Get to know the incredible lineup of speakers before you arrive in Kansas City! With decades of combined expertise, these presenters are eager to share their knowledge at GEAPS Exchange.
Take a look at their bios, then come prepared to dive into engaging, interactive sessions designed for learning and collaboration.

Keynote Speaker

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Keynote Speaker: Pamela Barnum

GEAPS Exchange 2025

Keynote Speaker: Pamela Barnum

Sunday, February 23, 2025 
8 – 9:30 a.m.
Convention Center

Pamela Barnum will deliver the keynote address Sunday, February 23.  Former undercover police officer and federal prosecuting attorney, Pamela Barnum, will deliver an engaging keynote on tactical influence, where you will learn how to close the gap between intentions and impact, resulting in improved outcomes critical to success.


Concurrent Education Session Speakers

Join us for 45–60 minute presentations from industry professionals on key topics like grain operations, safety, employee development, processing, and more. You will need a full conference pass or education + expo pass to join these sessions.

Eric Peterson VAAPrincipal / Senior Project Manager
Reggie WhiteRNC-Company IncDirector of Operations

Innovation Station Speakers

Experience interactive learning in the Expo Hall! These stations feature hands-on presentations and equipment demos. Explore topics across Processing, Safety, Employee Development, and Grain Operations.

Adam DittbennerInterstatesInstrumentation Manager
Bill KrekeTritech Fall ProtectionTechnical Sales Manager
Brett DerkachRAYHAWK Technologies Inc.Product Development Manager
Clovis “Junior” SaccomanMetalmontProduct Development Manager
Dan WeselyNational Corn Growers AssociationBoard Member and Board’s liaison to the Biofuels Action Team
Dave WaltonAmerican Soybean AssociationIowa Soy Farmer and ASA Board Member
David BrysonDavid BrysonSpeaker
Frances TreleaseTrelease CommunicationsCompany Owner
Jeramy SlaunwhiteRembe IncChief Technical Officer – Explosion Safety
Jon SiverlingRegalRexnordHeavy Industry Sales Manager
Josh McGuireCADAROCTO
Kent WingertOPIsystems, Inc.Product Manager
Kevin KoharkiCAE Consulting, LLCFounder
Michael HarpSATRACEO
Royce SchulteCADAROPresident/CEO
Sam FopmaInterstatesEngineering Manager
Tim deHaanAdvanced Material HandlingChief Operating Officer
Vishal PanchasaraAGI SureTrackTechnical Product Manager

Idea Exchange Speakers

Come see short presentations from a variety of speakers on some of the newest and innovative products and ideas to the grain industry. You will need a full conference pass or education + expo pass to join the Idea Exchange.

Artur RdzanekDodge IndustrialGeneral Product Manager IIoT Technologies
Beth LockenGrain, Agronomy and EnergyEnvironmental, Health, Safety and Regulatory Leader
Lisa VikerNoCoDirector of Business Development
Mike MahoneyStandard PolymersManufacturer Sales Representative
Ryan WhipkeyEnvirologixGlobal Market Segment Leader
Tom RodmanTemco LLCPlant Manager

Grain Entrapment Rescue Speakers

A GEAPS Exchange favorite, the Grain Entrapment Rescue Demo returns, presented by Oklahoma State University. This hands-on session covers the dangers of grain bins and essential lifesaving safety techniques.

Carol Jones, PhD, PECL Jones Consulting and OSU Fire Service TrainingInstructor
Butch HendrixKokomo Grain Co., Inc.Safety Director