Tag Archives: geospatial

Angela Omamuyovwi Anyakora – 2025 Young Geospatial Professional

Company: Sambus Geospatial, Nigeria Current position: Research and Business Development OfficerAge: 27            Education: BS technology, surveying, geo-informatics, Bells University of Technology; MS, geo-information technology, African Regional Institute for Geospatial Information Science and Technology As a professional in the fields of surveying and geospatial analysis, Anyakora brings a unique blend of technical expertise, attention to detail, and a...

Matthew Forrest – 2025 Young Geospatial Professional

Company: Wherobots Current position: Director of Customer Engineering and Product-Led GrowthAge: 36              Education: BA geography and sociology, University of Wisconsin-Madison Forrest is a passionate leader in modern GIS, dedicated to empowering others to adopt cutting-edge tools and methodologies in geospatial workflows. With more than 13 years of industry experience, Forrest has established himself as a thought...

Yu Gao – 2025 Young Geospatial Professional

Company: Teledyne Geospatial (Optech & Caris) Current position: Team Lead of Customer SupportAge: 38 Education: MS in geomatics engineering, York University Gao is a highly motivated team lead for customer support with 12 years of experience in translating complex technical solutions into customer-centric strategies. She excels at bridging the gap between technical expertise and business needs, demonstrating...

Catherine DuBreck – 2025 Young Geospatial Professional

Company: TRC Companies Current position: GIS Change Management ConsultantAge: 31             Education: MS Geography, University of Western Ontario; BA Geography, the State University of New York at Geneseo; Certificate, Microcredential, AAS GIS Technology from Monroe Community College DuBreck is a dedicated geospatial professional working full-time as a GIS change management consultant. In this role, she guides clients in...

Lukas Fraser – 2025 Young Geospatial Professional

Company: Looq AI Current position: Vice President, ProductAge: 31Education: BS in geodesy and geomatics engineering, University of New Brunswick In 2011, Fraser began his journey at the University of New Brunswick, aspiring to become a professional land surveyor. However, after graduation, he embarked on a career in remote sensing, joining a local aerial mapping company....

Andrea Krupa – 2025 Young Geospatial Professional

Company: PhotoSatCurrent position: President and CEOAge: 39Education: BS therapeutic recreation Douglas College; MS counseling psychology Southwestern College As president of PhotoSat, an independent company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Krupa has driven operational efficiency, supported new research and design, and formed new partnerships with emerging and existing satellite technology providers. On the personnel side, she...