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Flying through the 2026 PA GIS Conference…The University of Pittsburgh GIS GlamBOTs are true spatial superheroes. 🦸‍♂️🗺️

Rocking their map capes and powered by data, analysis, and just the right amount of caffeine, these future geospatial leaders are navigating sessions, networking like pros, and mapping out what’s next for our industry. 🧭🌏

The energy, curiosity, and innovation they bring? That’s the real superpower.💛🖤

Are you Geospatial Workforce Ready? From Classroom Theory to Industry Reality!

As the geospatial field continues to evolve, so too do the expectations placed on GIS professionals entering the workforce.

PA GIS Conference attendees are hearing from a panel of GIS professionals as they explore practical pathways for strengthening alignment—through curriculum innovation, industry partnerships, internships, and continuous learning—ultimately aiming to better prepare the next generation of GIS professionals for meaningful and immediate impact.

Celebrating 30 years of impact—thank you to the Pennsylvania Spatial Data Access (PASDA) for everything you’ve done for Pennsylvania’s GIS community.

For three decades, PASDA has been more than just a data clearinghouse—it’s been a foundation for collaboration, innovation, and accessibility across the Commonwealth. From empowering local governments and organizations to supporting education and advancing geospatial solutions, PASDA has played a vital role in shaping how we share and use spatial data.

Whether it’s providing reliable datasets, supporting open data initiatives, or connecting professionals across disciplines, PASDA continues to elevate the work we do every day in GIS.

Here’s to 30 years of leadership, partnership, and progress—and to many more ahead. 🌎🗺️

From left: Ryan Baxter, Information Technology Coordinator, Maurie Kelly, Director, and James Spayd, Senior Data Scientist

GIS in the AI Era: How Our Work and Our Roles Are Evolving 🌍 Inspiring Keynote presented by Rachael Weeden, Northeast Regional Manager Esri.

3️⃣ ways Esri looks at AI
● GeoAI
● AI Assistants
● AI Agents

GEO-CENTRIC
Bringing Agentic AI to GIS Workflows ✅️

Take home message ⚠️ Our role is evolving expanding the reach and impact of GIS. 🗺

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First time PA GIS Conference attendee Leaf aligns with the infamous Globie 🌍

The Power of We: Sharing Data and Building Pennsylvania's Geospatial Future 🌐

Celebrating 30 Years of the Pennsylvania Spatial Data Access (PASDA) with an inspiring Keynote by Maurie Kelley, Director PASDA. 📊

When we open our data we open our minds ✨️ Sharing data is about building trust 👥️ Data is a flight to the future 🌌
An informed public is essential to a functioning democracy. 🏛

Pennsylvania is model for data sharing look at all the great things they are doing. ~ Jack Dangermond

The power of data sharing the power of WE. 🌍

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