Exchange Education

Exchange Education gives attendees direct access to learn from industry professionals on topics such as grain processing, maintenance, emerging industry trends, safety, workforce development, and more!

GEAPS Exchange Education

The Exchange Education lineup explores fresh ideas, practical strategies, and insights in the grain and grain processing industries. The high-value learning opportunities below are shaped by the Education Programming Committee (EPC). This dedicated group of GEAPS members works year-round to select, review, and support an engaging program designed to inform, inspire, and connect attendees.

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Concurrent Education Sessions

Exchange Education Sessions bring attendees face-to-face with industry professionals for engaging, practical learning experiences designed to spark new ideas and strengthen skills. These one hour, classroom-style sessions connect attendees with relevant and industry-specific learning aligned with our Exchange Education Tracks.

Innovation Stations

Exchange Innovation Stations bring hands-on learning directly to the Expo Hall floor. These 45-minute sessions give attendees an up-close look at industry-specific insights through interactive presentations and equipment/technology demonstrations designed to spark ideas, showcase new approaches, and connect learning with real-word grain industry applications. This year, Innovation Stations are bigger than ever, highlighting new industry enhancements!

General Session

Kick off Exchange with our General Session featuring the Keynote Address, Award Recognition Program, and Idea Exchange! This high-energy experience sets the tone for the days ahead by celebrating industry professionals, spotlighting fresh opportunities from GEAPS, and building momentum for everything Exchange has to offer.

Idea Exchange

At the conclusion of the General Session, the Idea Exchange puts the spotlight on the newest products, processes, and services shaping the grain and grain processing industries. In these fast-paced, five-minute presentations, attendees will discover fresh ideas and practical opportunities to improve facility safety and efficiency, strengthen environmental awareness, enhance company culture, and expand community involvement.

It’s about the camaraderie. It’s about the networking and it’s about seeing those people that maybe you only talk to on the phone or over email, but you never actually get to see in person.

Jeff Trudell | Bulk Conveyors (BCI)

Exchange is the single best way to network and connect with industry partners. Each year I see a new exhibitors offering technology from parallel industries offering solutions to our problems.

Austin Carpenter | Clear Creek & Associates, Inc.

One of my high points was getting to talk to vendors face-to-face. Exchange is usually my only chance of the year to shake their hands.

Steve Myers | Bunge

Exchange offers everyone the opportunity to learn, network and enjoy the company of others within the industry.

Darren Zink | Tuthill Transfer System