MKC – Mid Kansas Cooperative
Great Plains Chapter

Scott Biel is the Director of Safety at MKC, where he leads initiatives to enhance workplace safety, regulatory compliance and risk management. With over seven years of experience, he fosters a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Scott actively contributes to GEAPS, serving as Chair of the Exchange Programming Committee and is a member of the Education and Training Committee. He also leads the MKC Safety Committee and supports the GEAPS Great Plains Chapter events. Passionate about professional development, Scott is dedicated to advancing industry education and safety innovations in grain operations.

Betsy Polis, CMP
Betsy Polis, CMPSenior Director, Conferences, Events and Initiatives

Betsy leads the strategy, planning, and execution of GEAPS’ major events, conferences, and strategic initiatives. She works closely with members, partners, volunteer leaders, and staff to deliver high-quality programs and experiences that advance GEAPS’ mission and support the grain industry workforce. Betsy joined the GEAPS staff team in 2011.

Carley Snider
Carley SniderLearning & Development Manager

Carley leads learning and development initiatives for GEAPS, designing and delivering education programs, managing learning platforms, and supporting members through engaging, seamless educational experiences. She joined the GEAPS staff team in 2026.

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.