The 2018 GEAPS Exchange officially starts today and there's a lot to do. Starting with the Expo hall which opens at 11:15 am after an opening ceremony and closes at 6:00 pm after an hour and a half welcome reception. The Expo hall has 451 exhibitors so it will take you a few days to talk to everyone. If you have specific exhibitors you need to see and limited time, plan you show with the official interactive map or download the App.
The education sessions start on Monday but there are still education opportunities, including four expo pods that will host micro-education chances on grain cleaning equipment. There will also be an opening workshop "Opening Workshop: Crisis Communication-Define, Design and Drive Your Outcome," starting at 7:00 AM - 9:15 AM in the Four Seasons Ballroom.
Right after the opening workshop "Idea Exchange," where innovations from across the industry will be presented during short presentations. The Exchange will be held in the Four Seasons Ballroom from 9:30 - 11:00 AM.
Networking opportunities will also be in full swing starting today. Besides opportunities on the Expo Floor, there is also a Fun Walk/Run at 6:00 am for early birds. Meet in the Hyatt Regency hotel lobby for the run, but make sure you signed up for it during registration.
Important Times:
6:30 AM - Registration Open
7:00 AM - Opening Workshop
9:30 AM - Idea Exchange
11:00 AM - Expo Grand Opening
12:00 PM - Expo Lunch
4:30 PM - Welcome Reception
