The Hotel at Kirkwood Center
7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 848-8700
3.5 miles from IFF’s Cedar Rapids plant
Ethanol 101 Workshop
Date:
April 08, 2025
Location:
Applied Innovation Center (AIC) 1000 41st Avenue Drive SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
An Interactive Workshop for Dry Grind Ethanol Producers
Empowering Producers:
Insights from expert scientists
IFF’s Ethanol 101 Workshop is an interactive course designed for professionals in the dry grind corn ethanol industry. Participants will learn from IFF scientists about the latest technologies shaping our field, connect with their peers, and tour our enzyme production facility and Applied Innovation Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
April 8th – Day 1
| Time | Technical Session |
|---|---|
| 1:00 – 1:05 pm | Welcome – Mary Beth Willems, NA Applications Development Leader |
| 1:05 – 1:20 | Who is IFF – Mary Beth Willems, NA Applications Development Leader |
| 1:20 – 1:30 | Icebreaker Introductions – Mary Beth Willems |
| 1:30 – 1:55 | The Power of Enzymes: What They Are and Why They Matter – Jenny Davis, Application Specialist |
| 1:55 – 2:40 | An Introduction to Dry Grind Liquefaction – Bernice Abrenica, Senior Application Technologist |
| 2:40 – 2:55 | Liquefaction 101: A Practical Guide to Troubleshooting and Optimization – Kyle Abbott, Application Specialist |
| 2:55 – 3:15 | Lab Tour – rotating stations with the AIC team |
| 3:15 – 3:20 | Break |
| 3:20 – 4:10 | Yeasts, Glucoamylases, and Blending: The Ultimate Trio for Fermentation Excellence – Lee Robinson, Senior Application Scientist |
| 4:10 – 4:40 | How to Master HPLC: A Practical Guide to Lab Instrumentation Troubleshooting – Keaton Albers, Senior Application Specialist |
| 4:40 – 5:00 | How to Keep Your Yeasts Happy and Healthy: Tips and Tricks for Fermentation Troubleshooting – Elijah Elliott, Application Technologist |
| 5:00 | Break for the Day |
| 6:00-9:00 | Social Event @ The Quarter Barrel Arcade & Brewery |
April 9th – Day 2
| Time | Technical Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00 – 8:30 am | How to Harness the Power of Data: Advanced Analytics and Modeling Techniques –
Jenny Davis, Application Specialist Chinmay Kurambhatti, Application Scientist Andrea Alvarez, Senior Application Technologist |
| 8:30 – 9:00 | The Importance of Plant Hygiene: Best Practices and Tips for a Healthy Plant – Amie Mass, Technical Service Account Manager |
| 9:00 – 9:10 | Plant Overview – Damian Long, Senior Manufacturing Technology Manager |
| 9:10 – 10:10 | Plant Tour –
Damian Long, Senior Manufacturing Technology Manager Tyler Kleene, Product and Portfolio Manager |
| 10:10 – 10:15 | Break |
| 10:15 – 11:10 | Centrifuges and Emulsions: The Key Tools for Downstream Processing Excellence –
Mary Beth Willems, NA Applications Development Leader |
| 11:10 – 11:30 | Centrifuge Troubleshooting: How to Solve the Most Common Problems – Wes Robinson, Technical Service Account Manager |
| 11:30 – 11:35 | Preview Advanced Customer Workshop – Griffin Ford, Technical Service Leader |
| 11:35 – 11:45 | Feedback Form |
| 11:45 | Break for the Day / Boxed Lunches |
A comprehensive and educational workshop
Take the next step in your professional development by securing your place in the Dry Grin Corn Ethanol 101 Workshop. Engage with industry experts, participate in hands-on sessions, and network with peers to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Don’t miss out, spaces are limited.
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Hotel Recommendations
We’ve selected two wonderful hotels for your convenience. Please note that we do not have any special room blocks or rates arranged. We encourage you to book early to secure your accommodation. We hope you enjoy your stay!
DoubleTree By Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex
350 First Avenue Northeast
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401
(833) 570-0464
Located in downtown Cedar Rapids and 3.8 miles from IFF’s Cedar Rapids plant