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Whole GrainAuthor: Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS)
Hosted by Jim Lenz, GEAPS Director of Global Education and Training, The Whole Grain Podcast shares expert insights, real-world stories, and innovative ideas shaping the future of grain handling and processing. Each episode features voices from across the industry, including GEAPS members, educators and special guests. With a growing audience spanning 94 countries, the podcasts fuels growth, innovation and connection in the grain and grain processing industriesone conversation at a time.-Subscribe on your favorite podcast app or listen at www.geaps.com/wholegrain -Learn how GEAPS can help you grow your career at www.GEAPS.com -Explore exclusive GEAPS member benefits at www.geaps.com/membership-Register for our online courses at https://www.geaps.com/training-education/online-learning/full-course-catalog/-Connect with host Jim Lenz at james@geaps.com. Language: en-us Genres: Education, Life Sciences, Science, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Helping Grain Customers Do More with Less: Real Value in Real Time
Episode 59
Monday, 22 December, 2025
Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz, Director of Global Education and Training at GEAPS, talks with Kyle Dixon, Vice President of Sales at IBT Industrial Solutions, about how grain facilities can do more with less—while improving reliability, uptime, and long-term value.Kyle brings a rare perspective, having served as an IBT sales rep, regional manager, and now VP of Sales. He shares practical insights on proactive maintenance, simplifying storerooms, using technology wisely, and supporting a changing workforce. The focus is on real-world solutions grain professionals can apply immediately.Key Takeaways (Condensed)Doing more with less means maximizing capability—not cutting cornersProactive maintenance reduces downtime and riskSimple changes can deliver big operational winsTechnology works best alongside hands-on observationEducation and supplier partnerships strengthen today’s workforceSuppliers can act as an extension of customer teamsFeatured PartnerIBT Industrial Solutions is a GEAPS Premier Partner supporting grain operations with engineering expertise and responsive MRO solutions.IBT Industrial Solutions: https://www.ibtinc.com/IBT Grain Industry Solutions: https://www.ibtinc.com/industries/grain/Past Whole Grain Podcast Episodes Featuring IBT GuestsKeeping Grain Moving: Preventative Maintenance and Supplier Tipshttps://www.geaps.com/news-publications/whole-grain-podcast/keeping-grain-moving-preventative-maintenance-and-supplier-tips/Everything from Conveyor Belting to Buckets with a 30-Year Grain Pro https://www.geaps.com/news-publications/whole-grain-podcast/everything-from-conveyor-belting-to-buckets-with-a-30-year-grain-pro/Pillars of the Grain Industryhttps://www.geaps.com/news-publications/whole-grain-podcast/pillars-of-the-grain-industry/GEAPS Education & EventsGEAPS Conveyor Training (Hands-On Programs): https://www.geaps.com/events-meetings/conveyor-training/GEAPS Online Learning: https://www.geaps.com/training-education/online-learning/GEAPS Exchange: https://www.geaps.com/exchange/Grain Elevator and Processing Society champions, connects and serves the global grain industry and its members. Be sure to visit GEAPS’ website to learn how you can grow your network, support your personal professional development, and advance your career. Thank you for listening to another episode of GEAPS’ Whole Grain podcast.
