World Grain - January 2023 - 60

EDUCATION, INNOVATION TO
HIGHLIGHT GEAPS EXCHANGE
Event returns Feb. 25-28 to the Kansas City Convention Center
by Susan Reidy
T
he Grain Elevator and Processing Society's
(GEAPS) Exchange returns to Kansas City,
Missouri, US, with an extensive educational line
up, special events and latest innovations in the grain
handling and storage industry.
The event is planned Feb. 25-28 at the Kansas City
Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri, US, the
same location as the 2021 event. GEAPS Exchange is
scheduled for Kansas City through 2029.
The conference includes an Expo Hall with the latest
technology and services to make grain operations safer
and more efficient along with 40-plus hours of education
and social events. Demonstrations are planned in
the Expo Hall on grain entrapment rescues as well as
small-group presentations.
The Idea Exchange will showcase new products in the
industry and innovative ideas that facility managers recently
have implemented to improve operations. Multiple
social events are planned, including the Get Acquainted
Party, Welcome Reception and Closing Reception.
Chris Blair, president of the GEAPS board of directors,
said he is excited to return to Kansas City and for
those making their first trip to GEAPS Exchange.
" Take a deep breath and take the whole Exchange
in, " he said. " There are many opportunities to be involved
and I encourage you to take advantage of your
opportunity to meet new people and connect with as
many people as possible. You never know when you
will need help troubleshooting something or looking
for service on anything in our industry. "
Education
The Idea Exchange, set for 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 26,
features a variety of five-minute presentations separated
into two segments. The " Small Changes...Big Impact! "
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highlights ideas that grain operations managers and workers
put into practice to improve safety or efficiency at their
facilities or enhance environmental awareness, company
culture or community involvement. The " What's New? "
segment includes new products and services developed
for grain operations during the past year.
This year's Keynote Session, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. on Feb.
26, features Dan Cnossen, a Navy SEAL Lt. Commander
and seven-time paralympic medalist.
Education continues throughout the event with workshops
and hour-long sessions on Monday, Feb. 27, and
Tuesday, Feb. 28. Sessions are divided into four tracks:
Maintenance, Employee Development, Safety and
Grain Operations. The tracks are planned so attendees
may participate in all the sessions in one track or mix
and match.
Jess McCluer, vice president, safety and regulatory
affairs with the National Grain and Feed Association,
will provide an update on regulatory issues within the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration from
9:15 to 10 a.m. on Feb. 27.
Burton Keslo, chief tech expert with Integral, will
provide tips on how to keep a business safe and secure
from cyberattacks from 8 to 9 a.m. on Feb. 28.
Special events
Exchange wraps up with the Closing Session/Closing
Reception starting at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 28, featuring
Strongman Eric Moss. GEAPS Exchange is $395
for GEAPS members and $625 for non-members who
register by Feb. 2. Registration is available online at
www.geapsexchange.com.
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January 2023 / World Grain / World-Grain.com
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