Best Geomatic Podcasts (2026)

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Staying in Bounds | Survey Geomatics with Zuzana and David 43:07

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It’s a new year, so let’s kick things off with a brand-new episode of The Workshop! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Zuzana Rijken, Manager, BC Survey, and David Craik, Provincial Survey Lead – Alberta. Aplin’s survey leaders share their accounts of a career in surveying geomatics, from the day-to-day challenges to the growth of their respective…

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The Goldilocks Office | The Fruits of our Labour with Lindsey & Omar In The Workshop 54:48

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The Edmonton land development scene is a burgeoning playground, and our team is positioning itself at the frontier of change. Lindsey Trufyn, P.Eng., Engineering Lead, Edmonton, and Omar Abdel-Jabbar, P.Eng., Senior Project Manager, are talking to us about the exciting changes in Alberta's development industry. While being one of Aplin Martin's sma…

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Stronger Together | A collaborative approach with Don & Joseph In The Workshop 42:23

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Episode 34: Rick Heicksen, Head of Data Management at Chetu 19:22

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Welcome to Arizona Technology Council’s TechFocus Member Spotlight, the Council’s podcast highlighting the innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech leaders shaping Arizona’s thriving technology ecosystem. Our host, Eric Miller, principal and co-owner of PADT, Inc., is sitting down with Rick Heicksen of Shea Too. Founded in 2000, Chetu delivers digital t…

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The Director’s Cut | Leading from the front with Ben & Scott In The Workshop 50:47

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In today’s episode of The Workshop, we are joined by Aplin Martin’s very first directors, Ben Rawlinson, Director, Interior BC/Alberta, and Scott MacDonald, Director, Architecture. Ben and Scott are esteemed professionals in their respective disciplines, with both having practiced in engineering and architecture for 20 and 40 years, respectively. A…

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Episode 33: Mark McLoud, EVP & Partner of FPT 21:27

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Today, we sat down with Mark McLoud, EVP & Partner of FPT. FPT Software is a global consulting and technology services company headquartered in Vietnam, with a strong international presence across 30 countries and territories and 86 offices worldwide, including the USA, Latin America, and Europe. With annual revenue of $2.4 billion, they are proud …

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The Common Ground | The Client Consultant Relationship with Tom & Robert In The Workshop 46:35

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Today we are back with a very special episode because, for the first time, we have brought in an external guest to The Workshop. Tom Woodward, PMP, Senior Manager, Civil & Infrastructure of Wesgroup Properties, joins Robert Lew, Manager, Vancouver Engineering, as they dive into the variables that have made for a successful, long-lasting client-cons…

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Episode 32: Manny Teran, CEO of IRLabs 26:03

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In this episode, we sat down with Manny Teran, CEO of IRLabs. IRLabs is a U.S.-based company that specializes in the design and manufacture of custom cryogenic systems, infrared detectors, and cryostats for use in scientific research, astronomy, and industrial applications. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, IRLabs provides highl…

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More Than a Manager | Leaders of Kelowna with Jordan & Josh In The Workshop 40:51

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In today’s episode of The Workshop, Jordan Beach, P.Eng., Infrastructure Planning Lead/Project Manager, and Josh Graff, AScT, Engineering Lead, Kelowna, are sharing their experiences at the rapidly evolving Aplin Martin Kelowna office. Having been with the company for nearly ten years, both Jordan and Josh have quickly come to understand that as ma…

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The Middlemen | Construction Inspection with Keaton & Mark In The Workshop 41:09

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It’s time for a brand-new episode of The Workshop, and we’re sitting down with two of our dynamic land development team members, Keaton MacKay, Construction Services Lead, and Mark Boston, Field Inspector. Having each spent over a decade in the construction industry, Keaton and Mark are proof that civil inspectors are the ultimate bridge in a proje…

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Episode 31: Vernon Bridges, Director of Enterprise, Managed Solutions, Comcast Business 32:41

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Welcome to Arizona Technology Council’s TechFocus Member Spotlight, the Council’s podcast highlighting the innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech leaders shaping Arizona’s thriving technology ecosystem. In this episode, we sit down with Vernon Bridges, Director of Enterprise - Managed Solutions at Comcast Business. Comcast Business offers leading glob…

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Learning in Leadership | The Evolution of Aplin with David & Derek in The Workshop 1:04:17

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It has been an incredible journey here on The Workshop, and we are thrilled to announce that the first episode of season 2 is live! We’re kicking things off with two Aplin Martin powerhouses, David Chan, President, and Derek Hull, Chief Operating Officer. David and Derek began their Aplin journey as two bright-eyed co-op students in ’94 and ’06, re…

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Buses, Trains and Automobiles | The Transportation Group with Steve & Saavin in The Workshop 1:00:51

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Whether you bike, drive, or take public transit, you can thank a transportation engineer for getting you to your destination, and today we’re sitting down with members of Aplin Martin’s newest service division, transportation! Steve Carney, Manager, Capital Works/Transportation, and Saavin Khurana, Senior Transportation Engineer, share their storie…

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Episode 30: Mary Darling, CEO of Darling Geomatics 28:04

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Welcome to Arizona Technology Council’s TechFocus Member Spotlight, the Council’s podcast highlighting the innovators, entrepreneurs and tech leaders shaping Arizona’s thriving technology ecosystem. I’m Eric Miller, founder and co-owner of PADT, Inc., and today I’m sitting down with Mary Darling, CEO of Darling Geomatics, a Tucson-based leader in h…

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From Mentee to Mentor | Becoming a Leader with Francesca & Meghn in The Workshop 33:24

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We are sitting down with Francesca Cusati, Design Engineer, and Meghn Khurana, Project Engineer, two Aplin Martin powerhouses on our Surrey Land Development team. Both Francesca and Meghn began their professional lives with the firm, and in today’s episode they detail the journey from school to being new employees and now, as future leaders, mentor…

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From the Classroom to the Office | The co-op experience with Adelaide and Brian in The Workshop 40:22

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We are excited to kick off the new year with a brand-new episode of The Workshop. Today, we are sitting down with two of our talented engineering co-ops from our Vancouver office, Adelaide Zhang and Brian Castillo. Adelaide, a UBC student, and Brian, a BCIT student, share how their skills continue to develop in school and work to help their evoluti…

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The Long Game | Ottawa Expansion with Ed & Josh in The Workshop 49:42

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In today’s episode of The Workshop, we are sitting down with former Aplin Martin President and current Corporate Advisor Ed Fujii, P.Eng., and Joshua Smith, P.Eng., Engineering Lead of our Ottawa region. Under Ed's leadership, Aplin has grown significantly in headcount, location, and service offerings. With such tremendous growth, there naturally a…

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Follow Your Heart (& Mind) | The Architecture Group with Ryan and Zach | The Architecture Group with Ryan and Zach 49:45

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What happens when you combine the elements of an artist, a dreamer, and a pragmatist (to taste)? Well, you have got yourself an architect! Today, we are delving into Aplin Martin’s creative realm with special guests Ryan Foote, DAT, Branch Operations Manager, and Zachary Myers, DAT, Program Manager of our Oakville office, to discuss architecture. T…

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Building a Branch | How to build an office with Chesley and Andrew in The Workshop 49:26

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In today’s episode, we are chatting with Chelsey Blahut, Engineering Lead, GTA, and Andrew Farina, Project Manager. Chesley and Andrew were tasked with the very ambitious feat of setting up Aplin Martin’s very first Ontario office back in 2017. Establishing Aplin Martin’s latest brick and mortar had its fair share of triumphs and tribulations. From…

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Planners and biologists and bears, oh my! | The Environmental Group w/ Maggie and Tracy in The Workshop 36:07

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Being chased by a bear isn't a typical workday for most of us, but for Tracy Anderson, it is one of many crazy tales she has to share from her 20-year career as an environmental professional. In today's episode of The Workshop, we have special guests Maggie Koka, MCIP, RPP, and Tracy Anderson, B.Sc., R.P. Bio., discussing the need for environmental…

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“Want to get ahead? Join YPG” | The Young Professional’s Group with Catherine & David in The Workshop 44:38

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In today’s episode, we are diving into all things Young Professionals Group (YPG) with special guests David Lu, P.Eng., PMP, ENV SP, and Catherine Zhang, P.Eng., Chair and Vice Chair of YPG. The dynamic duo chat about the formation and evolution of the YPG group at Aplin Martin and delve into the value of creating a space for young professionals to…

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“A Two-way Street” | The Mentor-Mentee Relationship with Jordan and John in The Workshop 49:55

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Today we are sitting down with Jordan Lui and John Tanahara, two of our public sector Project Engineers based in our Surrey Central office location. The duo delves into the various elements that mold great mentor-mentee relationships and the intricacies required to prevent a culture of co-dependence. Jordan and John’s stories demonstrate the valuab…

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“Work smarter, not harder” | Work-life balance With Robert & Roy in The Workshop 39:37

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In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Roy Skeet (Senior Project Manager) and Robert Lew (Manager, Vancouver Engineering) to discuss the ways in which they foster work-life balance. The two share their insights on how priorities have evolved as their lives have progressed both personally and professionally and how setting boundaries can be you…

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“From An Animal’s POV” | The Design Process with Sarah & Sean in The Workshop 38:28

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Today we are sitting down with Sarah Kean and Sean Wilkinson, two project managers from our Calgary land development team. They share their journeys as they navigate the dynamics of a smaller office and how their time working as designers has only enhanced their abilities as leaders in design mentorship for both employees and clients alike.…

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“Always Do Your Dishes” | Public & Private Works with Carlos & Ryley in The Workshop 35:20

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In today’s episode, Carlos Marcondes (Project Engineer) and Ryley Dewar (Project Engineer) from our Vancouver branch office delve into the lessons they have learned throughout the proposal and pre-design process and all that it takes to manage expectations before a public sector or land development project comes to life.…

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TechFocus Episode 29: Susan Dumon SVP of Strategy, Sun Corridor 32:07

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Susan Dumon - As Senior Vice President of Strategy, Susan is responsible for leading strategic initiatives around competitiveness that align with Sun Corridor Inc.’s mission to drive transformative economic development in the Tucson and Southern Arizona region. Susan has nearly 20 years of experience in economic development in Arizona, working at t…

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“An Office in Norway?” | Pre-Planning with Don & John in The Workshop 40:15

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In this episode Julian sits down with Don Bevacqua (Senior Project Manager) and John Bennie (Project Manager) from the Aplin Martin Surrey Land Development Division to discuss starting a land development project, their dream location to design a project, and what it means to have your work leave a lasting impact on your community. Visit us at: www.…

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An Introduction To The Workshop presented by Aplin Martin 1:04

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Candid conversations amongst Aplin Martin network professionals.By Aplin Martin

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The Spirit of learning and our instinctive curiosity is what fuels innovation and drives our organization forward… 32:06

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Linda Drake Interviews Anne Dougherty, Founder and C0-Owner of Illume, a leader in clean energy transformation. Anne Dougherty is the Co-Founder and Co-Owner of ILLUME, a research consultancy serving the clean energy industry. In her executive role, Anne leads ILLUME’s brand vision, business development, and market strategy, and charts the course f…

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AZTC Douglas Hockstad 28:06

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Hear how Slalom Phoenix is advancing the Valley of the Sun... 19:46

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Slalom is a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company. From strategy to implementation, our approach is fiercely human. In eight countries and 45 markets, we deeply understand our customers—and their customers—to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful impact. Backed by close partnerships with over 400 lea…

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Are you struggling to afford marketing in this challenging economy? 21:58

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Looking for significant increases in leads and sales? KEO Marketing is an award-winning B2B marketing agency. We know how maddening it is to waste money with a marketing agency that doesn’t deliver results. For more than 20 years we have built marketing systems that consistently deliver outstanding leads and sales. Some of the world’s largest brand…

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Enterprise GIS and Kubernetes 53:11

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In this edition, we speak with Bryan Palus and Jason Harris from Rok Technologies about Enterprise GIS. In detail, we discuss the history of Enterprise GIS, a powerful enterprise tool known as Kubernetes, and what all this means to the GIS practitioner now and in the future.By URISA Texas

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Emerging technology trends and how they relate to consumers and business... 33:30

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Dr. David B. Bolman, Provost UAT Provost Bolman has focused his career upon addressing the profound need within Arizona and the nation for a substantial and diverse creative class workforce. As its long standing provost, Dr. Bolman has built the University of Advancing Technology (UAT) into a unique all-STEM institution that marries the best of tra…

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Learn about the people and the culture at PADT and where they are heading in 2023... 24:23

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Eric Miller is a co-owner of Tempe-based PADT, which provides tools and services to companies that design and manufacture physical products. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from UC Berkeley. As co-founder of PADT in 1994, Eric pursued his interests in simulation, 3D printing, and small business management. Eric often writes and speaks on …

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See how JobPath works for you and your community in providing opportunity to those in need... 24:31

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JobPath, Inc. is a non-profit organization focused on providing financial and socio-emotional support to adults pursuing a short-term posts secondary degree or credential in a high demand industry. For over 25 years, Ana has been an advocate for economic development initiatives that empower individuals to reach their potential. Her passion for educ…

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Is your next generation of leaders ready to lead? Interview with Michael Beach 27:33

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Michael Beach, CPBC Certified Professional Business Coach (CPBC) Michael brings more than 40 years of business leadership experience to his work with C-Suite Executives, Business Owners and their Emerging Leaders. Michael is well versed in Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Channel Programs, Business Systems, Human Resources, and many, many…

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Learn how HiMS is transforming the integrated health care experience one user at a time... 26:37

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Health Information Management Systems (HiMS) is a strategic-thinking group of electronic health record software experts who are passionate about harnessing the power of technology to create value-based care tools for integrated health care providers. Khalid Al-Maskari, Founder and CEO at HiMS - With 20+ years in health care, Khalid Al-Maskari is co…

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Mercury brings together state-of-the-art technology and a DMEA accredited facility in Phoenix, Arizona 25:33

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With more than 22 years of experience designing high assurance microelectronics, Tom is responsible for programmatic and technical execution of the latest 2.5 and 3D microelectronics for rugged defense applications.Tom Smelker, VP and GM of Microsystems for Mercury Systems. Mercury Systems is a global commercial technology company serving the aeros…

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Improving the lives of patients with brain tumors…Matthew of GT Medical Technology 27:12

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About the Company: For decades, clinicians have sought better treatment options for patients with brain tumors that would effectively target tumor cells while preserving eloquent tissue. Driven to overcome the limitations of current treatments and raise the standard of care, a group of brain tumor specialists joined forces to address this critical,…

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The Cloud and The Grand Canyon State: Hybrid IT, Data Centers and AZ’s Economic Impact 22:27

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James (Jim) Buie, the President of Involta, oversees all day-to-day operations and has been a driving force in accelerating Involta’s growth trajectory throughout the country. Jim has built cohesive operations and a sales and marketing culture that models his motivation and enthusiasm for the business. Initially joining Involta in 2016 as Chief Fin…

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Service is Key to a Successful Company 24:06

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Craig Jackman, president of Paragon IT Professionals (Paragon), founded the company with his brother, Joel, in 1997 in Des Moines, IA. As a staffing firm focused solely on IT, the two were determined to be more than a service provider and were committed to providing exceptional service with consistency and authenticity. With a strong foundation and…

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Episode 27 24:16

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On this week's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Ashley Hitt of Connected Nation. Ashley discovered GIS during her undergraduate years when she took an intro to GIS class as mandated by her studies in meteorology. She instantly fell in love with and after completing her Masters Degree, joined Connected Nation as an Analyst. Now the VP o…

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Unraveling CMMC: Insights for Aerospace and Manufacturing DoD Subcontractors 30:43

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Over the last 20 years, Karl Bickmore has honed his ability to successfully lead and grow his IT Consulting business while becoming a well-respected thought leader in the industry. As CEO of Snap Tech IT, Karl continuously provides insights into operational improvement for IT companies & regularly speaks at cybersecurity management & international …

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Linda talks with Roger of Apex Systems the Necessities of Strategic Assessments 24:11

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Roger is the Chief Technology Officer and a Vice President within Apex Consulting Services responsible for all solutions and serving all industries. His focus is growing and evolving the Apex solutions portfolio including thought leadership, people, technologies, capabilities, experiences, processes and artifacts needed to help position Apex to lea…

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Episode 26 36:50

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On this week’s episode, I finish my interview with Liz Parrish of esri. In this special episode, Liz and I chat about the dreaded Imposter Syndrome and how it affects everyone. We share some of our own experiences and discover that men and women are actually affected almost the same. We also talk about how our upbringing can influence the imposter …

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Episode 25 45:47

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On this week’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Liz Parrish of Esri. Liz got her start in GIS after unknowingly doing GIS in her career in Real Estate. After wetting her pallet, she went back to school to learn more about it, and become a GIS professional. We chat about how more graduate Business programs are incorporating GIS into the…

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Linda talks with Doug about FreeFall Aerospace’s New Revolutionary Antenna Technology 25:20

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Doug Stetson is the CEO of FreeFall Aerospace developing innovative antenna technology for satellite communications. Before founding FreeFall, Doug spent 30 years at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory having lead roles in systems engineering and mission design for Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn missions. After leaving JPL in 2008, Doug was the project m…

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Learn About the Dynamic Growth of this Local AZ Company with Elizabeth Oviedo, CEO of Symmetry Software 16:24

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Elizabeth began her career at Symmetry Software in 2012 as the sole Marketing Director and, over the past five years, as the Chief Strategy Officer. Since joining the company, Elizabeth has spearheaded major strategy and technology shifts across its software products and services portfolio. During her most recent tenure as CSO, Elizabeth led the co…

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Episode 24 34:54

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On this week’s episode, I finish my interview with Toby Soto of Soto Media. We chat about some of the differences between working in any level of government versus the private industry. We also dive deep into Toby’s journey of GIS Success, the blog he started while struggling to find all the information he needed in one place. What started as Munig…