Leadership Conference

About GEAPS Leadership Conference: The North Star

The GEAPS Leadership Conference is a one-and-a-half-day deep dive into all things leadership—with a bit of fun to round things out.  

The conference, scheduled for July 15-16, 2026 in Bloomington, Minnesota and will feature a robust education focus, a social event and—of course—networking.

Overview 

The GEAPS Leadership Conference is designed for high-potential, mid- to upper-level leaders in the grain and grain processing industries who are ready to expand their impact. 

Join us in the North Star State for this one-and-a-half-day experience bringing together industry peers to focus on leadership, business strategy, and operational performance. Like the North Star, you’ll strengthen your ability to navigate uncertainty, align around shared goals, and move forward with confidence. 

Who Should Attend 

The GEAPS Leadership conference is built for leaders responsible for driving performance and developing others within their organizations, including: 

• Department Heads 

• Location / Facility Managers 

• Regional Managers 

• Senior Operations Leaders 

If you are ready to be the constant others navigate by, this conference is for you. 

What You’ll Gain 

• Practical leadership tools you can apply immediately
• Stronger understanding of how your role impacts business performance
• Increased confidence in making operational and strategic decisions
• Peer connections across the grain and grain processing industries 

Event Location

Donaldson Company, Inc. 
1400 W 94th Street
Bloomington, MN 55431

Special Thank You to Donaldson for hosting!