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  • Discount Code for Geospatial Risk Summit – January 29-30

    Discount Code for Geospatial Risk Summit – January 29-30

    The Geospatial Risk Summit is just a few weeks away! This new in-person event includes technical workshops and a full day conference, organized by GISMO member Priscilla Cole. GISMO members can receive a 10% discount. Look in your email for the registration code.. Geospatial Risk Summit January 29th – Training Day: St. John’s University – Davis Insurance Library,…

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  • RIP Dan McHugh (February 27, 1947 – December 17, 2024)

    RIP Dan McHugh (February 27, 1947 – December 17, 2024)

    Dear All, It is difficult to begin the new year as the bearer of sad news. With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our dear friend, Dan McHugh. Dan passed peacefully on December 17, 2024, in Ooltewah, Tennessee. His wife, Catherine, has shared information about the wake and funeral with us for those interested…

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  • Alan Leidner Appointed to National Geospatial Advisory Committee

    Alan Leidner Appointed to National Geospatial Advisory Committee

    We are happy to announce that Alan Leidner, a long time GISMO member and current Treasurer and Board Member, has been appointed to the Federal Geographic Data Committee’s (FGDC) National Geospatial Advisory Committee (NGAC). NGAC provides advice, including recommendations on the development of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI), and guidance to the FGDC whose…

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  • Discount Code for Geospatial Risk Summit – January 29-30

Career Resources

GISMO GIS Job Fair at Hunter College entrance with Amy Jeu greeting guests

Interested in exploring GIS as a career? Check out our program listings, job board, and mentoring program and other career resources. We are looking for volunteers to help with mentoring and career programs. [more…]

GIS Policy

NYC Council chamber

Learn how GISMO makes a difference in legislation and Geospatial policy, especially our most recent win: the introduction of a Chief GIS Officer for NYC. [more…]