Meet our international GIS experts

We work with a number of international GIS experts who have extensive knowledge of and experience with the application of GIS technology across various sectors - from local government to emergency management, and more.

GIS speakers

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Jack Dangermond
Founder and President
Esri, US
Pioneer of the spatial technologies industry
Dawn Wright
Dawn Wright
Chief Scientist
Esri, US
Affectionately referred to as Deep Sea Dawn, Dr. Dawn Wright's contribution to the global scientific community has spanned more than three decades, with her expertise in oceanography and geography world-renowned.

Smart Government speakers

Dr Jill Saligoe-Simmel
Jill Saligoe-Simmel, Ph.D
Global Geospatial Infrastructure Strategist
Esri, US
Next-generation global SDI strategist
Linda Peters, Esri Inc
Linda Peters
Global data strategist
Working with global NSOs to apply geospatial analysis to census and other data-intensive activities.
Martin O'Malley
Martin O'Malley
61st Governor of Maryland, former Mayor of Baltimore and 2016 US Democratic Presidential Candidate
A global authority on the use of technology and location-based analytics in government.
Darron Pustam
Darron Pustam
Product Manager
Esri, US
A geospatial expert with extensive knowledge in applying GIS to support evidence-based decision making.
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Patricia Cummens
Government Policy and Strategy
Esri, US
Senior-level government strategist
Dr Amen Ra Mashariki
Dr Amen Ra Mashariki
Global director, World Resources Institute
Dr Amen Mashariki is the Global Director for the Data Lab at the World Resources Institute, where he combines data analysis with cutting edge technology to tackle global challenges.

Public Safety speakers

Brian Keenum
Brian Keenum
Senior Director, DCS Business Infrastructure
American Red Cross, US
Experienced leader, collaborator and project manager in strategic disaster planning for disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts.
Patrick Stewart
Patrick Stewart
Assistant Chief
United States Border Patrol
For more than 15 years, Washington-based Assistant Chief Patrick Stewart has built a career supporting homeland security missions.
Ryan Lanclos
Ryan Lanclos
Director of Public Safety
Esri, US
Russ Johnson
Russ Johnson
Global Public Safety Expert
Esri, US
Global expert advising on public safety with experience in homeland security, fire, emergency medical services and disaster management.

Industry speakers

Dr Este Geraghty
Dr Este Geraghty
Chief Medical Officer and Health Solutions Director
Esri, US
Leading Esri's health and human services sector in the widespread application of GIS.
Brian Boulmay
Brian Boulmay
Global digital transformation leader
As BP's Global Integration Director, Brian Boulmay has overseen the petroleum giant's digital transformation strategy.
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Aswadi Yusof
Planning Design and Development Lead
Mass Rapid Transit Corporation (MRT Corp)
Aswadi Yusof specialises in geospatial-based content development, geo-analytics for business planning, location-based data management and high-quality map products.
Adam Carnow
Adam Carnow
Community Evangelist
Esri, US
Working to change the world's understanding of GIS.

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