Iowa State University
Greater Iowa Chapter
Charlie Hurburgh is professor of ag and biosystems engineering with Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. He has been a GEAPS member since 1983 and was elected in 2022 as a board director.

Juan Pablo Velazquez Exhibitor Relations, Sponsorships and Meetings Manager
Juan Pablo manages booth sales, exhibitor relations and sponsorship program sales and production. He joined GEAPS staff team in September 2024.

Sandra WrightExecutive Assistant

Kari TuslerCommunications Manager
Kari manages GEAPS’ digital and printed communications materials. She handles publication of the In-Grain newsletter as well as the Buyer’s Guide and Directory. She joined the GEAPS staff team in 2025.