In My Words gives industry representatives who are currently in the limelight, a chance to introduce themselves to Food & Beverage Today readers.

In June this year, Dion Ram, a trainee baker at Yarrows in Manaia won the title of Weston Milling Trainee of the Year and took home $19,000 in prizes. Half way through his reign as winner, Dion tells us what difference the win has made to his life.