Exchange Education

GEAPS Exchange Education

Learn from industry professionals, interact with our themed Innovation Stations, or get engaged with the keynote presentation. You’re sure to learn something new to take home with you. The great slate of education at GEAPS Exchange is made possible by the Exchange Educational Programming Committee. The team of GEAPS member volunteers plan sessions in a variety of formats.

Keynote Speaker

Captain Jack Becker

Sunday, February 22 at 8 a.m.

Take off with Captain Jack Becker’s Supersonic Success keynote—a high-energy, results-driven session inspired by elite fighter pilots. Learn a simple, repeatable process to build on wins, avoid repeat mistakes, and keep your team agile, cohesive, and performing at its best. Perfect for every role—from operations and maintenance to safety and logistics. Get ready to make your team a Top Gun!

Idea Exchange

Come see short presentations from a variety of speakers on some of the newest and most innovative products and ideas in the grain and grain processing industries. 

What’s New?

Includes new products and services developed for grain operations during the past year.  

Small Changes: Big Impact 

Highlights ideas grain operations managers and workers put into practice to improve safety or efficiency at their facilities or enhance environmental awareness, company culture, or community involvement. 

Concurrent Education Sessions

Several 45-minute to hour-long presentations are delivered by industry professionals who provide important and useful industry-specific education. Join us for topics on grain operations, safety, employee development, processing and more! 

Innovation Stations

The most interactive of the learning opportunities at Exchange, Innovation Stations offer collaborative learning opportunities in the Expo Hall. Designed for groups of approximately 60 attendees, these sessions feature interactive presentations and equipment demonstrations in an open concept on the expo hall floor. Innovation Stations are themed aligning with the five comprehensive tracks: Processing, Safety, Employee Development, Maintenance and Grain Operations. Explore a variety of topics that interest you. 

Education Plans

GEAPS Exchange offers a variety of interactive learning and professional training sessions to help you meet your educational goals. To get the most out of your experience, we recommend purchasing a full registration package, which includes access to all educational content.

The Exchange Educational Programming Committee (EPC) has designed a program tailored to your needs.