Program

• 8:00–10:00 MT

  Airborne Bathymetric Lidar: Theory and Applications

  Bluebird 2E

  This workshop is designed for geospatial professionals, students, and even those new to the field who are interested in learning more about lidar bathymetry.

  Amar Nayegandhi, Global Head of Technology and Innovation at Woolpert
  Chris Parrish, Professor at Oregon State University

• 8:00–10:00 MT

  Unlocking the Power of GeoAI with ArcGIS

  Bluebird 2G

  This workshop is designed for anyone ready to explore the world of GeoAI using ArcGIS and to seamlessly integrate this innovative technology into your workflows.

  Canserina Kurnia, Lead Solution Engineer at Esri
  David Wright, Lead Solution Engineer at Esri

• 8:00–12:00 MT

  Practical Approach to Using the ASPRS Positional Accuracy Standards for Digital Geospatial Data

  Bluebird 3C

  This workshop provides an in-depth look at the 2nd Edition of the ASPRS Positional Accuracy Standards published in 2025 to categorize positional accuracy of products derived from digital aerial cameras, manned and unmanned aerial systems, and all types of lidar including terrestrial, mobile, and airborne.

  Dr. Qassim Abdullah, VP & Chief Scientist at Woolpert

• 8:00–12:00 MT

  A Practical Guide for High Precision Mapping using Sensor Fusion in Airborne and Land Applications

  Room 710

  This educational workshop focuses on the basic concepts and best practice of high-precision mapping using integrated LiDAR/Camera systems in both Airborne and land environments.

  Dr. Mohamed M.R. Mostafa, Lead Technical Authority, Mobile Mapping at Trimble

• 9:00–11:45 MT

  Product Preview Presentations II

  Bluebird 2A

  Hear from exhibiting organizations who will highlight latest technologies available to you during the Product Preview Presentations.

  9:00–9:15 MT

  Teledyne

  9:15–9:30 MT

  Vexcel Imaging

  9:30–9:45 MT

  3Dsurvey

  9:45–10:00 MT

  GeoCue

  10:00–10:15 MT

  Bentley

  10:15–10:30 MT

  DJI

  10:30–10:45 MT

  Trimble

  10:45–11:00 MT

  Blue Marble Geographics

  11:00–11:15 MT

  Hexagon

  11:15–11:30 MT

  RIEGL USA Inc.

  11:30–11:45 MT

  Skand

• 9:00–11:45 MT

  Product Preview Presentations I

  Bluebird 1A

  Hear from exhibiting organizations who will highlight latest technologies available to you during the Product Preview Presentations.

  9:00–9:15 MT

  Global ETraining

  9:15–9:30 MT

  Flaii

  9:30–9:45 MT

  Esri

  9:45–10:00 MT

  GeoCue

  10:00–10:15 MT

  VEERUM

  10:15–10:30 MT

  TopoDOT

  10:30–10:45 MT

  RIEGL USA Inc.

  10:45–11:00 MT

  Leica Geosystems

  11:00–11:15 MT

  Trimble

  11:15–11:30 MT

  Spexi

  11:30–11:45 MT

  Stitch3D

• 9:00-12:00 MT

  The New TRB Survey Guide Outreach Workshop

  Room 711

  A team of geospatial professionals led by Dr. Michael Olsen at Oregon State University seeks your input on the development of a new TRB Survey Guide for the DOTs.

• 10:30-12:30 MT

  Lidar Mapping in Transportation, Forestry, and Agriculture

  Bluebird 2E

  The workshop will cover the theoretical aspects and hands-on training on point cloud manipulation and visualization for transportation, agricultural, and forestry applications.

  Oscar Duran, Senior Geomatics Analyst at Towill
  Ayman Habib, Thomas A. Page Professor in Civil Engineering at Purdue University

• 10:30-12:30 MT

  Transforming Our World with GeoAI

  Bluebird 2G

  Join us for an exciting workshop that delves into the dynamic intersection of AI and geospatial information analysis, and discover how AI is transforming our world and revolutionizing the geospatial industry.

  Michael Bartholomew, Director at Atwell LLC
  Dr. Youssef O. Kaddoura, Geomatics Specialist at University of Florida

• 12:00-13:00 MT

  Keynote: DFW Airport’s Digital Evolution: 3D, AI/ML, and Event-Driven Architecture in Action

  Bluebird 1B/1C

  This high-level keynote will include discussion of GIS, digital twins, real-time event monitoring, vehicle sensors, GeoAI, deep learning models, 3D mapping, meshing imagery and more. Paired with a “deep dive” session in the Geo Week conference program, this keynote is a must-attend.

  Adan Banda, Sr. Geospatial Data Manager at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
  Tarini Shukla, Sr. Geospatial Analyst at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
  Kelly Watt, Sr. Digital Twin Consultant at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

• 13:00-15:00 MT

  Professional Mapping Using Drones

  Bluebird 2E

  The proposed training and education session focus on providing the participants with the foundational knowledge on important topics such as licensing, airframes, sensors, planning, processing software, data accuracy, etc.

  Dr. Qassim Abdullah, Vice President & Chief Scientist for Woolpert

• 13:00-15:00 MT

  Advanced Remote Sensing Data Processing and Deep Learning with PyTorch

  Bluebird 2G

  The workshop will introduce the fundamentals of deep learning, guiding participants through the creation of deep learning models from scratch

  Dr. Tao Liu, Assistant Professor in Remote Sensing and GIS at Michigan Technological University

• 13:00-17:00 MT

  Preparation for ASPRS Certification

  Bluebird 3C

  This workshop covers the common knowledge areas comprising a large portion of exam content for ASPRS Certification.

  Oscar Duran, Senior Geomatics Analyst at Towill
  Harold Rempel, Senior Geospatial Project Manager at ESP Associates

• 13:00-14:00 MT

  Coffee & Networking Break

• 13:15-13:45 MT

  Scanning and Scale Part I : Best Practices for Multi-Sensor Projects

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Attendees will gain insight into the planning required for multi-sensor integration and cover common pitfalls that have previously led to project delays and data inconsistencies.

  Christopher Kercheval, Central Support Specialist in the Reality Capture division of Leica Geosystems
  Alex Hanna, Founder and CEO of STRIVE
  Pete Kelsey, Owner of VCTO Labs LLC
  Mack Kowalski, CEO of LiDAholics
  Leo Zhang, Virtual Construction Manager at The Conco Companies

• 14:00-14:15 MT

  TopoDOT Solves the Geospatial Data Governance Challenge – For Free!

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Session details coming soon.

• 14:00-15:00 MT

  The Impact of Democratizing Reality Capture Tools

  Bluebird 2A

  This panel brings together industry experts, technologists and end users to explore the impacts of making reality capture data widely available.

  Barry Bassnett, Owner and Founder of RICHPiX 360
  Christopher Kercheval, Central Support Specialist in the Reality Capture division of Leica Geosystems
  Mack Kowalski, CEO of LiDAholics

• 14:00-15:00 MT

  Where is Our Geospatial Workforce?

  Bluebird 1B

  This session explores the expanded demand for geospatial talent beyond traditional roles in surveying, mapping, remote sensing, and GIS.

  Shawana Johnson, CEO of Global Marketing Insights, Inc.
  Aaron Addison, Executive Director of World Geospatial Industry Council (WGIC)
  Kelly Francis, Co-President of Aero-Graphics.
  Karen Schuckman, Executive Director of ASPRS
  Jessica Touchard, CEO of Geosearch

• 14:00-15:00 MT

  Unlocking 3D Innovation: Understanding NeRFs, Radiance Fields, and Splats

  Bluebird 1A

  Join us to unlock the power of NeRFs, radiance fields, and splats for geospatial and AEC applications, and discover how they are reshaping the possibilities in 3D visualization, simulation, and immersive technology.

  Ted Parisot, Co-founder of Helios Visions
  Michael Rubloff, Founder and Managing Editor of Radiance Fields
  Ben Stocker, Senior Construction Technologist at Skender
  Sean Young, Director of AECO, Geospatial, and AI Solutions Industry Marketing at NVIDIA

• 14:00-15:00 MT

  The Current State and Future of Reality Capture Technology

  Bluebird 3A

  This panel will explore the current landscape of Reality Capture technology across diverse industries.

  Khrystyna Bezborodova, Feature Extraction Product Manager at Trimble
  Eddie Fossler, Technical Expert at Olsson
  Sam Griffiths, Digital Solutions Market Lead at Jacobs ANZ Digital Solutions
  Michael Harvey, Reality Capture Senior Product Manager at Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon
  Lisa Patterson, Director of Software Product Management for NavVis GmbH

• 14:15-14:30 MT

  Javad GNSS a Portfolio Overview

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Session details coming soon.

• 14:30-14:45 MT

  In the Air and Under Water: Integrating UAS LiDAR and Bathymetric Data for Reservoir Management

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Darrick Wagg, Vice President of Customer Success at GeoCue, will showcase the role of LP360 data processing software in supporting reservoir management.

  Darrick Wagg, Vice President of Customer Success

• 14:45-15:30 MT

  The Journey of the Pixel

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  This panel session explores the synergy between three state-of-the-art technologies in aerial imagery, ensuring a pixel’s journey transforms into a highly accurate, georeferenced products, such as point clouds, orthophotos and 3D meshes.

  Dr. Mohsen Miri, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Phase One
  Dr. Mohamed M.R. Mostafa, Lead Technical Authority, Mobile Mapping at Trimble
  Konrad Wenzel, Director of the Esri R&D Center in Stuttgart

• 15:00-16:00 MT

  Networking Break

• 15:00-15:30 MT

  Workforce Development Q&A

  Bluebird Nook

  Following the Where is Our Geospatial Workforce panel, join presenters in the Bluebird Nook Lounge for an informal meet-up to ask questions and continue the discussion on practical strategies to attract emerging talent.

  Shawana Johnson, CEO of Global Marketing Insights, Inc.
  Kelly Francis, Co-President of Aero-Graphics
  Aaron Addison, Executive Director of World Geospatial Industry Council (WGIC)
  Karen Schuckman, Executive Director of ASPRS
  Jessica Touchard, CEO of Geosearch

• 15:30-17:30 MT

  Best Practices for Field Survey of Ground Control and Checkpoints

  Bluebird 2E

  The workshop will focus in depth on Addendum II of the 2025 ASPRS Positional Accuracy Standards: Best Practices and Guidelines for Field Surveying of Ground Control and Checkpoints.

  Jim Gillis, Professor, Land Surveying and Geospatial Technology at Dallas College
  Jamie Gillis, Vice President of vGeoTerra Surveying & Mapping LLC

• 15:30-17:30 MT

  Best Practices for Acquisition and Processing of Oblique Imagery

  Bluebird 2G

  The workshop will focus in depth on Addendum VI of the 2025 ASPRS Positional Accuracy Standards: Best Practices and Guidelines for Mapping with Oblique Imagery.

  Monica Chism, Program Manager at NV5 Geospatial
  Dr. Srini Dharmapuri, Chief Scientist at The Sanborn Map Company, Inc.

• 15:45-16:00 MT

  Space Weather and Aerial Lidar

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  This session explores a recent event where a sudden spike in geomagnetic activity coincided with a critical data collection period, resulting in measurable deviations in raw data.

  Jay Armbrust, UAS Operations Manager in the Colliers Engineering & Design

• 16:00-17:00 MT

  Transforming the Future of Infrastructure and Energy with Advanced Technology

  Bluebird 3A

  These sessions explore the transformative power of Digital Twins and the integration of emerging geospatial technologies with traditional survey methods.

  Hayden Howard, Executive Vice President at CompassData
  Konrad Wenzel, Director of the Esri R&D Center in Stuttgart

• 16:00-17:00 MT

  Connecting Emerging Technologies to Geospatial and AEC Workflows

  Bluebird 2A

  Discover how cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, automation and augmented reality are transforming workflows in the geospatial and AEC industries.

  Ashley Crowder, CEO and Co-Founder of VNTANA
  John Niles, Technology Consultant at Accenture
  David Stone, Northeast VDC Leader at DPR Construction
  Chase Walker, Senior Simulations Engineer at Astec Industries

• 16:00-17:00 MT

  Behind the Scenes of DFW Airport’s Digital Evolution

  Bluebird 1B

  Session details coming soon.

  Adan Banda, Sr. Geospatial Data Manager at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
  Tarini Shukla, Sr. Geospatial Analyst at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
  Kelly Watt, Sr. Digital Twin Consultant at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

• 16:00-17:00 MT

  Working Together to Put the Modernized National Spatial Reference System into Practice

  Bluebird 1A

  Join this session for a panel discussion including representatives from each of the geospatial professional societies in the country (NSPS, ASPRS, ASCE UESI, SaGES, AAGS, and GPN (formerly URISA).

  Dr. Qassim Abdullah, Vice President & Chief Scientist at Woolpert
  Kevin Ahlgren, Geodesist at NOAA National Geodetic Survey
  Linda Foster, Director, Land Records/Cadastre Solutions at Esri
  Dr. Dan Gillins, Supervisory Geodesist at NOAA National Geodetic Survey
  John Nolte, Director of Enterprise IT at Denver Water
  Balaji Ramachandran, Geomatics Professor, Department of Applied Sciences at Nicholls State University
  Galen Scott, Constituent Resources Manager - Geodetic Services Division at NOAA/NGS/NOS

• 16:15-16:45 MT

  ChatGPT and Geospatial Information: A New Frontier for Mapping

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  This groundbreaking talk dives into the intriguing intersections between geospatial data science and the high-dimensional embeddings generated by large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT

  Thomas Czerniawski, Applied Machine Learning Scientist at Integrated Projects Technology Inc.

• 17:00-19:00 MT

  Welcome Reception
• 17:30-18:00 MT

  First-Time Attendee Meet-Up

  Level Up Lounge

  Is it your first time attending Geo Week? Stop by the Level Up Lounge during the Welcome Reception to network with other geospatial professionals and members of the Geo Week team – we’re here to help!

• 9:00–10:00 MT

  Keynote: Francis Scott Key Bridge: Rescue, Recovery, and Rebuild

  Bluebird 1B/1C

  This keynote presentation will discuss the heroic rescue and recovery operations through the eyes of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Army Geospatial Center.

  Ronda Schrenk, Chief Executive Officer at United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation
  Mike Aslaksen, NGS Remote Sensing Division Chief at NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey
  Jeremy Wasson, ENFIRE Technical Director at Army Geospatial Center (AGC)

• 10:00-11:00 MT

  Coffee & Networking Break

• 10:00–10:30 MT

  Poster Session I

  Future Leaders Hub

  10:00–10:05 MT

  Land Deformation in West Central Florida: Insights From Time Series InSAR

  Junaid Lone, PhD Student at University of Florida

  10:05–10:10 MT

  Improved Satellite Derived Bathymetry Leveraging High Revisit Rate SmallSat Constellations

  Ruth McCullough, Geomatics Masters Student at Oregon State University

  10:10–10:15 MT

  Addressing Spatial Variability of Uncertainties Across DEMs of Difference Derived From Historic Topographic Maps and Modern Lidar Datasets

  Briar Pierce, PhD Student at University of Florida, Department of Geography

  10:15–10:20 MT

  Detecting and Mapping the Presence and Abundance of Lonicera Maacki (Hoenysuckle) on the Midwestern United States Forests Using Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) and Sentinel-2 Data

  Anne Poincon, Graduate Research Assistant at Iowa State University

  10:25–10:30 MT

  Detecting Low-Level Methane Emissions Using Remote Sensing

  Hoyt Thomas, Graduate Student at University of Alaska Anchorage

• 10:15–10:45 MT

  Demystifying Digital Twins

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Ron Chapple, VP Global Strategic Solutions for NV5, will demystify digital twins by walking the audience through the history and the future trajectory of digital twins

  Ron Chapple, VP Global Strategic Solutions | Digital Twins for NV5 Geospatial

• 11:00-11:15 MT

  Geospatial Innovations: Critical Factors for High-Resolution Imaging in Mobile Mapping

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Focusing on the front-end acquisition portion of the value chain, critical factors beyond just progressive increases in resolution are presented and discussed.

  Mike Lee, Senior Product Manager at Teledyne FLIR.

• 11:00-12:00 MT

  Exploring the Ecosystem of Reality Capture & Digital Twins

  Bluebird 3A

  Dive into the interconnected world of Reality Capture and Digital Twin technology in this panel discussion.

  Michel Besner, VP of Product at Prevu3D
  Daniel Kruimel, Sales Manager Asia Pacific at Woolpert
  Scott McClure, Enterprise Architect, Strategic Technologies Consultant at Image Matters LLC
  Kelly Watt, Sr. Digital Twin Consultant at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
  Sean Young, Director of AECO, Geospatial, and AI Solutions Industry Marketing at NVIDIA

• 11:00-12:30 MT

  Advances in Photogrammetric Applications and Processing

  Bluebird 2E

  Presentations in this session will show how advanced photogrammetric techniques are applied to imagery acquired with a variety of optical sensors to produce high resolution/high-accuracy mapping and information products.

  11:00–11:15 MT

  Is Stereo Dead?

  Peter Becker, Technical Director - Imagery Information Systems and Workflows at Esri

  11:15–11:30 MT

  Unlocking the Power of Non-Traditional Imagery in GIS

  Nick Markwardt, Chief Experience Officer at AerialSphere

  11:30–11:45 MT

  Comparing Nonlinear Least Squares and Closed Form Solutions of the 3D Conformal Coordinate Transformation

  Andrew Lassiter, Assistant professor of surveying engineering at University of Florida

  11:45–12:00 MT

  Professional Grade Crewed Multi-Head Aerial Camera Systems in Direct Georeferencing Environment

  Dr. Mohamed M.R. Mostafa, Lead Technical Authority, Mobile Mapping at Trimble

  12:00–12:15 MT

  Best Practices in the Implementation of UAS Lidar for Aerial Mapping

  Ravi Soneja, UAS Program Manager at McKim & Creed

  12:15–12:30 MT

  The Smear Phenomenon in High-resolution Orthorectified Satellite Imagery

  Dr. Francois Smith, Senior Scientist at Maxar Intelligence

• 11:00-12:30 MT

  Advanced Remote Sensing Data Classification Approaches I

  Academic Hub - Bluebird 2G

  This session will feature academic-based presentations on image classification approaches including AI and machine learning.

  11:00–11:15 MT

  Advancing Growth and Yield Predictions for Pinus taeda (L.) Plantations: Integrating Lidar-Derived Metrics and Machine Learning Models Across Diverse Sites

  Gunjan Barua, Ph.D. student in the Geospatial and Environmental Analysis Program at Virginia Tech

  11:15–11:30 MT

  Unlocking Responsible GeoAI: Setting the Stage with Training Data Governance and Functional Management

  Dave Cook, Teaching Faculty at U-MD/Founder and CEO - The Training Data Project in the University of Maryland

  11:30–11:45 MT

  Classifying Hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata) Invasions in Florida Lakes from Sentinel-2 Imagery using a Custom Vegetation Index with Machine Learning Techniques

  Ayesha Malligai M., PhD Student at University of Florida

  12:15–12:30 MT

  Mapping Residual Dry Matter across California Rangelands with UAV LiDAR and Hyperspectral Imagery

  Bruce Markman, Graduate Student at San Diego State University

• 11:00-12:30 MT

  Applications of Remotely Sensed TopoBathymetric Data

  Bluebird 3C

  Presentations in the session will highlight acquisition, processing, and workflows for mapping of the coastal and nearshore environment with satellite derived bathymetry, aerial topobathymetric lidar, SAR, and other sensors.

  11:00–11:15 MT

  Quantifying Engineering Resilience of US Coasts Using Airborne Lidar Data and Regional Analysis Workflows

  Jennifer Wozencraft, Research Physical Scientist in the US Army Corps of Engineers

  11:15–11:30 MT

  Challenges & Advancements in aerial bathymetric lidar – case studies from the Great Lakes

  Malek Singer, Airborne Product Manager at Teledyne Geospatial

  11:30–11:45 MT

  Using Deep Learning to Extract Areas of Complex Hydrography Using only Airborne Topographic & Topobathymetric Lidar

  Joshua Novac, Sr. Geospatial Technology Manager at Dewberry

  11:45–12:00 MT

  Terrestrial Scanning of Inlet Shorelines Utilizing Kinematic Workflows with a Scanner Mounted on a Survey Vessel

  Matt LaLuzerne, National Director of BD & Geospatial Services at McKim & Creed

  12:00–12:15 MT

  Large-scale Bathymetry Lidar Mapping in Florida’s Gulf of Mexico Waters Using Multiple Deep-Channel Sensors

  Emily Klipp, Associate Vice President, Program Manager at Dewberry

  12:15–12:30 MT

  Intertidal Zone Mapping with Synthetic Aperture Radar

  Kyle Goodrich, President of TCarta

• 11:00-12:30 MT

  What Open Data Means for Geospatial Professionals

  Bluebird 1B

  Join members of the Open Geospatial Consortium and other thought leaders as they discuss the growing need for open data within the industry

  Matt Collins, Content Specialist at Geo Week
  Chris Andrews, VP of Platform Integrations with the Cesium team at Bentley Systems
  Alex Chu, Geo Data Operations Program Manager, Google Maps, Google
  Amy Rose, Technical Director at Overture Maps Foundation
  Scott Simmons, Chief Standards Officer at Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC)

• 11:00-12:30 MT

  Transforming Road Safety and Transportation Infrastructure

  Bluebird 2A

  In this broad-reaching session, experts will share their insights and experiences in data collection and infrastructure inspection, focusing on critical infrastructure, including Department of Transportation (DOT) roadways

  Dr. Mousa Diabat, Technical Expert at NV5
  Russ Ellis, President of gNext Labs, LLC
  Dr. Vijay Sabawat, Principal Traffic Data Scientist at Parsons
  Douglas Spotted Eagle, Director of Client Experience at The LiDAR PROs, LLC
  Dr. Harald Teufalsbauer, Business Development Manager, Mobile Laser Scanning at RIEGL

• 11:00-12:30 MT

  Preparing for the Modernization of the National Spatial Reference System

  Bluebird 1A

  In response to the upcoming changes, the ASPRS has created a working group dedicated to addressing this topic and informing the industry about the most effective ways to adapt to the shift toward these new standards.

  Dr. Qassim Abdullah, VP & Chief Scientist at Woolpert
  Linda Foster, Director, Land Records/Cadastre Solutions at Esri
  Dr. Christopher Parrish, Professor at Oregon State University
  Galen Scott, Constituent Resources Manager - Geodetic Services Division at NOAA/NGS/NOS
  Brian Shaw, Rocky Mountain Regional Geodetic Advisor at NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey
  Dr. Jason Stoker, Physical Scientist in the U.S. Geological Survey

• 11:15-11:45 MT

  Revolutionizing Reality Capture: Cloud-Connected Visualization, Sharing, and Feature Extraction for Design

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Explore how Autodesk is transforming reality capture with innovative cloud-based workflows that address data management and information extraction challenges, paving the way for detailed design and modeling.

  Ramesh Sridharan, Director AEC – Building and Infrastructure Design at Autodesk

• 11:45-12:30 MT

  Unique Case Studies

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Every year, Geo Week features a collection of unique case studies, featuring projects that take a novel or innovative approach to using geospatial data to solve unique problems.

  Rami Tamimi, PhD student in Geodetic Engineering at The Ohio State University
  Nick Hubing, President of Land Info
  Jake Ingle, Director of slope maintenance at Steamboat Ski resort
  Brady Reisch, Director – VDC Technical Services at The LiDAR PROs, LLC

• 12:00-12:30 MT

  DFW Airport Real-Time Terminal Operations

  Bluebird 3A

  This presentation will showcase how DFW integrates 3D visualization, AI/ML, and event-driven architecture to tackle key Airport use cases for critical system management and terminal operations.

  Adan Banda, Sr. Geospatial Data Manager at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
  Tarini Shukla, Sr. Geospatial Analyst at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
  Kelly Watt, Sr. Digital Twin Consultant at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

• 12:30-14:00 MT

  Lunch & Networking Break

• 12:30-12:45 MT

  Drone Precision in Practice: Next-Generation Survey-Grade Data Collection

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Explore how DJI Enterprise’s latest innovations and advanced drone capabilities enable unprecedented centimeter-level accuracy in professional surveying, featuring insights from real-world mapping applications.

• 12:45-13:15 MT

  Scanning and Scale II : Where Things Have (and Will) Go Wrong

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  This open panel session delves into real-life stories of “mischief from the field,” where things went wrong fast, impacting timelines, budgets, and safety. The panelists will share examples from their own experiences, shedding light on common pitfalls—from overlooked details to communication breakdowns—that can quickly derail a project.

  Christopher Kercheval, Central Support Specialist in the Reality Capture division of Leica Geosystems
  Alex Hanna, Founder and CEO of STRIVE
  Pete Kelsey, Owner of VCTO Labs LLC
  Mack Kowalski, CEO of LiDAholics
  Leo Zhang, Virtual Construction Manager at The Conco Companies

• 13:30-13:45 MT

  Professional LiDAR for Every Budget: Unveiling The New TrueView Sensors

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Learn about our latest TrueView 3D Imaging Sensors. This session will showcase its innovative features, designed to bring survey-grade accuracy within reach for businesses of all sizes.

  Chad Dillard, Manager of Direct Sales for North America, GeoCue

• 13:45-14:00 MT

  3Dsurvey – Much More Than Just Photogrammetry Software

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Session details coming soon.

  Marko Mesarič, Product Manager at 3Dsurvey

• 14:00-14:15 MT

  Drones, Point Clouds, and AI: Processing and Sharing Reality Capture Data

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Session details coming soon.

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Pathway to Implementation of the ASPRS Positional Accuracy Standards, Edition 2 (2024)

  Bluebird 3C

  The intent of this technical session is to engage the Geo Week/ASPRS audience in a discussion about implementation of the updated Standards throughout the broader geospatial community, including the need for collaboration, education, and outreach.

  Dr. Qassim Abdullah, VP & Chief Scientist at Woolpert
  Karen Schuckman, Executive Director of ASPRS

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Remote Sensing Image Processing and Classification Techniques

  Bluebird 2E

  Experts in the field of image analysis and classification will present applications of single and fused data sets for mapping and monitoring vegetation, accuracy assessment considerations, and how these data are used in decision making.

  14:00–14:15 MT

  Landsat-Derived Global Rainfed and Irrigated-Cropland Product @ 30 M (LGRIP30) For Conterminous United States (CONUS) For The Year 2020

  Prasad Thenkabail, Senior Scientist at U. S. Geological Survey

  14:15–14:30 MT

  Quantifying Urban Vegetation and Non-Functional Turfgrass Using High-Resolution Aerial Imagery And Lidar Data In Las Vegas, Nevada

  Dr. Megan Singleton, GIS & Remote Sensing Analyst for Southern Nevada Water Authority

  14:30–14:45 MT

  High Resolution Salt Marsh Habitat Mapping and Change through Machine Learning

  Chris Robinson, Technical Domain Expert at NV5 Geospatial

  14:45–15:00 MT

  Key Issues When Conducting a Thematic Map Accuracy Assessment

  Russell Congalton, Professor at University of New Hampshire

  15:00–15:15 MT

  Data-Driven Flood Risk Index by Country for Downstream Decision-Making

  Dr. Bandana Kar, Technology Policy Fellow at U.S. Dept. of Energy

  15:15–15:30 MT

  Radiometric Harmonization using Cubist-based Machine Learning for Creating Multi-sensor Image Mosaics

  Eric Jeronimus, Principal R&D Scientist at Maxar

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Advanced Remote Sensing Data Classification Approaches II

  Academic Hub - Bluebird 2G

  This session will feature academic-based presentations on image classification approaches including AI and machine learning.

  14:00–14:15 MT

  Creating Practicability Envelopes for UAS Bathymetric Sonar Data Collections Across a Spectrum of Inland to Coastal Waterbodies in Mississippi

  Daniel McCraine, Research Engineer II at Geosystems Research Institute, Mississippi State University

  14:15–14:30 MT

  Wetland Classification With Multispectral and Lidar Data Using Deep Learning

  Matilda Anokye, Student at NC A&T University

  14:30–14:45 MT

  Remote Sensing InSAR Technology Applications and Services for Texas and Beyond

  Dr. Danielle Smilovsky, Geospatial Research Scientist - InSAR Research Program Lead at Conrad Blucher Institute

  14:45–15:00 MT

  Evaluating the Accuracy of Multi-Return Lidar Sensors in UAS Mapping

  Rami Tamimi, Ph.D. Student at The Ohio State University

  15:00–15:15 MT

  Evaluating the Impacts of Hurricane Irma on Georgia Heirs Property Owners Using NASA Earth Observations

  Nancee Uniyal, Doctoral Student at University of Georgia

  15:15–15:30 MT

  Application of GIS and Remote Sensing/Imagery in Land parcel Management in Tanzania

  Amosi Edward Chikongoye, GIS/remote Sensing Analyst at Tanzania Rural and Urban Road Agency

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Transforming Cities and Countries with Digital Twins

  Bluebird 1B

  In this engaging session, we will explore the transformative potential of digital twin technology, featuring two groundbreaking projects: a city-scale initiative in Melbourne and a country-scale public digital twin of Canada, along with a third presentation on a digital twin of Pau, France.

  Leif Johnson, Senior Solutions Manager, City Solutions at Bentley
  Jeremy Pollard, General Manager - Global 3D at Aerometrex

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Best Practices for Large Airborne Mapping Projects

  Bluebird 1A

  This session aims to explore both the scientific and artistic aspects of aerial surveying, highlighting best practices, technological advancements, and the challenges faced in different regions.

  Dr. Mohamed M.R. Mostafa, Lead Technical Authority, Mobile Mapping at Trimble
  Felix Audirac, President of CartoData
  Matt Bethel, Director of Operations and Technology at Merric & Company
  Scott Merrit, VP Technology at Surdex

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Implementation of BIM For Horizontal Infrastructure

  Bluebird 2A

  This session will inform the audience about the use of Building Information Modeling for Infrastructure (BIM4I) technology as a model-based design approach aimed at adopting the Model as Legal Document (MALD).

  Kourosh Langari, Project Engineer/ BIM Manager at California Department of Transportation
  Thomas Coleman, Vice President Project Delivery and Innovation at WSP
  Russ Tamblyn, Program Manager, Digital Delivery Services at Trimble
  Cagin Yakar, CEO of OpenBrIM Platform

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Precision, Predictive Insights, and Practical Applications

  Bluebird 3A

  This series will provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the transformative potential of Reality Capture and Digital Twin technology across industries.

  14:00–14:30 MT

  Leveraging Visual Twins into Digital Twins: A Promising Integration

  John Niles, Technology Consultant at Accenture

  14:30–15:00 MT

  Transitioning to Digital Twin — Lessons from Source3D, a USAF Reality Capture Project

  Scott McClure, Enterprise Architect, Strategic Technologies Consultant at Image Matters LLC

  15:00–15:30 MT

  Digital Twins in the Southern Hemisphere

  Daniel Kruimel, Sales Manager Asia Pacific at Woolpert

• 14:15-14:45 MT

  How Will Your Children be Scanning the World?

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  This enlightening discussion will feature three innovative emerging companies in the GIS and geospatial industries, specializing in cloud viewing, cutting-edge camera technologies, and lidar integrated with navigation systems.

  Jeffrey Martin, CEO of Mosaic 360 Camera Systems
  Michel Besner, COO and Acting CEO of Prevu3D
  Leo Liu, Director of Mapping Solutions at Inertial Labs

• 15:00-16:00 MT

  Pitch the Press

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  The fast-paced “Pitch the Press” session is designed to provide attendees and leading journalists in the industry with a sense of where they can find those answers.

  Carla Lauter, Editor of Geo Week News

• 15:30-16:30 MT

  Coffee & Networking Break

• 16:00-16:15 MT

  Geo Week Scholarship Winners

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Join us as we celebrate the recipients of the Geo Empower Event Scholarship, a program dedicated to fostering diversity, innovation, and social good within geospatial, surveying, mapping, and 3D technology fields

  Lora Burns, Sr. Marketing Manager at Geo Week

• 16:15-16:45 MT

  The Cost of Surveying

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  In this crucial session, participants will explore the costs associated with inadequate surveying and mapping practices, alongside the critical importance of employing qualified professionals.

  Curtis A. Clabaugh, Survey Task Lead / Local Project Liaison at ESP Associates, Inc.
  Michael Detwiler, Professional Land Surveyor/Certified Photogrammetrist at Wood Rodgers, Inc.

• 16:30-17:30 MT

  ASPRS Awards and Scholarships

  Bluebird 3C

  Join us in celebrating the recipents of the awards and scholarships given by ASPRS!

• 16:30-17:30 MT

  Charting New Horizons: The Future of Lidar, Mapping, and Geospatial Innovation

  Bluebird 1B

  In this thought-provoking panel, industry veterans and forward-looking innovators come together to explore emerging trends and transformative technologies shaping the field.

  Eric Bergholz, CEO of Laserscanning Europe
  John Welter, President, Geospatial Content Solutions at Hexagon

• 17:00-17:15 MT

  Unleashing Multichannel GPR for Subsurface Investigations

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Discover how new multi-channel GPR technology using step-frequency continuous wave (SFCW) will transform bridge deck assessment, road inspection and utility mapping.

  Patrick Baldwin, Senior Field Application Engineer at Proceq - a Screening Eagle Company

• 17:15-17:30 MT

  Bridging the Gap: Instant Aerial Survey Quotes & Drone Integration

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Learn how Aerial Services, Inc. is revolutionizing aerial surveying with instant online quotes at quote.aerialservicesinc.com and how our crewed aircraft solutions complement drone services, offering scalable, efficient data collection for your projects.

• 17:30-18:30 MT

  Networking & Happy Hour

• 9:00-10:00 MT

  Plenary – Updates from the USGS

  Bluebird 1B/1C

  The panel will inform attendees on the latest updates on completion of the 3DEP baseline, the development of next generation 3DEP, 3DHP and the 3D National Topography Model, as well as updates on research and development to achieve the goals of the next generation of 3DEP.

  Dr. Jason Stoker, Physical Scientist in the U.S. Geological Survey
  Brian Hadley, Elevation Data Acquisition Lead at USGS
  Walter Kloth,Commercial Partnership Lead at USGS
  Cindy Thatcher, Geographer at USGS

• 10:00-11:00 MT

  Coffee & Networking Break

• 10:00–10:15 MT

  Transforming AEC Data Workflows: Lessons from ZELUS and Signiant

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Hear firsthand how ZELUS tackled the challenges of transferring massive AEC and geospatial files by adopting the Signiant Platform.

• 10:00–10:30 MT

  Poster Session II

  Future Leaders Hub

  10:00–10:05 MT

  ECLAIR: A High-Fidelity Aerial Lidar Dataset for Semantic Segmentation

  Kristy McDermott, Vice President of Sales at Sharper Shape

  10:06–10:12 MT

  Mapping Geothermal Zones With Airborne Thermal Infrared

  Dr. Mousa Diabat, Technical Expert at NV5

  10:12–10:18 MT

  3D Floodwater Depth Analytics With Big Geo-Data and cGAN

  Jeffrey Blay, Student at NC A&T University

  10:18–10:24 MT

  Wetland Classification With Multispectral and Lidar Data Using Deep Learning

  Matilda Anokye, Student at NC A&T University

  10:24–10:30 MT

  Using Remotely Sensed Imagery for More Frequent and Comprehensive Water Quality Monitoring in High Rock Lake, NC

  Leila Hashemi-Beni, Associate Professor at NC A&T University

• 10:15–10:30 MT

  Get Active Everywhere: Accelerate Engineering Projects with Secure, Real-Time File Collaboration

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Session details coming soon.

• 10:45–11:00 MT

  Streamlining Workflows with Pointerra3D – Boosting Efficiency and Profitability

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Session details coming soon.

  Greg Itzstein, Global Head Of Product at Pointerra
  Brian Mayfield, CEO of Pointerra

• 11:00–11:40 MT

  New Techniques for Construction Workflows

  Bluebird 1A

  This session features two innovative case studies that demonstrate how technology enhances construction practices—from real-time digital dig boards to advanced workflows for high-rise as-built verification

  Jeremiah Karpowicz, Editorial Director of Commercial UAV News
  Michael Clark, Director of Field Engineering of Rogers-O’Brien Construction
  Stuart Drahota, Field Technology Sr. Manager at DPR Construction

• 11:00–11:40 MT

  From Highways to Stadiums: Cutting-Edge Surveying and Asset Management

  Bluebird 2A

  This session presents cutting-edge applications of geospatial technology that are enhancing safety, efficiency, and resilience in transportation and mobility systems.

  Carla Lauter, Editor of Geo Week News
  Todd Fagen, Director of Customer Success at uGRIDD
  Scott Graham, Vice President/Chief Surveyor at ETM Surveying & Mapping, Inc.

• 11:00–11:40 MT

  Capturing Alcatraz: A Unique Gathering of Technology and Talent

  Bluebird 1B

  Join this session for a firsthand account of the technologies used, the challenges encountered, and the unique experiences of capturing one of the world’s most iconic locations.

  Matt Collins, Content Specialist at Geo Week News
  Pete Kelsey, Owner of VCTO Labs LLC

• 11:00–12:30 MT

  Advancements in the Capabilities of UAS Sensors and Derived Data Sets

  Bluebird 2E

  Come learn from experts on the capabilities of modern UAS sensors, including calibration, advanced processing approaches, new regulations, and real-world applications.

  Dr. Qassim Abdullah, VP & Chief Scientist at Woolpert
  Will Ayersman, Geospatial Services Manager, GIS & Remote Sensing Services at Davey Resource Group Inc.
  Richard Butkus III, Director of UAV at SURVAIR
  Carlos Femmer, Director - Data Acquisition at HDR Engineering, Inc.
  Jake Lahmann, Director of Product Management - Infrastructure Services at Valmont Industries
  Ryan LaValle, Project Coordinator LiDAR - GIS & Remote Sensing Services at Davey Resource Group Inc.
  Dr. Mohamed M.R. Mostafa, Lead Technical Authority, Mobile Mapping at Trimble

  11:00–11:15 MT

  UAS-based Lidar: The Best Practices that Lead to Best Accuracy and Data Quality

  11:15–11:30 MT

  Leveraging the latest AI, Regulations, UAS Technology for Long Distance Projects

  11:30–11:45 MT

  Advanced Lidar & Drone Applications for Natural Resource and Vegetation Management

  11:45–12:00 MT

  Integrating Advanced UAV Mapping with Traditional Land Surveying

  12:00–12:15 MT

  Drones and IoT Sensors: Building a Digital Twin for a Coastal Landslide Repair

  12:15–12:30 MT

  Optimized In-Flight Calibration of Uncrewed Lidar/Camera Payloads

• 11:00–12:30 MT

  Unique Sensor Applications

  Bluebird 3C

  This session will feature academic-based presentations focused on unique classification approaches from a wide-array of sensors.

  Anders Ekelund, Vice President – Airborne bathy LiDAR at Hexagon – Geospatial Content Solutions Division
  Nicholas Johnson, Physical Scientist at USACE Joint Airborne Lidar Bathymetry Technical Center of Expertise
  Minsu Kim, Chief Scientist at KBR
  Ruth McCullough, Geomatics Masters Student at Oregon State University
  Robert Ryan, Chief Technical Officer at Innovative Imaging & Research
  Benjamin Vander Jagt, CEO / Geoscientist at PixElement

  11:00–11:15 MT

  ASPRS Bathy Working Group – Validating Bathy Lidar

  11:15–11:30 MT

  Limitations of Bathymetric Lidar and Technology Developments to Overcome

  11:30–11:45 MT

  Satellite Derived Bathymetry (SDB) using Sentinel 2 MSI Based-On Physics-Based Algorithm

  11:45–12:00 MT

  Emerging Satellite Hyperspectral and Aerial Multispectral Nighttime Imaging Technologies and Applications

  12:00–12:15 MT

  Improved Satellite Derived Bathymetry Leveraging High Revisit Rate SmallSat Constellations

  12:15–12:30 MT

  Making the most of Lidar and Photogrammetry with UAS

• 11:00–12:30 MT

  The Importance of Professional Certification in the Geospatial Community

  Academic Hub - Bluebird 2G

  This session is designed to cover the various facets of a career in the geospatial profession

  Kent Park, Certification Coordinator at GISCI
  Karen Schuckman, Executive Director at ASPRS
  Tony Spicci, Executive Director at GISCI
  Mike Zoltek, Evaluation for Certification Committee Chair at ASPRS

• 11:00–12:30 MT

  Data-Driven Solutions: Cutting Costs, Managing Virtual-Field Discrepancies, and Transforming Government Asset Management

  Bluebird 3A

  This session will provide insights into innovative approaches and technologies that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and data quality across surveying, construction, and public asset management.

  Robert Chavez, Virtual Design Supervisor at Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
  Russell Hall, Sr Survey Project Manager at Langan
  Usamah Hayes, BIM Director at CSM Group

  11:00–11:30 MT

  A Proven Data Fusion Strategy That Cuts Survey Costs and Field Time by 50% or More

  11:30–12:00 MT

  Virtual vs Reality a Cautionary Tale

  12:00–12:30 MT

  BIM-pacting the Future: MMSD’s Smart Solution for Government Challenges

• 11:15–12:15 MT

  Reality Capture to Plan

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  The U.S. Institute of Building Documentation (USIBD) is hosting a “Reality Capture to Plan” event. Using commercially available hardware and software, manufacturers will map a designated area of the Colorado Convention Center

• 11:50–12:30 MT

  Building Modeling Techniques for Construction and Development

  Bluebird 1A

  This session will explore current methodologies for generating 3D models from lidar data and other sources, highlighting the challenges and solutions that drive advancements in building modeling.

  Jeremiah Karpowicz, Editorial Director of Commercial UAV News
  Meagan Anderson, Senior Quality Manager at Dewberrys
  Joe Travis, Senior Director, Americas Solutions Engineering at Bentley

• 11:50–12:30 MT

  Rail Monitoring and Maintenance with Digital Twins

  Bluebird 2A

  This session explores how digital twins, enhanced with data-driven insights and automated analytics, can improve operational safety, streamline maintenance, and drive cost savings in rail networks worldwide.

  Carla Lauter, Editor of Geo Week News
  Samantha Ford, President of Monir Precision Monitoring Inc.,
  Sam Griffiths, Digital Solutions Market Lead at Jacobs ANZ Digital Solutions

• 11:50–12:30 MT

  Digital Twins for Industry and Operations

  Bluebird 1B

  This session explores how digital twin systems optimize complex facilities, while advanced geospatial solutions enhance safety and asset management in transportation and critical infrastructure sectors.

  Matt Collins, Content Specialist at Geo Week
  Brant Howard, CEO and Founder of CompassCom
  Dr. Shawana Johnson, CEO of Global Marketing Insights, Inc
  Dr. Seth Taylor, Technology Advisor at Chevron

• 12:00–14:00 MT

  Lunch & Networking Break

• 12:30–13:00 MT

  Laser Scanning for Concrete Verification

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  This presentation shares the findings from a recent field study conducted in Santa Cruz, California, which evaluated the use of terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) technology for assessing concrete tolerance on construction sites

  Mack Kowalski, CEO at LiDAholics

• 13:15–14:00 MT

  The Power and Progression of Lidar: A Celebration for World Lidar Day

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  Join us for a lively panel discussion celebrating the transformative power of lidar technology and the visionary leaders who made World Lidar Day a reality.

  Dr. Stewart Walker, Managing Editor of LIDAR Magazine
  Tim Burch, Executive Director of NSPS
  Amar Nayegandhi, Global Head of Technology and Innovation at Woolpert
  Jim Van Rens, Senior Vice President at RIEGL USA
  John Welter, President, Geospatial Content Solutions at Hexagon

• 14:00-14:45 MT

  The Role of Living Digital Twins and Artificial Intelligence for Smart, Safe, and Sustainable Mobility

  Exhibit Hall Theater

  This presentation introduces the roadmap for a ‘Living Digital Twin’, a dynamic virtual counterpart of a live physical entity that can simultaneously support real-time traffic management, predictive maintenance, and safety enhancement.

  Andrew Brenner, VP Solutions Engineering at NV5
  Thomas Coleman, VP Project Delivery and Innovation at WSP
  Majid Mastali, Lead Consultant, Civil Engineer, and Emerging Technical Principal at WSP USA

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  National Elevation (3DEP) and Hydrography (3DHP) Programs

  Bluebird 3C

  Researchers will discuss development, assessment, and applications of the 3DEP and 3DHP programs.

  Andrew Brenner, VP Solutions Engineering at NV5
  Lara Heitmeyer, Technical Expert at NV5 Geospatial Inc.
  Jeffrey Irwin, TM&M/ECCOE Survey and Field Campaign Lead | Lidar Co-Lead | UAS Lead at US Geological Survey, EROS Data Center
  Barry Miller, Senior GIS Applied Researcher at U.S. Geological Survey
  Aparajithan Sampath, Chief Systems Engineer at KBR
  Dr. Jason Stoker, Physical Scientist in the U.S. Geological Survey

  14:00–14:15 MT

  Preparing for the 3DEP baseline completion and transitions toward next-gen 3DEP and 3DNTM

  14:15–14:30 MT

  Research and Results of Creating a National Seamless 1-m DEM for Elevation-Derived Hydrography Geo Week 2025

  14:30–14:45 MT

  Large-Scale 3DEP Lidar Validation Using Open-Source Tools, Cloud Infrastructure, and Multi-Source Geospatial Data: A Case Study in Eastern Iowa and Puerto Rico

  14:45–15:00 MT

  Validating Geometric Quality of 3DEP Lidar Data in Complex Terrain

  15:00–15:15 MT

  USGS’s 3D Hydrography Program: Going Beyond the Line

  15:15–15:30 MT

  Enhancing 3DEP with Topobathymetric Lidar: A Comparative Analysis of Leica Chiroptera-5 and Riegl VQ-880-G+ for Riverine Applications

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Lidar Processing Advancements and Applications

  Bluebird 2E

  This session features presentations highlighting advancements in the collection, processing, accuracy, and real-world applications of lidar.

  Brandon Call, Director of Software Engineering at 3DEO
  Nejc Dougan, CTO of Flai.
  Ryan Hondorp, Geospatial Analyst at NASA
  Chris Miwa, Imagery Technical Expert at NV5
  Clark Yuan, Founder & CEO of Stitch3D

  14:00–14:15 MT

  Forestry using Next Generation Aerial Geiger-Mode Lidar

  14:15–14:30 MT

  Lidar Point Cloud Colorization using Ray Tracing Techniques

  14:45–15:00 MT

  Using Airborne Lidar Observations to Assess Relationships between Snowpack and Recent Wildfires for Water Utility Management in the Northern Front Range of Colorado

  15:00–15:15 MT

  Cloud-Enabled Lidar Damage Assessment in Support of Overseas U.S. Air Base Operations

  15:15–15:30 MT

  Bring AI-powered Lidar Data Processing In-House to Improve Efficiency

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Classification of Ecological Systems from Remotely Sensed Data

  Academic Hub - Bluebird 2G

  This session will feature academic-based presentations using remotely sensed data to map and monitor natural ecosystems.

  Devon Borthwick, MS Student in GIS&T at University of Wyoming
  Leila Hashemi-Beni, Associate Professor at NC A&T University
  Levi Madenberg, Remote Sensing Scientist at Maxar Technologies
  Nithish Manikkavasagam, Master’s student and Graduate Research Associate at Florida Atlantic University
  Lihong Su, Associate Research Scientist at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

  14:00–14:15 MT

  Forestry Using Next Gener+F87:F92ation Aerial Geiger-Mode Lidar

  14:15–14:30 MT

  Identifying Post-Disaster Damages in Anna Maria Island, Florida, with Aerial Images and Volunteers

  14:30–14:45 MT

  Hyperspectral Based UAS for Coastal Vegetation Monitoring and Management

  15:00–15:15 MT

  Airborne Lidar Point Clouds Classifications By Bayesian Approach With Prior Datasets And Satellite Images

  15:15–15:30 MT

  Advancing Canopy Height Mapping through Precision3D and GEDI Data Fusion

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  The Integration of AI and Machine Learning into 3D Data and Surveying Workflows

  Bluebird 1B

  This session features expert insights into cutting-edge AI/ML applications for surveying, data processing, and geospatial analysis, offering attendees valuable knowledge on implementing these technologies effectively.

  Thomas Haun, President of Turner Staffing Group
  Alexander Baikovitz, Co-Founder and CEO of Mach9
  Khrystyna Bezborodova, Feature Extraction Product Manager at Trimble
  Lokendra Chauhan, Founder of Qen Labs Inc.
  Thomas Czerniawski, Applied Machine Learning Scientist at Integrated Projects Technology Inc

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Bridging the Gaps: Challenges in BIM, Digital Twins, and Autonomy

  Bluebird 2A

  This session offers a deep dive into the practical applications, benefits, and obstacles that arise as these digital methodologies transition from theory to real-world use.

  Eric Bergholz, CEO of Laserscanning Europe
  Karina Delcourt, Strategic Initiatives Manager at ETRO Construction Ltd.
  David Lestani, Principal Solution Architect at COSOL
  George Perrett, Operational Excellence Director of Peri

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Elevating Surveying Practices

  Bluebird 1A

  This session is dedicated to enhancing surveying accuracy, efficiency, and data integration through advanced technology and methodologies.

  Layton Hobbs, Product Line Director at Leica Geosystems
  Philipp Hummel, Vice President of CompassData
  Brady Reischs, Director – VDC Technical Services at The LiDAR PROs, LLC

• 14:00-15:30 MT

  Revolutionizing AEC with Radiance Fields and Scan-to-BIM for Enhanced Digital Workflows

  Bluebird 3A

  Join us and explore transformative technologies revolutionizing digital workflows across industries.

  Michael Rubloff, Founder and Managing Editor of Radiance Fields
  John Sayre, Technical Marketing Manager at Autodesk

  14:00–15:00 MT

  Industrial Applications of Radiance Fields

  15:00–15:30 MT

  Transforming AEC: The Integral Role of Scan-to-BIM in Digital Workflows

• 14:30-15:00 MT

  Last Call in the Hall

  Exhibit Hall

  Come close out Geo Week 2025 with one last cheers with everyone in the Exhibit Hall!