Whether this GEAPS Exchange will be your first or your fifteenth—new experiences await. Knowledge, solutions, ideas, connections and innovation will have your swag bag overflowing. Talk, touch and see the possibilities as you walk 271,350 square feet of the Expo Hall, meeting nearly 400 exhibitors and gaining skills in the Innovation Stations. If you have a major problem to solve or are simply looking to make small improvements, GEAPS Ex...

A very important USDA regional office, the 2019 show is hosted by the USDA and is held once each year to keep all key USDA Technology personnel updated on the latest products and services available. All agencies within the USDA in KC are promoted to and attend, such as Risk Management, Farm Services and more. The expo is also promoted through the KC Federal Executive Board targeting personnel from GSA, Commerce, DoT, FAA and more. An extremely...

PWX provides a first-class multimodal learning experience designed for professionals at all levels and across the entire spectrum of public works. Come prepared to see, hear, touch, and discuss in a variety of traditional and interactive sessions, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees can also spend time on North America's largest exhibit floor for public works equipment and services - we've carved out generous portions...

This two-day Customer Service Seminar addresses the challenges facing water utilities in the 21st century. The overall purpose of the seminar is to assist Customer Service Representatives in being responsive to increased customer expectations and expanding global demographics. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Identify the characteristics of excellent customer serviceDescribe the main characteristics of effective communicationDescribe the four stages of u...

This two-day seminar presents important information for utility managers interested in recent updates to the 2008 Effective Utility Management (EUM) framework, originally developed by water sector leaders in 2008 featuring both the “Ten Attributes of an Effectively Managed Utility” and “Five Keys to Management Success.” LEARNING OBJECTIVES How EUM can fit into your utility’s management practices.How to use a tool...

Are you ready for the next rainy day? Learn how to comply with state and federal storm water management rules. Storm water regulations are constantly evolving. Failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. This seminar will get you headed in the right direction and provide you with answers to all your questions, such as: What new case and policy decisions impact my practices? What are the latest trends in...

The world of easements is not as impossible as you think. Do not let the intimidating complexity of easements cause you anxiety. Whether you're looking to draft, comply or fight one, our local experts will give you the know-how to succeed - without getting caught in exhausting and expensive legal battles. Attend this seminar and get the practical easements information you won't find anywhere else. You will hear it all - the requirements of an...

Networking- Educational Program: "Forecasting Federal Opportunities with Mission & installation Contracting Command (MICC) & Veterans Affairs (VA)" Start your day with breakfast and networking with over 100 other business and government reps. from across the region. Kansas City is fortunate to have many agencies working for the success and growth of regional small businesses and these groups have joined together to present this monthly...