EXPO - GEAPS

GEAPS EVENTSGEAPS Annual MeetingTuesday, Mar. 1, 3:15–4:45 p.m.The GEAPS Annual Meeting is the place to catch up on every facet of theassociation during the past year. GEAPS 2010-2011 International PresidentRick Krier will detail GEAPS’ accomplishments since the 2010 Annual Meetingin Wichita, as well as goals for the coming year and beyond.The Annual Meeting is open to everyone, and most Exchange attendeesare GEAPS members. Attend the Annual Meeting to learn about currentand developing programs at GEAPS, hear about the rewards of volunteerleadership, and learn about opportunities for involvement at every level.The Annual Meeting also includes recognition of the 2010 Safety Awardswinners as well as those people who have made special contributions toGEAPS through leadership, member recruitment, outstanding service totheir chapter and more. The Annual Meeting is also the place to be for thefinal drawing of the ten $100 winners in the Expo Lotto. Remember, youMUST be present to win the Lotto cash!President's reportfrom Rick KrierRick KrierLeadership recognition Expo Lotto Drawing Chapter recognition Treasurer's reportGEAPS Committee and Board MeetingsThis is your chance to get involved!Almost all of the various groups that govern or oversee the many GEAPS programs andservices will meet at some point during the Exchange. All of these meetings are open toGEAPS members. If you’re not already participating as a leader in the organization, comeand see for yourself what it takes to step up and make a difference. GEAPS is only as successfulas its volunteer leadership.The following groups will meet at the Exchange (see page 3 for schedule):• International Board of Directors• Associates Board of Directors• Educational Programming Committee• Membership Committee• Chapter Resource Committee• Distance Education Program Oversight CommitteeWhy exhibit at GEAPS Exchange?• Every aspect of the Exchange is designed specifically to attractmanagers in the grain handling industry• Grain operations decision-makers attend this expo every year to findproducts and services necessary to meet their operations needs• Connect with leading grain industry professionals from around theworld who are interested in purchasing your products and services• Make dozens of sales calls in just three days• Meet hundreds of qualified customers face-to-face• Develop leads & cultivate new businessInterested in exhibiting?As you can see, we’re almost sold-out for Portland. CallGEAPS today to get one of the last booths in this year’s expo.Contact Adrianne at GEAPS: adriannef@geaps.com or(952) 928-4640.Be an All-StarBy partnering with GEAPS through the Exchange 2011 SponsorshipProgram, your company will receive huge benefits. It’s an idealopportunity to show support not only for GEAPS but its members.We offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities that allow you tochoose the program that works best within your budget.While all sponsors will be recognized accordingly, with publicity,signage and ribbons, each higher level will include additionalrecognition and promotion.Interested in sponsoring?There are still a variety of sponsorship opportunites open forExchange 2011. Call GEAPS today to get a list of items stillavailable. Contact Adrianne at GEAPS: adriannef@geaps.com or(952) 928-4640.13