The DeLong Co., Inc.
Cornbelt Chapter

Sean Farrell is the Project Manager for The DeLong Co, Inc. Farrell joined The DeLong Co, Inc in 2014, after spending the first part of his career at another commercial grain elevator. He is responsible for the development of capital projects, including greenfield projects and facility expansions, for the export and grain divisions of the company. He also serves on The DeLong Co, Inc safety board and manages the company’s CMMS software for maintenance and safety. He holds a B.S. in agribusiness economics from Southern IL University-Carbondale and a master’s degree in project management from Keller Business School.

Susan Sarapa
Susan Sarapa Customer Relationship Associate

Susan assists with customer relationship management and general administration at GEAPS. She will also be part of the Exchange team and will help coordinate advertising and production. She joined GEAPS staff team in October 2022.

Kari Tusler
Kari TuslerCommunications Manager

Kari manages GEAPS’ communications, ensuring clear, consistent messaging across digital and print communications. She handles publication of the In-Grain newsletter as well as the Buyer’s Guide and Directory. She joined the GEAPS staff team in 2025.

Juan Pablo Velazquez 
Juan Pablo Velazquez Exhibitor Relations, Sponsorships and Meetings Manager

Juan Pablo manages booth sales, exhibitor relations and sponsorship program sales and production. He joined GEAPS staff team in September 2024.

Sandra Wright
Sandra WrightExecutive Assistant

Sandra provides support to GEAPS staff team in the areas of governance, education and events. She joined the GEAPS staff team in 2024.