Ethanol 101 Workshop

Date: October 06, 2026

Location: Applied Innovation Center (AIC) 1000 41st Avenue Drive SW, Cedar Rapids, IA

An Interactive Workshop for Dry Grind Ethanol Producers

Empowering Producers:

Join us to enhance your knowledge in dry grind corn ethanol production.

Farm with corm silos (shutterstock_220020586)

Experience the technology, expertise and innovation helping shape today’s ethanol industry. The IFF Ethanol 101 Workshop brings together industry professionals for two days of practical learning, collaborative discussions and direct access to the scientists and specialists supporting ethanol producers every day.

Held at IFF’s Applied Innovation Center, 1000 41st Avenue Drive SW in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the workshop combines expert-led sessions with facility and laboratory tours, creating opportunities to learn, connect and explore new approaches to plant performance and operational success.

Insights from expert scientists

October 6th

Time	Technical Session
1:00 – 1:05 pm	*Welcome* – Pauline Teunissen, Global Application Leader
1:05 – 1:20	*Who is IFF* – Pauline Teunissen, Global Application Leader
1:20 – 1:30	*Icebreaker Introductions* – Ritu Bhalla, North America Application Development Leader
1:30 – 1:55	*The Power of Enzymes: What They Are and Why They Matter* – Ritu Bhalla, North America Application Development Leader
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* – Keaton Albers, Application Scientist
4:10 – 4:30	*How to Keep Your Yeasts Happy and Healthy: Tips and Tricks for Fermentation Troubleshooting* – Ethan Miles, Senior Application Technologist
4:30 – 5:00	*How to Master HPLC: A Practical Guide to Lab Instrumentation Troubleshooting* – Keaton Albers, Application Scientist
5:00	*Break for the Day*
6:00 – 9:00	*Social Event* – WineStyles, 4201 42nd Street NE, Suite 170, Cedar Rapids

October 7th

Time	Technical Session
7:30 – 8:00 am	*Continental breakfast* – Rochester & Palo Alto meeting rooms, AIC
8:00 – 8:30	*How to Harness the Power of Data: Modeling Techniques* Pauline Teunissen, Global Application Leader
8:30 – 9:00	*The Importance of Plant Hygiene: Best Practices and Tips for a Healthy Plant* – Griffin Ford, Field Applications Manager
9:00 – 9:10	*Plant Overview* – Jack Costigan, Cedar Rapids Plant Operations Manager
9:10 – 10:10	*Plant Tour* Jack Costigan, Cedar Rapids Plant Operations Manager Tyler Kleene, Fuel Alcohol Segment Leader
10:10 – 10:15	*Break*
10:15 – 11:00	*Oil Recovery: Key Tools for Success* – Chinmay Kurambhatti, Application Scientist
11:00 – 11:35	*Centrifuge Troubleshooting: How to Solve the Most Common Problems* Wes Robinson, Technical Service Account Manager
11:35 – 11:45	*Wrap-up / Feedback Form* – Pauline Teunissen, Global Application Leader
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 Grind 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 accommodations

We’ve secured a room block at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center to make travel planning easier. To reserve a room under the IFF block, please contact Bekah Votrobeck. The room rate is $162/night plus tax. We encourage you to book early and hope you enjoy your stay.

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