From abundant feedstocks and worldclass R&I to a robust industrial base and skilled workforce, the U.S. Midwest will play a key role in the growth of the global bioeconomy. To maximize this growth potential, companies up and down the supply chain must coordinate effectively to optimize operations and drive efficiencies across the sector.
This session will draw on the expertise of companies both upstream and downstream. What does each entity need from their partners to achieve success? How should all parties communicate and collaborate effectively to ensure the Midwest reaches its global potential?
Hosted by: Ben Rhodes, Executive Director, Nebraska Ethanol Board
Featuring:
Jan tenBensel, Nebraska Corn Farmer
Billy Hagstrom, CEO & Co-Founder, Bluestem Biosciences
Angela Consani, CEO, Bioscience Core Skills Institute
Tim McAreavey, Vice President of Customer Service and Public Affairs, Omaha Public Power District
This panel discussion was recorded at Bio Innovations Midwest on 15-16 September 2025. Find out more about the event, the only commercially focused event for the industrial biomanufacturing community in North America, here: https://www.bioinnovationsmidwest.com/
