Partners & Sponsors

Strategic Partner

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

The USGS is a science organization that provides impartial information on the health of our ecosystems and environment, the natural hazards that threaten us, the natural resources we rely on, the impacts of climate and land-use change, and the core science systems that help us provide timely, relevant, and useable information.

Strategic Sponsor

Esri

Esri, the global leader in GIS software and location intelligence, helps customers unlock the full potential of data to improve operational and business results. Esri software is deployed in more than 350,000 organizations globally and in over 200,000 institutions in the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, including Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, nonprofits, and universities. Esri has regional offices, international distributors, and partners providing local support in over 100 countries on six continents. Esri engineers the most innovative solutions for digital transformation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and advanced analytics.

Co-Sponsors

Dewberry

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with a strong legacy of delivering innovative solutions to public- and private-sector clients since 1956. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, the company operates from more than 50 locations with over 2,000 professionals nationwide. Known for its deep subject matter expertise and unwavering commitment to client service, Dewberry helps solve complex challenges and transform communities. The firm fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, enabling employees at all career stages to collaborate, contribute to impactful projects, and grow professionally while driving excellence, competitive advantage, and meaningful change for clients and communities alike.

Vexcel Data Program

For over 30 years, Vexcel has been the industry leader in the photogrammetric and remote sensing space, building market-leading UltraCam sensors and providing a comprehensive library of cloud-based geospatial data. The Vexcel Data Program is the largest aerial imagery program in the world, collecting high-resolution imagery and geospatial data in 40+ countries. Its dedicated fleet of fixed-wing aircraft captures imagery in the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and across Western Europe. Vexcel's unique technology stack results in consistency across its aerial collection programs. Its comprehensive aerial data library helps customers streamline remote assessment, innovate common workflows, and enhance decision-making with confidence. More at: vexceldata.com.

Woolpert

Woolpert is one of the best premier architecture, engineering, geospatial (AEG) and strategic consulting firm in the world, provides innovative enterprise information management, surveying, mapping, GIS, and remote sensing services. They offer consulting services to multiple industries such as Aviation, Education, Energy, Maritime, Government & Transportation.

Supporting Partners

Arkansas GIS Office

The Arkansas GIS Office coordinates the creation, maintenance, and sharing of geospatial data across all levels of government, academia, and the private sector. As the official steward of key datasets-such as municipal boundaries, school districts, election precincts, survey plats, and land corners-the office supports statewide collaboration through the Arkansas Spatial Data Infrastructure (ASDI), which offers public access to over 400 datasets. The office also provides high-precision geocoding tools, aerial imagery, annexation mapping, and advisory support for 911 coordinators and County Assessors. Through its Division of Land Surveys, it maintains Arkansas's certified corner monuments and a searchable archive of over 260,000 survey plats.

Geospatial Professional Network

The Geospatial Professional Network is a vibrant community uniting emerging and experienced GIS professionals through top-tier education, networking, and career development. We are committed to upholding ethical standards, empowering you to support your organization, advance your career, and shape the future of the geospatial profession.

National Association of Counties (NACo)

The National Association of Counties (NACo), founded in 1935, is the only national organization dedicated to representing county governments across the United States. With more than 3,000 counties nationwide, NACo serves as a unifying voice in Washington, advocating for county priorities and ensuring local leaders have a seat at the federal policymaking table.

Beyond advocacy, NACo provides counties with the tools and resources they need to lead effectively-from data and research to training programs and technical assistance. The organization fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing across jurisdictions, helping local governments navigate complex issues like infrastructure, health services, broadband expansion, and disaster resilience. Through its work, NACo empowers counties to strengthen their communities and improve the lives of the people they serve.

National Geospatial Collaborative

The mission of the National Geospatial Collaborative (NGC) is to advance the understanding, use, and integration of geographic information systems (GIS) and associated emerging technologies by supporting geospatial professionals, organizations, and initiatives through collaborative research, education, knowledge-sharing, and strategic partnerships.

Our vision is to boldly pursue a more effective geospatial ecosystem.

National League of Cities (NLC)

The National League of Cities (NLC) is the leading national organization representing cities, towns, and villages across the United States. Since its founding in 1924, NLC has served as a powerful advocate for local governments, ensuring that city leaders have a strong voice in federal policymaking.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., NLC supports its members through advocacy, research, and leadership training. It addresses key local priorities-such as infrastructure, housing, economic development, and public safety-while fostering collaboration through national conferences and peer networks. Through resources like the State of the Cities report and the CitiesSpeak platform, NLC equips local leaders with the insights and tools they need to strengthen their communities and lead effectively.

The National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC)

NSGIC strives to be the premier state-led forum and coordination body for nation - developing, exchanging and endorsing geospatial technology and policy best practices. We share solutions to offer benefits across the geospatial ecosystem. We facilitate connections between people and organizations across multiple sectors - and the data and systems they use - resulting in greater returns from the efficient use of geospatial technology.

The University Consortium for Geographic Information Science (UCGIS)

The University Consortium for Geographic Information Science (UCGIS) is a non-profit organization that creates and supports communities of practice for GIScience research, education, and policy endeavors in higher education and with allied institutions. We are the professional hub for the academic GIS community in the United States, with partnerships extending this capacity abroad. Our mission is to advance research in the field of Geographic Information Science; expand and strengthen Geographic Information Science education; advocate for policies that promote the ethical use of and access to geographic information and technologies; and build scholarly communities and networks that foster multi-disciplinary GIS research and education.

Institutional Partner

The United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF)

The United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational foundation dedicated to promoting the geospatial intelligence tradecraft and developing a stronger GEOINT Community with government, industry, academia, professional organizations, and individuals who develop and apply geospatial intelligence to address national security challenges. USGIF achieves its mission through various programs and events and by building the community, advancing the tradecraft, and accelerating innovation.

Media Partner

Autonomy Global

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Geospatial World

Following its mission of "Making a Difference through Geospatial Knowledge in the World Economy and Society", Geospatial World is an open, diverse, inclusive, collaborative and humane organization that has pursued thought leadership, policy advocacy, technology evangelism for the past 27 years. An integral part of the geospatial ecosystem, Geospatial World will continue to work as a knowledge organization, advancing knowledge for sustainability.