Capt. Jack Becker is the Keynote Speaker at GEAPS Exchange 2026

Mark your Exchange calendar for Sun., February 22, from 8 to 9:30 a.m., when Captain Jack Becker takes the stage to deliver this year’s keynote presentation, “Supersonic Success.” Drawing from his distinguished career as combat-decorated former F-18 Navy fighter pilot, Jack brings an adrenaline-fueled message of precision, teamwork and continual improvement to GEAPS Exchange 2026.

This action-packed session takes the audience on a results-based adventure leaving teams inspired to continually improve both professionally and personally, exactly as elite fighter pilots do. Learn how Jack equips teams with a simple, repeatable process for achieving peak performance. He will share how fighter pilots debrief, adapt and improve after every mission with a process that can transform how teams in any operation perform and grow.

The sky’s the limit with a team that knows how to stay agile and cohesive. Discover what it takes to stay mission-focused as Jack takes you behind closed doors to learn why U.S. fighter pilots are the best in the world. Make your team a Top Gun with Supersonic Success!

Why This Matters to the Grain and Grain Processing Industries

Just as fighter pilots depend on precise communication and trust to complete their missions, professionals across our industries rely on those same qualities to ensure safe, efficient operations. A culture of continual improvement helps facilities respond to challenges, strengthen safety practices and deliver consistent results.

Whether you work in operations, maintenance, safety, logistics, management or beyond, this framework helps individuals and teams build on success while avoiding repeat mistakes. The process connects these principles to real-world workplace dynamics – helping attendees think and act like a mission-ready team focused on achieving operational excellence.

What You’ll Take Away

  • Attendees will leave with practical tools and insights to:
  • Leadership and teamwork secrets custom tailored for your team
  • Learn the C.R.M. (Crew Resource Management) critical skills so your company can and will start performing better immediately
  • Learn to implement the Top Gun Supersonic Success process of Brief-Execute-Debrief-Perfect to immediately change the mindset throughout your organization
  • Create a culture of true buy-in and ownership from every member of your team allowing you to attract and retain top talent
  • Elevate the performance of your team by capitalizing on successes and eliminating repeated failures
  • Learn to use “The Wingman Mentality,” and improve mutual support
  • Achieve peak human performance at supersonic speeds!

Elevate Your GEAPS Exchange Experience

GEAPS Exchange 2026 is where the grain and grain processing industries come together for learning, networking and innovation. Alongside Captain Jack Becker’s keynote, attendees will experience hands-on education, interactive Innovation Stations, and over 400 exhibitors showcasing the latest technologies and solutions.

Why You Should Attend

This year’s keynote is your chance to learn from a leader who has mastered performance under pressure. His insights bridge the gap between aviation and industry – offering actionable takeaways to help your team operate with precision, efficiency, and confidence.

Register Today

Join your peers at GEAPS Exchange 2026, February 21-24, in Kansas City, MO. Secure your spot today and get ready to take your performance to supersonic levels.

Learn more and register at geaps.com/exchange/register.