Estate Agent, Empire Realty Group
