Key facts
- Jackie Hayes has been appointed Senior Director of Communications, Marketing and Industry Relations at GEAPS.
- Hayes will oversee communications, marketing strategies, and industry engagement for GEAPS.
- Hayes has prior experience in leadership roles within the agriculture, biofuels, and renewable energy sectors.
- Hayes previously directed communications, marketing, business development, and client relations at the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center (NCERC).
The Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) has appointed Jackie Hayes as its new Senior Director of Communications, Marketing and Industry Relations. This strategic hire signals GEAPS' commitment to enhancing its communication, marketing, and industry engagement efforts.
In her new capacity, Hayes will be responsible for developing and executing GEAPS' communication and marketing strategies. She will also focus on expanding engagement and strengthening relationships with members, strategic partners, and key stakeholders within the grain and grain processing industries.
Hayes brings a wealth of experience from the agriculture, biofuels, and renewable energy sectors, having previously held leadership positions. Notably, she directed communications, marketing, business development, and client relations at the National Corn to Ethanol Research Center (NCERC). Her background also includes membership management with the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) and business development leadership with Whitefox Technologies.
GEAPS CEO John Caupert expressed his honor in welcoming Hayes, citing her proven ability to build relationships, deliver results, and elevate organizations. Hayes herself stated her excitement to leverage her experience in the ethanol industry to advance efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence across the broader grain value chain.