This one is about more than career advice. It is a call to action for seasoned surveyors to be intentional about passing down knowledge, opening doors, and helping the next generation believe they belong in the room. Alex brings a passion for community, camaraderie, and preservation of wild public lands, while Taylor brings a deep commitment to mentoring the next generation of surveyors through his work in the industry and with YSN. Add in a Leica Geosystems Pro Tip on mentorship, Wanda Jackson’s “Let’s Have a Party” as Song of the Week, and the usual Geoholics energy, and you’ve got an episode focused on adding value, making friends, and reminding all of us that the future of surveying depends on what we are willing to share today.

We dig into the so-called “workforce shortage” and flip the script...it’s not just about talent, it’s about accessibility, awareness, and how we’re actually training people. Schools are teaching tools…industry needs problem-solvers. Big difference.

Shelby also drops some serious insight on how adults really learn...especially busy professionals, field crews, and PMs. Hint: it’s not sitting through long trainings. It’s solving real problems, in real time, with context that actually matters.

We also get into her journey from practicing geospatial to teaching it, what makes a great technical expert to collaborate with, and how we can better connect education and industry moving forward.

If you care about the future of surveying, geospatial, and the next generation coming into it…this one’s worth your time.

Music by Tom Petty!

00:30 - Rhea Garratt, Manager of Geospatial Desktop at Pix4D...apologies for the technical difficulties!                                    

09:40 - Andy Ives, Survey Manager at Langan Engineering

34:45 - Madeleine Janzen, Technical Sales Specialist at Geo-Plus and William Myers, Director of Operations at Global eTraining

47:55 - Charles Schreiner, Senior Project Manager and Scott Graham, VP and Chief Surveyor at ETM Surveying & Mapping, Inc.

1:10:55 - Rami Tamimi, Founder and Lead Instructor at The Survey School and Geomatics Project Manager at WSP

1:25:55 - Mike Liggett, Owner at Aerial Ethos, LLC and Scott Harrigan, President at Harkin Aerial

00:10 - John Downing, CO-Founder & Chief Product Architect of Leteligence and Vice President of LETEL                                    

24:42 - Jeffrey Martin, Founder CEO at Mosaic - 360º Geospatial Imaging System

41:05 - Andrew Middleton, Owner of The Map Center, New England's Oldest Map Store

1:00:40 - Dr. Mohamed Mostafa, Lead Technical Authority - Mobile Mapping at Trimble Applanix

1:30:15 - Riley Smith, Director, Monitoring, Mining, and Tunneling at Trimble

00:20 - Andres Abeyta, Executive Director at BootcampGIS

15:12 - Joel Gregory, CEO and Mitch McPherson at 12D Synergy

31:05 - Aaron Morris, Director of Innovation at Woolpert

48:40 - Craig Peddie, CEO North America at nfoldROI

1:14:30 - Mario Montagna, Survey Technician and Chad Maxwell, Senior Geomatics Manager at HDR

This episode is all about closing the gap between data and decision-making. Because let’s be real…in geospatial, data has never been the problem whereas knowing what to do with it has.

Matt breaks down how the next generation of geospatial tech is being built:

Not around sensors…but around the operator’s decision Not around volume of data…but speed + clarity of insight Not around “cool tech”…but real-world impact (wildfires, search & rescue, defense)

“Superhuman Vision”...It’s not about replacing people…it’s about augmenting human judgment at scale.

From agile product development to real-time feedback loops (literally flying systems weekly), this conversation is a masterclass in:

Building products people actually use Finding true product-market fit in geospatial Leveraging AI as an accelerator, not a distraction

If you’re in surveying, remote sensing, or building the future of geospatial tech…this episode is a wake-up call!

Music by Frank Sinatra!

Ted walks us through one of the biggest paradigm shifts our profession has ever seen: we didn’t just improve data collection…we changed the nature of the data itself.

This episode challenges the idea that “more data = better outcomes”… and pushes us to rethink what quality really means in a point cloud world.

Ted calls out one of the biggest gaps in our industry today—dysfunctional data governance. Firms adopting scanning tech without a clear strategy...Workflows being dictated by software instead of mission...Multiple sensors, platforms, and tools creating fragmentation...Lack of defensibility when it actually matters.

TopoDOT Solutions: This isn’t just a name change—it’s a mindset shift.

Ted introduces the idea of defining measurable characteristics of point cloud data—bringing structure, accountability, and true quality assessment into the conversation.

The role of the surveyor is evolving—from collector to interpreter, validator, and data governor.

To stay relevant (and lead), surveyors need to: Understand data at a deeper level...Own quality and traceability...Think beyond deliverables...Think lifecycle!

The firms (and people) who figure out data governance, quality, and strategy first…are going to lead the next era of surveying.

Music by Pigeons Playing Ping Pong!

Gordon shares his journey from Lansing Community College into the world of surveying—where curiosity turned into passion, and passion turned into a career spanning some of the most complex infrastructure projects in the country.

We’re talking 1,200 miles of the Amtrak Northeast Corridor, full transit system mapping across MBTA lines, and working in environments most surveyors will never experience—like fully underground rail systems where GPS is nonexistent and precision is everything.

If you’ve been hearing the LiDAR buzz—this episode breaks it down. Gordon walks us through the full workflow. And here’s the truth bomb: Data collection gets the spotlight… but processing is where careers are made or broken.

He also calls out one of the biggest misconceptions in the industry—thinking LiDAR is “push-button easy.” Spoiler alert: it’s not. Not if you care about quality.

Gordon emphasizes that great partners aren’t just technically sound—they’re communicative, accountable, and aligned on expectations.

This episode is a masterclass in staying relevant, delivering quality, and embracing the complexity of our profession.

If you’re in surveying, LiDAR, rail, or just love hearing how the best in the game think—this one’s a must-listen.

Music by Genesis!!!

Joining the show are Dr. Balaji Ramachandran, Dr. Unal Okyay, Bill Swope, and Scott Dunham, representing the ASPRS Gulf South Region, where they’re working to grow a tight-knit geospatial community across Texas and Louisiana. From certifications to conferences to career-changing connections, this episode dives into why professional organizations still matter in an industry evolving at warp speed.

We kick things off at 30,000 feet discussing what ASPRS actually does and why surveyors, drone pilots, photogrammetrists, lidar specialists, and GIS pros should care. With nearly a century of history behind it, ASPRS has helped establish standards, promote education, and advance technologies that form the backbone of modern geospatial workflows.

The conversation also digs into ASPRS certifications — including Certified Photogrammetrist (CP) and Certified Mapping Scientist (CMS) — and how these credentials can elevate careers, validate expertise, and help professionals stand out in a rapidly growing field. 

We also preview the ASPRS Gulf South Geospatial Conference, happening at Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana, where attendees can expect technical sessions on topics like mobile lidar for railroads, geospatial accuracy standards, photorealistic 3D visualization, and lidar data assessment — plus a panel discussion moderated by your very own Geoholics host....Mr. Kent Groh!

Beyond the tech talk, the episode highlights initiatives like the Jim Gillis Memorial Education Fund, which helps remove financial barriers for students and young professionals pursuing careers in mapping sciences — proving that investing in the next generation is just as important as pushing the technology forward.

Organizations like ASPRS play a critical role in maintaining standards, professional credibility, and ethical practice as geospatial technology becomes more accessible to everyone.

If you care about the future of geospatial technology, professional credibility, and building a stronger community in the mapping sciences, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Music by Pink Floyd!

Rather than treating safety as compliance paperwork or a reaction to incidents, Brian explains why behavior only changes when people understand why safety matters to each other — not just to policy. The discussion dives into the tension many organizations face between production and protection, revealing why separating safety from productivity may actually create more risk instead of less.

Throughout the episode, storytelling takes center stage. Brian shares lessons learned from high-risk environments where leadership presence, vulnerability, and trust made the difference between near-misses and tragedies. The conversation explores how leaders can recognize performative safety cultures, shift from reactive investigation cycles, and build what he calls a “zero-incident mindset” — a cultural belief system rather than a metric.

Listeners will walk away with practical insights, including:

-Why compliance alone rarely changes behavior

-How perspective reshapes risk awareness

-The role of humility and leadership vulnerability on jobsites

-Small “inversions” organizations can implement immediately

-Why safety and production must operate as one system, not competing priorities

At its core, Episode 273 reminds us that safety isn’t about preventing failure — it’s about valuing people enough to change how we see one another at work.

Song of the Week from the Phoenix-based High Lonesome Drifters.

Legacy.

Our guest, Mikel Bowman — President of Bowman Legacies, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and best-selling author of Lead From the Middle — joins us to talk about the difference between being remembered… and actually making a difference.

Spoiler alert: -Legends get applause. -Legacies change lives.

Mikel doesn’t preach leadership from a boardroom. He talks about getting in the dirt with your people — job sites, shop floors, and real-world pressure where culture either shows up… or falls apart. From near-miss moments on projects to coaching CEOs and first-timers alike, he shares why servant leadership, mindset shifts, and culture-first thinking are the real levers that save teams (and sometimes lives).

We unpack:

Why culture beats process every time

The biggest leadership blind spots managers don’t want to admit

What separates managers from leaders from legacy builders

How one tough question can silence a room — and spark real change

And why leadership starts in the messy middle, not the corner office

This episode hits home for anyone leading crews, projects, families, or companies — especially those of us in survey, geospatial, and construction who know leadership isn’t theory… it’s boots-on-the-ground reality.

If you’ve ever thought:

“There’s got to be a better way to lead…”

This one’s for you.

Because at the end of the day…It’s not about building your résumé...It’s about building people...And building something that outlives you!

Music by Metallica!!

This week we sit down with Marc Goldman — part storyteller, part pilot, part GIS evangelist, and 100% believer that location intelligence is the secret sauce behind the future of the built environment.

Marc didn’t follow the “safe” path. He walked away from architecture and engineering school at 21 to start his first AEC-tech company — betting on himself before “startup culture” was even a thing. Thirty years later, after navigating startups, global orgs, and everything in between, he’s still pushing the industry forward… helping architects, engineers, and surveyors finally see how GIS connects all the dots.

And trust us… this isn’t just a “software talk”...this is mindset stuff.

We get into:

• Taking big risks early and why failure is the best professor

• The real difference between startups and enterprise culture

• Bridging the gap between CAD, BIM, and spatial thinking

• Where GIS actually delivers value (not just buzzwords)

• Digital twins, reality capture, and what’s practical vs hype

• Leading teams through change without losing your people

• Inspiring early-career pros to find their lane in AEC tech

• And what’s next… AI, interoperability, and the data-driven future of our industry

Marc’s passion is contagious — especially when he talks about helping the next generation “take flight” (literally and figuratively). His analogies from flying airplanes to flying careers hit home in true Geoholics fashion.

If you’ve ever wondered how survey, GIS, BIM, and reality capture finally come together into one ecosystem, this episode connects the dots.

Big energy. Big perspective. Big future.

So whether you’re in the field, the office, or cruising at 30,000 feet...hit play and let’s map it out.

As always — Add value. Make friends. TITS OUT & CHIN UP!

Music by Pink Floyd!

We dive headfirst into the origin story behind Magellan, the first “No Drone Expert Required” LiDAR drone — and why it’s flipping the script on how survey firms adopt technology. No six-figure science projects. No “drone guy risk.” Just practical robotics that turn everyday crews into productivity machines.

But this episode isn’t just about hardware — it’s about mindset.

Rob talks:

-Building companies (and selling them) without losing your soul

-Removing friction so surveyors can focus on surveying

-Why LiDAR is the great unlock for mapping pros stuck in camera-only workflows

-How robotics can upgrade people, not replace them

-What “world-class talent” really looks like in a tech-driven survey company

-And where the surveying industry is headed in the next 5–10 years

It’s equal parts leadership, innovation, and straight-up field practicality — the kind of conversation that makes you rethink how your team operates Monday morning.

If you care about LiDAR, drones, scaling your survey operations, or building a future-proof business… this one’s a must-listen.

Because sometimes innovation isn’t about flying higher…it’s about making it simple enough that everyone can fly.

Music by The Killers!

From growing up across Texas, Mississippi, Utah, and Hawaii as part of a military family, to excavating 7th-century monasteries and 12th-century abbeys in Ireland, Jenna’s journey has been anything but ordinary. That geographic diversity helped shape her appreciation for landscapes, cultures, and the human stories hidden beneath them.

The conversation explores what archaeology really looks like beyond the movies—balancing rugged fieldwork with complex office analysis—and why cultural resource compliance is far more technical, analytical, and geospatially driven than most people realize.

Listeners get an inside look at:

>Prehistoric ceramic replication and how recreating ancient pottery reveals insights no textbook ever could

>Surveying 15 miles of wilderness at Bandelier National Monument, one of Jenna’s career-defining projects

>How archaeologists decode fragmented evidence like a massive puzzle with missing pieces

>The growing role of GIS in archaeology, including site density modeling, probability mapping, and interactive story maps

>Where surveyors, mappers, LiDAR professionals, and archaeologists can collaborate more effectively

>The powerful human moments that remind us archaeology is ultimately about people—not artifacts

Jenna closes the episode with thoughtful advice for young professionals looking to enter archaeology, cultural resources, or GIS—encouraging curiosity, patience, and a willingness to embrace both science and storytelling.

This episode is a reminder that whether you’re mapping terrain, scanning infrastructure, or excavating history—context matters, layers matter, and collaboration across disciplines makes us all better.

Song of the Week: “New Orleans Is Sinking” by The Tragically Hip

The conversation turns toward the future of the industry—interoperability challenges, outdated policies slowing innovation, and the growing tension between traditional mapping workflows and real-time, AI-enabled geospatial intelligence. Keith offers an insider’s perspective on what’s working, what’s broken, and what he would redesign if the GEOINT enterprise were built from scratch today.

As an advisor and investor, Keith also shares what separates startups that struggle from those that truly move the needle—highlighting the mindset, leadership traits, and clarity of purpose required to survive in an increasingly crowded geospatial market.

We close with a powerful reflection on the single lesson Keith believes every geospatial professional must understand to make a meaningful impact in this rapidly evolving industry—plus his personal mantra that continues to guide his journey.

If you care about leadership, policy, innovation, AI, startups, and the future of geospatial intelligence, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Music by Spafford!

Born on Carswell Air Force Base and raised with a strong sense of structure and service, Dillon shares how early exposure to hard work, responsibility, and mentorship shaped his approach to both surveying and leadership. From cutting his teeth in his dad’s survey company to earning his RPLS at the age of 23, Dillon’s story is one of focus, humility, and relentless growth.

The conversation dives deep into his dual academic and hands-on education, the value of learning the profession from the ground up, and how those early field lessons still guide how he leads teams today as Director of Survey Operations for Energy & Power. Dillon also breaks down advanced topics like gradient boundary surveys, LSLS projects, and CFedS certification, offering real-world advice for young surveyors who want to push beyond the basics and specialize.

Beyond the technical side, this episode hits hard on purpose and service. Dillon opens up about his faith, his commitment to being a servant leader, and his passion for giving back through TSPS involvement and student outreach. Recognition like being named TSPS Young Surveyor of the Year is discussed not as an endpoint—but as a responsibility to lift others up and leave the profession better than he found it.

Dillon caps it all off by sharing the one piece of advice he’d give his 16-year-old self standing on that first survey crew—wisdom earned through years of experience, mistakes, and growth.

Another episode that reminds us surveying isn’t just a job—it’s a calling, a craft, and a community.

Music by Alan Jackson!!

In Episode 266 of The Geoholics, we sit down with Dustin Gardner, PLS—a guy who somehow combined American literature, math, criminal justice, surveying, fatherhood, service, and storytelling into one damn good life.

From San Diego roots to EV infrastructure projects… From survey outreach and historical preservation to mentoring foster youth… From fishing with his son to writing books that challenge how we think about purpose…

Dustin is living proof that surveying isn’t just lines, points, and coordinates—it’s context, character, and contribution.

We talk career moments that make you stop and say “I belong here”, why teaching the next generation matters, how storytelling and surveying are basically cousins, and what it means to build a legacy that goes way beyond the job title.

This episode will: -Inspire you -Ground you -Remind you why you got into this profession -And probably make you call a mentor you haven’t talked to in a while

Hit play. Trust us. 

Music by Waylon Jennings!

01:10 - Will Wing PLS, Owner Operator\CEO @ Infinity Land Surveying, LLC & Dustin Gardner PLS, Land Surveyor @ Diamondback Land Surveying.

18:05 - Klaus Thymann, Explorer, Scientist, Creator - Fellow @ The Explorers Club & The Royal Geographical Society - Expert Roster @ UNESCO UN - Founder Project Pressure

37:40 - Dr. Scott Peterson, Associate Professor, Geomatics Engineering at Fresno State University & Tom Cardenas, Senior Vice President at CSDS, Inc.

01:01:25 - Brian Manning, CEO/Founder of Xona Space Systems & Olivier Casabianca, Vice President, Advanced Positioning Sector @ Trimble, Inc. 

04:30 - Cyndee Hoagland, Senior Vice President for Trimble's Owner and Public Sector & Adrian Newcombe, Director of Product Management Utilities and Public Admin at Trimble

25:45 - Eric Glaves PLS, Survey Analyst at David Evans and Associates, Inc.

41:30 - Tom Cardenas, Senior Vice President at CSDS, Inc. & Bob Berti, Owner at California Construction Control

1:03:00 - Karl Bradshaw, Director of Product Management, Reality Capture at Trimble Inc. & Arnaud Lezennec, Senior Applications Engineer at Trimble Inc.

1:20:30 - Stephanie Michaud, Director of Product Management, Field Software at Trimble Inc. & Andreas Sinning, Director of Marketing at Trimble Navigation

00:10 - Kristie Achee, Sr. Project Manager @ QK & Kathy Nitayangkul, Land Surveyor and Partner @ Polaris Land Surveying

14:00 - Carol Morman, Owner @ CLM Surveying & Engineering and Program Chair, Professor Land Surveying @ Cincinnati State Technical and Community College & Cara Tryling, Professional Land Surveyor @ Brandstetter Carroll Inc. 

28:45 - Isabella Totra, Student @ Saint Louis University & Iris Saldana-Zapata, Senior CAD Technician @ Sabak, Wilson & Lingo, Inc and Student @ Vincennes University AND 2026 Geoholics WSS Scholarship WINNERS!!

45:10 - Kaitlin Constantine, Professional Land Surveyor @ DOWL and YOUNGEST female licensed land surveyor in NV & Rita Lumos quite possibly the OLDEST female licensed land surveyor in NV!!!

1:01:20 - Evi De La Rosa Ricciardi, Professor Land Surveying Engineering @ University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez & Genesis Feliciano, Student @ University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez & Yanielyz Paola, Student @ University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

04:00 - Heather Markley, Vice President @ Future Surveyors Foundation and Sr Vice President @ LJA Surveying, Inc.

16:00 - Natalie Martinez-Vega, Land Surveyor @ US Army Corp of Engineers & Jade Castillo, Topography Technician @ V. Seda & Associates PSC

37:00 - Trisha Lund, Owner of WLG Surveying Solutions

51:00 - Jeanette Harley, Owner of Harley Surveying & DeeDee Frasure, Surveyor @ Timmons Group

1:02:15 - Schuyler Sears, Survey Field Technician @ IMEG Corp

1:17:00 - Marissa Almiron, Phase Manager @ SAM & Ruth Trujillo Rodriguez, President & CEO @ Ruth L. Trujillo Rodriguez Professional Land Surveyors, PSC

1:33:00 - Alicia Tabachnick, Land Surveyor @ Timmons Group & Tiana Marbuery, Project Surveyor @ McKim & Creed, Inc.

00:40 - Mat Kellett, Regional Senior Manager - Northern Europe @ Topcon Positioning Systems

12:40 - András Zlinszky, Community Evangelist @ Sinergise

27:40 - Steven Woolven, President @ Trimble Applanix 

38:05 - Raymond Woering, CEO and Commercial Director & Hanno Kant, Does Everything Ray Doesn't Do Which Is A Lot @ APGLOS

54:00 - Henry Genefaas, Technical Specialist @ Emesent

1:06:55 - Reinis Tocelovskis, Founder & CEO @ 3D Engineering and Co-Founder & CEO @ My3D.Cloud

00:25 - Madeleine Janzen, Technical Sales Specialist & Samuel Beaupre, Director of Sales & Marketing @ Geo-Plus

17:25 - Torsten Kriening, Publisher and CEO @ SpaceWatch.Global 

38:22 - Mantas Vaskela, CEO @ AISPECO

50:52 - Toni Louhisola, Digitalization Veteran @ Infrakit Group Oy & Jaakkola Mika, Development manager @ Destia Oy 

1:03:00 - Igor Vereninov, Co-Founder and CEO @ Emlid

1:21:30 - Antonio Mendes, Mobile Mapping Solutions Manager @ Leica Geosystems

Scott and Chris tackle the biggest misconceptions around UAVs, break down the differences between American and Chinese platforms, and explain how handheld scanners and SLAM systems are resetting expectations for accuracy and deliverables. They also explore how AI is accelerating faster than hardware — and why keeping people, ethics, and trust at the center of tech adoption matters more than ever.

Chris brings heart and honesty with insights on faith, family, and teamwork, while both guests highlight why surveyors are more essential than ever in a “shrinking world.” The episode closes with a look at what makes AllTerra Central unique and where they see UAVs and reality capture heading over the next five years.

Music by the Eagles!!

05:24 - Chris Trevillian - Senior Director Product Go To Market, Trimble Field Systems @ Trimble Inc. 

21:42 - Michael Leppitsch - Alliances @ Point One Navigation 

36:45 - Paul Hanaphy - Marketing & PR @ Artec 3D

47:20 - Miss Digital Twins @ SKARTA 

57:05 - Hans-Martin Zogg - Business Director TPS @ Leica Geosystems

This week, we sit down with Dallas VanZanten, a self-taught innovator who’s redefining the intersection of construction, geospatial, and technology.

From his early “aha” moment with drones in 2015 to his work helping companies implement Datumate’s DatuBIM platform, Dallas is proof that when accuracy meets adoption, digital construction becomes unstoppable.

A few things we talked about included:

 ✅ Building trust between field crews & project managers

 ✅ Avoiding accuracy pitfalls in coordinate systems & datums

 ✅ The evolution of drones from novelty to necessity

 ✅ How AI & automation are shaping the next five years

Music by NF!

#TheGeoholics #Geospatial #Surveying #RealityCapture #ConstructionTech #Datumate #DatuBIM #Drones #Photogrammetry #Innovation #AEC #Podcast #Accuracy #Adoption #Leadership #addingvalue #makingfriends

A huge thanks to our featured partners Emlid TopoDOT AllTerra Central, Inc. Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon NLC Test Prep GEODNET David Evans and Associates, Inc. Diamondback Land Surveying

From lidar to leadership, mentorship to momentum, these three are proving that the next generation of mapping pros is fired up and ready to shape the industry’s future.

Jordan, Greg, and Riley share what drew them to ASPRS and why getting involved early changed everything. They talk about building confidence, seizing opportunities, and the power of showing up — even when you feel like the new kid in a room full of experts.

The trio dives into what makes mentorship the secret sauce of career growth. From the ASPRS Mentors Podcast to hands-on guidance from industry veterans, they unpack how authentic mentor-mentee relationships can transform careers — and why giving back is the ultimate ROI.

Breaking into photogrammetry, remote sensing, and GIS isn’t easy. The guests discuss imposter syndrome, limited exposure to field tech, and how ASPRS provides the network, training, and inspiration to overcome those hurdles — one peer connection at a time.

Drones, AI, and automation are reshaping how we collect and use geospatial data. The conversation explores how ASPRS can bridge the academic–industry gap, keeping early-career professionals ahead of the curve while honoring the science’s roots.

Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about influence. These young pros share how they’re learning to lead through service, communication, and collaboration within ASPRS while balancing growing careers of their own.

Each guest offers their “aha” moment — from career-defining mentorships to community wins — and leaves listeners with one powerful piece of advice: Get involved. Stay curious. And remember — the geospatial world only moves forward when we move together.

Huge thanks to EMLID, TopoDOT, AllTerra Central, Hexagon, NLC Prep, GEODNET, David Evans & Associates, and DBLS — we couldn’t do this without you!

Music by Cucamaras!!

Do not miss these conversations that included the following individuals:

Paul Miller, COO @ Sitech

Darryl Gowlett, Owner - Darryl Gowlett Surveyors Pty Ltd 

Tony Byrnes, Business Operations Manager @ WW Surveys

Luke Johnson, Product Manager @ Trimble

Steven (Shep) Sheppard, Geospatial Solutions Manager @ Trimble 

Music by Hoodoo Gurus!!

Dane shared how working across different land systems taught him that geography, history, and law all shape the surveyor’s role. From land development to energy and transportation, his career has spanned multiple sectors, each leaving him with a deeper perspective on the craft.

We unpacked his manual—its success, feedback, and the opportunities it has opened. Dane also discussed his continuing education program with WFPS, particularly around oil and gas surveying, a niche where his expertise runs deep.

Passionate about building confidence in the next generation, Dane believes passing licensing exams is less about pure survey knowledge and more about test-taking skills and mindset. His mission? To mentor aspiring professionals and help them see themselves as capable, licensed surveyors-in-the-making.

Dane has spoken at most western state conferences and made a bold, open offer to bring his voice eastward. His goal is simple: share knowledge, spread encouragement, and leave a lasting legacy of mentorship, confidence, and professional pride.

Music by The Cure!!!

The show kicks off with Geoholics news and happenings—INTERGEO, Trimble Dimensions, and, of course, the highly anticipated Women Surveyors Summit in October. Powered by EMLID and supported by our incredible sponsors, this episode blends industry updates with thought-provoking dialogue about the future of surveying.

The guests share the origin story and mission of the Future Surveyors Foundation—creating opportunity, inspiration, and support for a diverse geospatial workforce. Listeners get an inside look at programs like PRISM+ALLIES, the Women Surveyors Summit, and mentorship partnerships designed to strengthen the profession while opening doors for underrepresented groups

We dive deep into the philosophy behind the Summit—“for women, by women”—and what that means for event design and delivery. From continuing education tracks to ethics sessions, the 2025 edition promises fresh opportunities for growth, networking, and empowerment. The conversation highlights why Las Vegas was chosen as the host city and teases some standout program elements happening October 23–26, 2025

The Foundation also proudly announces the Geoholics Scholarship winners—Isabella Totra & Iris Saldana—future leaders carrying the torch for the next generation of surveyors

As always, we add a cultural twist with our Song of the Week: Tim McGraw’s “Humble & Kind”—a reminder of the values that guide both our personal lives and professional journeys

Listeners also catch the latest GEODNET count update, proving that satellites, crypto, and surveying are more connected than ever.

The episode closes with a powerful challenge: what can you do to inspire and support the next generation of surveyors? Whether it’s attending the Summit, mentoring, or sponsoring initiatives, the message is clear—change starts with community and commitment.

#addvalue #makefriends #beageoholic

After the TopoDOT Song of the Week and a few Hexagon pro tips, the crew welcomed Alex Baikovitz, Co-Founder and CEO of Mach9. Born in Miami, forged at Carnegie Mellon, and seasoned by building robots to inspect nuclear facilities, Alex has one mission: help computers understand and interact with the physical world.

We dug deep into Mach9’s origin story—starting with reality capture hardware for surveyors and pivoting to automated 3D mapping software that extracts features faster than you can say “digital twin.” From the fusion of LiDAR, AI, and edge computing, to real-world use cases that are saving clients serious time and money, Alex painted a picture of where geospatial intelligence is headed.

Highlights included:

• How Mach9 is redefining data workflows for surveyors and infrastructure teams.
• Why AI/ML isn’t just buzz—it’s making massive point clouds actually useful.
• Where geospatial sits in the bigger puzzle of smart cities, digital twins, and even generative AI.
• The balancing act between innovation and privacy in a data-hungry world.
• Alex’s five-year outlook, including what quantum computing and neuromorphic chips might mean for our industry.

The future of geospatial intelligence is already here, and companies like Mach9 are leading the charge. From automating feature extraction to enabling real-time insights with AI, Alex reminded us that innovation isn’t about replacing the surveyor, it’s about empowering them to work smarter, faster, and safer. So take this conversation as both a challenge and an invitation: embrace the technology, lean into the change, and remember that adding value and making friends is always the ultimate return on investment!!!

Sponsors Spotlight

EMLID: All-in-one aerial survey kit—GNSS, checkpoints, tools, and streamlined workflows.

TopoDOT: Total data governance for point cloud workflows.

Diamondback Land Surveying (DBLS): A full-service firm delivering precision, reliability, and cutting-edge tech to the industry.

GeoSearch: Connecting geoscience professionals with career opportunities.

GEODNET: 18,620 satellite miners strong, powering precision navigation for drones, AVs, AR, and beyond.

Trimble: Partnering with surveyors to shape a sustainable future.

Culture & Flavor

Alongside the usual Geoholics flavor—pro tips from Esri, GeoSearch Career Corner updates, and some words of wisdom courtesy of Ozzy himself—the stage was set for a deep dive into surveying leadership.

Guest Spotlight – Trent Keenan

From Omaha roots to Las Vegas hustle, Trent Keenan has carved out a reputation as not only a successful business owner but also a mentor and advocate for the next generation of surveyors. His hobbies (photography, golf, biking, half-marathons, even calf exercises!) may keep him balanced, but his heart is in advancing the profession.

Key themes from the conversation:

Pivotal Moments: The turning points that shaped Trent into a recognized voice for the industry.

Mentorship: Stories from Mentoring Mondays and the mentors who shaped his path.

Challenges of Ownership: Lessons learned while building Diamondback Land Surveying.

Future of Surveying: Balancing rapid tech adoption—LiDAR, drones, reality capture—with the craft’s timeless fundamentals.

Industry Advocacy: Breaking down barriers for new entrants and inspiring seasoned pros to step up as mentors.

Legacy & Motivation: The impact Trent hopes to leave and what keeps him fired up day after day.

The Elevator Pitch: His 30-second sell to high school students—why surveying is a career worth pursuing.

Closing Notes

As always, the Geoholics closed the show with a mix of humor, insight, and a few reminders:

• Rent that tractor.
• Check your reality capture commitment.
• Change the public perspective.
• Don’t be a dumbass.

And of course, Trent left us all Flying High Again.

We kicked things off with Geoholics News & Happenings, a few laughs, and some sponsor shoutouts (big thanks to Emlid, TopoDOT, AllTerra Central, Hexagon, NLC Prep, GEODNET, and David Evans & Associates—you rock!). 

Carla took us on a journey through her unique path—from studying marine biology and environmental science to NASA Earth Science, where she translated complex ocean data into stories the rest of us could actually understand. Today, she’s the mastermind behind programming some of the biggest geospatial events on the planet.

We dug into:

NASA stories & ocean science – including mind-blowing ocean facts and the challenge of making satellites sound sexy.

Geo Week’s evolution – from niche gatherings like SPAR3D & ILMF to a global stage driving geospatial innovation.

Industry trends – UAVs, digital twins, NSRS modernization, and what to expect at future shows.

Storytelling secrets – how beer blogging and science communication shaped her approach to engaging technical audiences.

Parenting parallels – Carla’s life raising a toddler (spoiler: stomping in puddles is just as rewarding as moderating a keynote).

Of course, we wrapped with some quick-fire fun: Syracuse winters vs. toddler parenting, favorite bedtime books, toddler songs on repeat, and what style of beer best represents Geo Week (you’ll have to listen for her answer).

Curiosity isn’t just a career driver—it’s a way to live, learn, and connect with people.

Music by Billy Joel!

We geeked out on the coolest hands-on moments—think drone flights, augmented reality, and rock-solid geology demos—that had students’ eyes lighting up brighter than the RV’s solar panels. We shared heart-warming stories from Title I and underserved schools where the Geo Explorer’s visit was more than a field trip—it was a spark for future scientists.

From hydrogeology to GIS, and from navigating tricky school-day parking logistics to dreaming about future VR tours and global expeditions, the team proved that science isn’t just about data—it’s about people, passion, and creating “aha” moments.

By the end, one thing was clear: when the wheels stop rolling, the curiosity keeps going—and that’s the real mission accomplished.

Music by Johnny Cash!

00:30 - Matthew Bainbridge - Principal @ Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.

14:10 - Jason Haynes - Reality Capture Director/Survey Division Manager @ Pennoni

34:55 - Gavin Schrock - Consulting Editor and Land Surveyor & Shane O'Regan - Director iCON, Building Construction Field Portfolio at Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon

53:42 - Bernhard Richter - VP Geomatics @ Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon

01:07:10 - Liam Thierens - Partner | General Manager - Spatial @ Bennett + Bennett

03:50 - Steven Thurgood - Business Development Manager @ Hexagon Geosystems 

21:30 - Robert Young - Principal Surveyor @ Trans Texas Surveying and Mapping, LLC  

43:15 - Tom Givon - Vice President Marketing & Solutions @ GIV Solutions & Ivan Swindull - Innovation Domain Lead @ ExxonMobil 

01:06:45 - Hans-Martin Zogg - Business Director TPS @ Leica Geosystems

01:22:10 - John Fraser - Regional President @ Hexagon Geosystems

01:39:30 - Matthew Anderle - Director of Digital Strategy @ AECOM

Meanwhile, Matt talks about navigating his 24+ years in land surveying, helping a two-person firm grow into a thriving team, and how to keep your cool when dealing with complex right-of-way platting and snowmobiles. 

Could Swiss-style cadastral systems save U.S. surveyors from a boundary crisis? Rich and Matt say ‘yes’—but it’ll take more than chocolate and yodeling to get there!

The group tackled bold questions: Should boundaries be classified as critical infrastructure? Are U.S. surveyors ready for a paradigm shift? And what would they say if they only had 60 seconds to pitch cadastral modernization to a governor? (Hint: it involves passion, precision, and maybe a touch of Swiss envy).

Plus: Song of the Week – “Sex Type Thing” by Stone Temple Pilots GEODNET hits 17,563 satellite miners ESRI Pro Tip & GeoSearch Career Corner Emlid and Trimble dropping tech mic moments

It’s a mix of tech, policy, and people—the kind of episode where boundaries aren’t just lines on a map, they’re lines in the sand for the profession’s future.

From Chicago’s north side to UC Berkeley and beyond, these GPS pioneers dropped knowledge like satellites in freefall:

Why decentralizing GNSS might just save the world (or at least your drone survey).

How GEODNET is quietly assembling the world’s largest RTK network — one miner at a time.

And what happens when a “Bad Elf” and a “Geo-Nerd” walk into a room.

There’s tech talk, trust talk, and even some good ol’ fashioned Iron Man headbanging as Black Sabbath sets the musical tone for the week.

Bonus: find out what woodworking, 3D printing, and Mandarin Chinese have to do with geospatial innovation. (Spoiler: nothing... and everything.)

And don’t miss the NLCPREP brain teaser — GPS isn’t about magnets or mirrors, folks!

This episode is brought to you by our friends at EMLID, TopoDOT, Hexagon, AllTerra Central, and of course, David Evans & Associates — where commitments are serious, and the relationships are even better.

From his roots in shrinking Erie, PA (home of the world’s coldest windchill and warmest hearts), Ryan walks us through a career that spans 800+ homicide investigations, NCAA football, and selling cutting-edge 3D tech like it’s hotcakes at a garage sale. Oh—and he once solved a case involving a live grenade. Casual.

Career plot twist: Ryan swapped body bags for point clouds and now helps AEC pros digitize the built world, proving that real superheroes don’t always wear capes—sometimes they wear high-viz and sell scanning systems.

His passions? Hosting 1,000+ movie nights, running an eBay shop, and blogging as the “Reel Rhino”—because who wouldn't need Batman-level escapism after years of CSI work?

Plus: we get tech tips, tales of courtroom drama, Leica learning curves, and an inspiring look at the future of digital forensics.

Whether you’re a geospatial geek, true crime addict, or cinephile with a Leica wish list—this episode’s got something for you.

Music by Everclear!!!

00:11 - Daniel Bollone, MBA, GISP - Geographic Information Systems Administrator at The City of Winter Garden, FL

12:15 - Robyn Ryan Knaak - Partner at TopoDOT

33:00 - Natasha George - Senior CAD Tech at Hirani Engineering and Land Surveying, P.C.

50:05 - Tatiana Osuna, Geomatic Engineer and Travis St. Hilaire, Land Surveyor at Langan

01:04:25 - Mike McGill, Strategic Growth Lead, Utility Engineering at Looq AI

00:11 - Kevin Hardy, PLS, GISP - Vice President Geospatial Technologies at TerraMark 

18:50 - Don Seals, RPLS - Lidar Survey Manager at TREKK Design Group, LLC 

34:18 - Chris Siebern - Application Success Manager with Design Technology Services at Colliers Engineering & Design

58:30 - Trisha Milliken - Business Manager and Scott Graham, PSM - ETM Survey, Inc.

01:16:43 - Frank Hahnel - Laser Scanning Account Executive at NavVis

The hosts, powered by caffeine and TopoDOT hype, guide us through tales of failing forward, mentoring like a boss, and building GIS empires from scratch at Orbital Engineering—because who doesn’t want a side of cartography with their asset management?

Adam also debunks the myth that GIS folks just “make maps” (spoiler alert: they’re digital twin wizards now), and drops advice for newbies who might be torn between making maps or, say, making firearms. (Just another Tuesday in Adam’s origin story.)

Throw in some gnarly punk energy from H2O, the ever-epic Geodnet satellite miner tally, a questionable raster vs. vector pop quiz, and the usual host banter that walks the fine line between insightful and delightfully unhinged—and you’ve got another can’t-miss episode.

Fail forward, ride the wave, be disruptive—and if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.

Also, don't forget to check if you can put a satellite miner on your house!!!

We kick things off with the usual “Jake Owen sings while KG wings it” intro, followed by breaking news from the land of satellite miners, career advice from the GeoSearch crew, and an ESRI pro tip that may or may not involve chair-based motivation.

Then it’s time for the main event: Chad “Every Mode of Transport” Maxwell. This guy has surveyed from 200 meters in the sky to 3,000 meters under the sea, possibly while simultaneously filing expense reports and dodging alligators in a swamp buggy. He’s done geomatics work inside a jet engine, which raises both safety concerns and curiosity about what his LinkedIn endorsements look like.

Highlights include:

A “remote-sensing-first” mindset that could make drones blush.

A heartfelt plea to ditch outdated habits (we’re looking at you, paper field books).

A shout-out to the ASPRS standards that got more love than most people's fantasy football teams.

And a lighting round that proves even surveyors enjoy filling in the blank—especially when the blank is “The future of surveying is _______.”

From nuclear reactors to the Grand Canyon, Chad Maxwell proves that the future of surveying is just one swamp buggy ride away.

Enter Ted Knaak, the President of TopoDOT and certified geospatial Jedi. Ted takes us on a journey from Jersey Shore roots to launching Riegl USA in the 90s, and then mic-dropping the geospatial world with TopoDOT in 2011—because clearly, satellites weren’t ambitious enough.

We talk TopoShare (data governance’s cooler cousin), reality capture, point clouds, paradigm shifts, ROI (Return On Innovation?), and how TopoDOT is turning surveying into a high-resolution lifestyle. It’s basically Shark Tank meets Star Trek for surveyors.

Song of the Week? Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m Goin’ Down,” which ironically pairs well with LiDAR elevation points.

BONUS: If you like brain-twisters, there’s even a boundary survey quiz, a GEODNET miner count update, and enough acronyms to crash your COGO.

So buckle up, grab your Emlid kit, and prepare to be inspired, educated, and just confused enough to start googling “blockchain RTK.” TopoDOT didn’t just draw a line—it rendered the entire surface.

In this episode, the Geoholics crew sits down with serial startup whisperer Sean Gorman, co-founder of Zephr.xyz—a company so cutting-edge it probably triangulated this podcast before it aired. Sean, who grew up everywhere from Germany to the Philippines (basically Carmen Sandiego in reverse), shares how a life of constant relocation and rowing (yes, actual rowing) shaped his journey into geospatial tech superstardom.

The conversation navigates GPS spoofing, blockchain-based RTK, and turning your phone into a location-locked superhero—all while trying to make sense of GNSS like it’s not just a Scrabble score. We also learn that Sean has exited three startups and still had time to accidentally go viral for a dissertation. Casual.

From Sofi Tukker’s “Purple Hat” vibes to the WingtraGround setup that even your intern could master, this episode blends tech, travel, and topography in a way only The Geoholics can. One thing’s for sure: if location is everything, Sean’s been everywhere.

Moral of the story? Always bring a base station…and never underestimate a former rower with a PhD and a passion for satellites. 

From dodging camels in Djibouti to resurrecting section corners like Indiana Jones with a data collector, Colin shares tales of grit, GPS, and generational wisdom—especially the time he and his son turned a Nebraska project into a family bonding moment worthy of a Pixar movie.

He also dives into For The Quest, a geo-RPG that turns map-hunting into a noble pursuit, proving once and for all that surveyors can be adventurers too… just with more sunburns and fewer dragons.

And of course, it all wraps up with a dose of philosophy, family values, and a reminder that the best education often comes from the dirt under your boots—not the letters after your name. Music by Tengger Cavalry!!!

01:05 - Nathan Jones, UAS/GIS Department Lead @ AG3 Group LLC

18:50 - Will Alexander, Geospatial Specialist @ Centurion Planning & Design, LLC

29:50 - Scott Dunham, Geospatial Director @ Gorrondona & Associates, Inc.

38:28 - José A. Pilartes-Congo, Jr., Ph.D. Research Assistant @ MANTIS Lab (Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying & Science)

00:40 - Vladimir Serkov, LiDAR Manager @ Poznecki Camarillo, LLC

17:30 - Alex Sorrells, Student @ Texas A&M University

31:15 - Terrance Ranney, Drone Services Manager @ UNICO Engineering, Inc.

44:25 - Stephen Anthony, Principal Geospatial Data Engineer @ CoreLogic

53:50 - Sally Holl, GIS Professor @ Austin Community College

00:32 -  Elisse Deleissegues, GIS Analyst at Hawai'i Geographic Information Coordinating Council (HIGICC)

17:10 - Beverly Pascual, Civil Engineer at Engineers Surveyors Hawaii, Inc.

29:12 - Clare Mamura, Owner of Pacific Geospatial Services and President of Hawai'i Geographic Information Coordinating Council (HIGICC) 

42:58 - Jim Reinbold, Regional Sales Director at Carlson Software 

57:14 - Meyer Cummins, LPLS State of Hawaii 

00:30 Alika Garo, Project Surveyor at Sam O. Hirota, Inc.

10:02 Cliff Yim, Licensed Land Surveyor in the State of Hawaii

20:38 Joey Furlett, Realtor-Broker & Attorney (HI+IL) and Commercial & Residential Real Estate Expert 

35:55 Sarah Falzarano, Strategic Planner at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

52:42 Loren Slentz, Operations Manager at Maui Land Surveyors

1:03:12 Edward Carlson, Pacific Region Geodetic Advisor at National Geodetic Survey

01:00 - Victor Rasgado, Senior Surveyor at Stantec Consulting Services

12:09 - Heath Huovinen, Land Surveyor at The Independent Hawaii Surveyors   

27:05 - Sarah Halpern, Geospatial Scientist  

37:47 - Puiemau Paopao 

49:32 - Michelle Alvarado, Geospatial Scientist    

1:01:15 - Stephen Ambagis, Partner Air Data Solutions / Resource Mapping Hawaii

00:30 - Colton Anderson, Co-Founder of Kartorium

13:53 - Bill Lakeland, CEO at Spexi

28:14 - Elaine Ball, Co-Founder of Get Kids Into Survey and CEO at Elaine Ball, Ltd.

46:15 - Sam Beaupre, Sales Director at Geo-Plus

1:03:32 - Mateus Sione, Regional Manager at EMLID and Max Boosfeld, CEO at Wingtra

00:10 - William Peterson, Area Sales Manager at Flyability

15:35 - Joe Hutton, Director of Inertial Technology, Airborne Products at Trimble

25:12 - Pablo Fuentes, Co-Founder and Principal at Makepath

43:32 - Dennis Hirota, President at Sam O. Hirota, Inc.

1:05:48 - Susan Brattberg, Founder and Chief Customer Officer & Jessa Tracy, Director of Marketing at Global E-Training

1:20:32 - Courtney Tovar, QA/QC Manager at Aerial Services, Inc.

1:28:20 - Marc Goldman, Director of Industry Solutions at ESRI

00:30 - Ryan Palfrey, Product Manager at Emesent

12:12 - Pierangelo Rothenbuhler, CTO at Pix4D

26:20 - Mario Montagna, Navy Veteran, Survey Technician, Part 107 sUAS Pilot and Student of Geography, GIS, & Geomatics

44:10 - Montana Moore, GIS Analyst at Denver Regional Council of Governments

1:00:10 - Stuart Drahota, Virtual Building Leader and Josh Destefano, Innovation Leader at DPR Construction

1:19:24 - Jason Hayes, Market Manager 3D Laser Scanning Solutions at Trimble

03:40 - Rami Tamimi, Founder and Head Instructor and Valeria Montero from The Survey School

18:58 - Sherry Rennick, Owner at Perspective 3D, LLC

31:45 - Dawn Zoldi, Founder and CEO at P3 Tech Consulting LLC

44:12 - Joshua Sanders, Student at Ferris State University

54:15 - Larry Fox, VP Marketing and Business Development at Bad Elf, LLC and Maithreyi Gopalakrishnan, Founder and CEO at PrecisionTerra

1:10:30 - Firas Fahoum, CTO at Galilee Surveyors, LTD

00:30 – James Richards @ Benchmark Surveys

11:45 – Paul Cracroft-Wilson & Dean Warren @ Bennett and Bennett

24:15 – Adam Long & Airrik Martinez @ SAM, Inc

36:10 – Claire Fenwick @ Spatial Dimensions

49:50 – Tate Childers @ ALTA Southwest, Mike Walle @ Denn Engineers and Will Wing @ Infinity Land Surveying

04:20 – Owen Chamberlain @ Trimble

15:00 – Mike Cisar @ Trimble

29:30 – Andy Pavletich @ DroneDeploy

43:20 – Chris Daggett & Julie Paull @ Atwell

53:10 – Mickey Kocemba & Eddo Feyen @ Mortenson Construction

1:07:50 – Moshe Dalman @ Rodradar

04:20 – Michael Tartaglia, Technology Specialist and Sales Account Manager at Sitech Southwest & Chris Kellogg, Digital Construction Professional at Sitech Midway

21:50 - Chris Trevillian, Senior Director Product Go To Market at Trimble Inc.

38:40 - Marla Horn, Intern @ McKim & Creed Inc. & Christian Hayes, both Geomatics Students at the University of Florida

48:20 - Michael Barrett & Chad Phillips from PENNDOT

01:03:45 - Swathi Kottali, Regional BIM/VDC Manager at Yates Construction, Commercial Drone Pilot, Data Enthusiast and AI user

01:17:00 - Amy Northcutt, Director of Education & Outreach at Trimble, Inc.

02:29 - David Fischl, Owner at O'Fischl Inclusion Consulting LTD 

12:45 - Tyler Stewart, Solutions Manager at Swinerton

21:45 - Daniel Tabar, Co-Founder & President at Atomontage Inc.

34:30 - Mike Winn, CEO at DroneDeploy

50:48 - Joaquin Flores, VDC Manager, Vaughn Construction

1:03:21 - Zachary Stoner, Regional Manager and Drone Program Administrator at Sunrun

1:19:40 - Jaresiah Desrosiers, Senior Project Manager at Build Health International

1:31:00 - Davis Meeks, Assistant Project Manager at Garney Construction

1:43:10 - Ben Oller, Business Development Lead at GEODNET

03:10 – Michal Gula, 3D Evangelist & Chief Technology Officer @ Overhead4D

14:30 – Tan Nguyen, Division Manager TLS @ Riegl USA Inc.

26:30 – Ray Woering, CEO & Hanno Kant, Development Manager and Survey Wizard @ Apglos B.V.

49:50 – Michael Dutch, Team Lead Reseller CSM @ NavVis

1:03:50 – Rami Tamimi, Surveying and Geospatial Technology Researcher and Educator

02:35 – Mike Horton, Project Creator @ GEODNET

19:00 – Andrey Kleymenov, CEO @ Pix4d & Larry Fox, VP Marketing and Business Development @ Bad Elf

31:50 – Britta Ricker, Tenured Assistant Professor @ Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, Utrecht University

42:20 – Jeroen Zanen, Founder & CEO @ AI-Infrasolutions

1:00:20 – Mike Workman, Sales Director EMA @ Emesent 

02:50 - Joerg Hahn, Sales Director at Oracle Construction and Engineering 

15:00 - Sid Hinrichs, Head of Operations at Pointly GmbH

25:30 - Karim Cosslett, Head of Sales - UK & EU Region at Autel Robotics

38:50 - Dr. Jeremy Sofinia, Senior Technical Specialist at Emesent

52:00 - Peter Terrett, Managing Director/Founder 4D Global

In May 2023, Claire's career paused when her five-year-old daughter was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive pediatric cancer. This life-altering event ignited a new purpose: using her marketing expertise to raise awareness and advocate for more research in the severely underfunded area of pediatric cancer.

Claire’s story is not only one of professional success but also of personal resilience. She has faced and overcome challenges with anxiety and depression, which once felt overwhelming. Yet, with her daughter’s diagnosis, Claire channeled her strength and transformed her pain into purpose, becoming a fierce advocate while navigating her daughter’s treatment.

By August 2024, just before Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the Strong Like Sloane Foundation—named in honor of her daughter—became an official charitable organization in Alberta. Since launching fundraising efforts in October 2023, the foundation has raised over $155,000 for pediatric cancer research at Calgary’s Riddell Centre for Cancer Immunotherapy. 

Claire is a testament to the power of resilience, personal growth, and the unwavering love of a parent. Her life's journey is an inspiration to all who face personal challenges and a reminder that, with determination and support, we can find strength and light even in the most difficult of circumstances.

"You don’t know what you’re capable of until you’re asked to be capable."

Music by Zach Bryan!

01:50 - Jeff Clay PLS, Director of Reality Capture at TWM, Inc.

12:20 - Garrett Kendall, Survey Technician and Russell Hall PLS, Mobile Mapping Manager at Langan

27:40 - Scott Graham PLS, Vice President at ETM Surveying & Mapping, Inc

44:15 - Tan Nguyen, Division Manager | TLS at Riegl USA, Inc. and Jason Lowe, LiDAR Manager at GEL Solutions

1:07:14 - Ted Knaak, President at TopoDOT

02:41 - Jacob Lougee, GIS & LiDAR Analyst at SAM

13:10 - Joe Simms, LiDAR Technician at GBA. Our sincerest apologies for the audio quality on this interview. Please support Joe by giving J Bird's "Mosh Pit Luv" a listen! https://open.spotify.com/track/1hfXUbglcAS47KAdjdWP33?si=24be29fe92db47c4

22:32 - Brian Osborne, Survey Technician at England-Thims & Miller, Inc.

30:40 - Cole Perry GISP, Geospatial Manager and Casey Conley CST III, Senior Survey Technician at Halff Associates Inc

44:20 - Michael Hodges, CAD Technician at TWM, Inc.

00:10 - Rami Tamimi, Surveying and Geospatial Technology Researcher and Content Creator

14:00 - John "JB" Byrd, Federal Lobbyist on behalf of the National Society of Professional Surveyors 

& Pat Gaylord, Geomatics Service Excellence Leader at David Evans and Associates, Inc.

35:37 - Jay Ure, Senior Customer Success Manager& Mike Melancon, Laser Scanning Account Executive Mountain West Region at NavVis

48:17 - Aaron Newby, Sales Director | Americas at Emesent & Scott Harrigan, President Harkin Aerial 

01:03:00 - Jonathan Murphy, CEO, President and Founder of GoGeomatics Canada

01:15:33 - Jody Andruszkiewicz, Business Development Manager at SkyWatch

00:56 - Ben Williams, Chief Operating Officer at Exyn Technologies Inc

16:28 - Aaron Newby, Sales Director | Americas at Emesent & David Lowe, Chief Revenue Officer at Pointerra

31:12 - Patrick Gill, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Imagery and Emerging Markets & Travis Clemens, Senior Product Leader at EagleView

43:40 - Marc Goldman, Director Industry Solutions at Esri

57:55 - Madison Moore, Remote Sensing Specialist II at SpecTIR LLC

01:09:05 - Galen Scott, NGS Constituent Resources Manager at NOAA National Geodetic Survey

00:30 - Aaron Newby, Sales Director | Americas at Emesent & Matt Isenbarger, CRO at Freefly Systems

13:14 - Stefan Hrabar, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Emesent & Mike Russalesi, Founder SiteScout360

31:39 - Nathan Pugh, CTO and John Chwalibog, CEO & Founder at VTS - Virtual Technology Simplified

52:54 - Mike Falk, President & CEO at Falk PLI Engineering & Surveying, Inc

1:14:29 - Jeffrey Hong, Drone Program Manager and Tim Ultee, Principal GIS Specialist at Parsons Corporation

01:11 - Adam Driggers & Ty McBurnett from Hargrove Engineers & Constructors

14:38 - Dennis Rose, CEO at GIS Surveyors, Inc.

29:04 - Justin Brooks, Applied Geospatial Expert at Trimble Inc.

43:30 - Mario Montagna, Survey Technician & Navy Veteran

56:45 - Kevin Andrews, Director Land Products at Trimble Inc.

1:09:48 - Gavin Schrock, Consulting Editor and Land Surveyor & Jesse Huff, GM at Tersus GNSS Inc.

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Music by Hoodoo Gurus!!

00:15 - Laura Newbrough, SHRM-CP, Founder of LNHR Consulting

16:25 - Madison Baker, Survey Analyst at RLF Consulting

26:12 - Tim Burrows, CP, Southwest Project Manager at AeroTech Mapping Technologies

43:35 - Charles Gajda, PE, Civil Engineer at FEMA

01:00 - Christopher Rayle, MA, RPA, SW Regional Principal & Ragan Guevara (Eaves), Business Development Representative at Chronicle Heritage

01:18 - Ali Shamshiripour, Assistant Professor at University of Arizona

01:28 - Ryan Circello, Director of Utility & Civil Infrastructure & Kendall (Jessing) Arp, Marketing Coordinator II at Burgess & Niple

0:10 Andre Louca, CEO at Correvate Limited

12:26 Neil Vancans, Legendary Consultant to the Geospatial Industry

33:16 Elaine Ball and Paola Matos from Elaine Ball LTD & Get Kids Into Survey

51.39 Ray Woering, CEO and Commercial Director and Hanno Kant, Development Manager at APGLOS

1:06:15 Gregor Willhauck, Cloud Solutions Market Manager at Trimble Inc.

1:18:05 Mike Workman, Sales Director EMEA at Emesent and Alex Paulusson, Founder & Chief Executive Officer at AMKVO AB

1:39 Michael Dutch, Team Lead at NavVis 1:39

17:04 Dr. Csaba Singer, CEO & CTO & Karo Godles, Chief Design Officer at Hybrid-Airplane Technologies GmbH

31:27 Samuel Beaupre, Geographic Information Systems Analyst at Geo-Plus

48:19 Paul Burrows, Principal Software Solutions Manager for Reality Capture #realitycaptureguy and Gian-Philipp Patri, Product Manager at Leica Geosystems

6:32 Bruno Krenski, Land Surveyor & Entrepreneur AND Corinna Bietzker, Head of INTERGEO Marketing

18:48 Dino Balic, Geodetic Engineer at GEOBIRO

26:24 Muthukumar Kumar, Managing Editor at Geoawesomeness

39:36 Michal Gula, 3D Content Creator and "Because 2D is against my religion!"

51:30 Stefan Hrabar, CEO/Co-Founder at Emesent

0:12 Burton Putrah

18:14 Ralph and Kent Thomas

30:26 Marion Jones

46:00 Kimberly Guthrie

56:26 Ibrahim Alkhatib

1:17:42 Pete Strader

1:00  Tom Xu and Jeffrey Ding

13:56 Ashley Hallene

21:54 Kent Harle

33:36 Nate Bender

47:44 Shannon Hennegan

59:20 Joe Thell

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00:38 Mike Thomson - Retired Survey General of BC

18:00 Marie C. Robidoux, CLS - Registrar at Association of Canada Lands Surveyors & Canadian Board of Examiners for Professional Surveyors (part-time)

33:02 Brian Ball, P.Surv - MH Surveys

1:00:30 Claire Masikewich - Director, Marketing and Development at GeoVerra

1:18:30 Jean L. Gagnon, CLS, NBLS, P.Eng. - Director General and Surveyor General, Surveyor General Branch

Music by The Tragically Hip!!!

18:51 Raymond Murphy, CSO - Founder at Murphy Geospatial Group

38:11 Eric Bergholz Geschäftsführender Partner bei Laserscanning Europe GmbH und LSE Robotics GmbH

18:05 David Morczinek, CEO & Adam Kersnowski, Co-Founder with AirWorks and Luke Bingham, Vice President of Process Control with DataSight

38:01 Rami Tamimi - Surveying and Geospatial Technology Researcher and YouTube Content Creator

20:19 Walter Burgess - Co-CEO, Sales & Engineering at Power Technology, Inc.

35:27 Dawn Zoldi - Founder and CEO at P3 Tech Consulting LLC

46:38 Lauren Regiec - Team Lead, Geospatial & UAS at Carahsoft 

16:40 Mark Bellncula - Artist & Creative Director at Bell & Koola

30:00 Alexandra "Lexi" Zades - Sales Engineer at AerialSphere

40:58 Marc Goldman - Director - AEC Industry Solutions @ Esri

13:08 Erin Radford and Jed Gibson - David Evans and Associates, Inc.

23:46 Lisa Nisenson - Vice President at WGI

16:20 Jared Janacek - President, Texas Drone Company 

29:44 Chuck Boteler and Gavin Schrock, xyHt Magazine

0:25 Nolan and Shannon Mark, Owners of On The Mark Land Surveying, LLC

19:16 Kellie Hassab, Director, NSW Manager, Surveyor & Registered Planner at Beveridge Williams 

31:00 Tim Burch, Executive Director at National Society of Professional Surveyors

01:00 Rupert Lee, Land Surveyor from Queensland, Australia

15:27 Jordan McRae, CEO & Founder at MOBILUS Labs

33:12 Michelle Blicavs, Chief Executive Officer at Association of Consulting Surveyors NSW

56:30 Niall Murphy, CEO at Murphy Geospatial Group and Kai Duebbert, CEO & Founder at Kompass BMS

01:41 Elaine Ball, Geospatial Marketer/Co-Founder of Get Kids into Survey and Trent Keenan, Owner Diamondback Land Surveying

20:34 Brian Claxton, VDC Specialist at SpawGlass

28:04 Thom Dupont, Land Surveyor at Bowman Consulting

42:34 Luke Woodyard, Scanning specialist and Crew Chief and Ethan Carr, Survey Crew Chief at Qk4, Inc.

We had the honor of spending a few minutes getting to know the following Trimble Inc. influencers:

0:50 Scott Crozier, Vice President, Survey & Mapping at Trimble Inc.

18:00 Jason Evans, Positioning Services at Trimble Inc.

34:42 Riley Smith, Marketing Director, Monitoring and Tunneling at Trimble Inc.

57:36 Stephanie Michaud, Strategic Marketing Manager at Trimble Inc.

To be honest, after talking with these individuals and hearing their passions and unique stories, it made us all want to go to work for Trimble!

We're already looking forward to the next Trimble Dimensions!

Music by The Black Moods!

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Evan Fischgrund - Advanced Drainage Systems 11:40

Andy Quigley - Alta Southwest 21:22

Chris Celani - Cemex 33:03

Tate Childers - Alta Southwest 41:21

Mandy Kizer - Dibble 52:59

Jordan Rodriguez - Stantec 1:04:54

Charles Gutierrez - YMPO 7:58

Alf Wold - Alpha Geotechnical and Materials 20:20

James Lemmon - ADOT 29:24

Brian Lizzet and Kyle Patterson - CEI 45:23

Bill Fay - ADOT 55:16

Justan Rice - ACEC Arizona 1:11:01

00:01:00 Bryan Elsey (Horses Help) 00:14:45 Phil Fedor, PLS 00:28:04 Darryl Cross 00:38:50 Kevin Black 00:54:15 Reeca Hill 01:02:15 Ty Shaffer 01:14:24 Debie Grant 01:26:58 Jason Spiess (2022 Pony Express Trail Boss)

00:00:25 Intro 00:01:05 Danny Clark 00:10:48 Jason Bentley 00:22:51 Jennifer Triana 00:33:36 David Clapper 00:42:12 Andra Catias 00:53:28 Dustin Clark 01:16:48 Ted Knaak 01:39:43 Outro 01:40:19 FOTP

00:00:47 - ALEKSEY VOLOSHIN 00:12:10 – KYLE STREETER 00:23:58 – MICHAEL FLORES 00:32:41 – RYAN MING  00:43:34 – DANNY LIGHTFOOT 00:56:31 – TRENT WILLIAMS 01:10:53 – THERON WESTON 01:20:41 – MATT SENNEWALD 01:32:41 – JOE WALLER 01:44:24 – ANNA NAJEEB (SP?) 01:56:05 – AARON SCHULMAN 02:06:44 – CHAD HILL 02:17:41 – SCOTT SPEARS 02:30:34 – PATRICIA YEN 02:40:15 – CHRISTOPHER SHOUP 02:52:10 – ROD TAYLOR 03:07:02 – ALICIA MENDOZA 03:16:00 – FELIPE SAYAGO 03:26:50 – AARON SMITH 03:40:22 – TRENT KEENAN