Mapping The Conversations

In this special tribute episode of Mapping the Conversations, we honour the life and legacy of Jacqueline daCosta, a pioneering force in GIS and development in the Caribbean. Our guests, Cecille Blake and Nadine Brown, share their personal and professional reflections on Mrs. daCosta. Join us as we explore her remarkable career, her groundbreaking contributions to geospatial sciences, and the last...

In this episode, Valrie Grant engages in a captivating conversation with Isabelle Chatel de Brancion, the Business and Innovation Lead at Geovation, Ordnance Survey's innovation hub. Isabelle's extensive background as an architect and her shift towards driving sustainable innovation in the PropTech and GeoTech sectors makes for an enriching discussion. Isabelle shares her unique and non-li...

About The Guest Madin Maseeh is the founder and President of the Maldives Space Research Organisation (MSRO), the first entity in the Maldives dedicated to the development and research of the space sector. MSRO was founded in 2022 with a remarkable support from the international space community after Madin attended the International Space University's Space Studies Program. Before founding MSR...

In this thought-provoking episode of Mapping AThe Conversations, host Valrie Grant engages with Professor Bheshem Ramlal, a name synonymous with geospatial brilliance in the Caribbean. The discussion uncovers the professor's transformative journey within the realm of geospatial sciences and the uncharted possibilities maps offer in understanding our dance with planet Earth. Listeners will voya...

In this edition of "Mapping the Conversations," host Valrie Grant engages in a profound dialogue with Dr. Joep Crompvoets, a geospatial industry enthusiast and academic. Listeners are invited to join a journey exploring the essence, evolution, and impact of location intelligence and national geospatial information arrangements. The conversation delves into the waves of change within the...

In this episode of "Mapping the Conversations," host Valrie Grant sits down with geospatial industry luminary Dr. Zaffar Mohamed-Ghouse to explore the unchartered potentials of location intelligence and its vital role in harmonizing humanity's relationship with Earth. Their dialogue orbits around the transformative impacts and burgeoning innovations in the field of geospatial technol...

In this stimulating episode of "Mapping the Conversations," host Valrie Grant is joined by Dr. Rosario Casanova, a recognized authority in the field of geospatial science and education. Dr. Casanova sheds light on the transformative impact of geospatial technology and the critical role of the UN-GGIM Americas Academic Network in advancing location intelligence. The conversation delves in...

In this episode of "Mapping the Conversations," Valrie Grant delves into the transformative powers of geospatial technology with Mark Reichardt, a luminary in the field. Their exchange sheds light on the groundbreaking advancements that are shaping our understanding and interaction with the world around us. Reichardt's in-depth experience lends a unique perspective on the evolution o...

Sonja Betschart, co-founder of We Robotics and the Flying Labs network, discusses the power of geospatial technology and drones for social good. She shares her journey and the challenges she faced in creating a network of local experts in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean and  Asia-Pacific. Sonja emphasizes the importance of collaboration and partnerships in driving positive change and highl...

Dr. Nadine Alameh, inaugural Executive Director of the Taylor Geospatial Institute, discusses the institute's mission to leverage geospatial technology to solve global problems. She highlights the importance of collaboration and the need to build a research collaborative among the consortium members and the wider geospatial community. Dr. Alameh also emphasizes the institute's focus on agr...

Barbara Ryan joins Valrie Grant in a conversation about how the geospatial industry is shaping the geospatial conversation. They discuss the significance of the WGIC's new brand and its representation of the geospatial industry. Barbara highlights the evolution of the geospatial conversation, emphasizing the need for integration and collaboration across different disciplines. She also discusse...

Dr. Earl Edwards discusses the transformative potential of low-cost drones in the field of geospatial technology. He highlights the advancements and innovations in low-cost drone technology that have made them more accessible and valuable for geospatial data collection. Dr. Edwards also explores the various use cases of low-cost drones, such as mapping, surveying, monitoring, and disaster manageme...

Valrie Grant interviews Albert H. Anoubon Momo, Vice President of Emerging Markets and Funded Projects at Trimble, about his journey in the geospatial industry and his involvement in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Albert discusses the lack of diversity in the industry and the pivotal moment when Trimble's CEO took a stance on DEI. He shares his role in promoting DEI within T...

In this episode, host Valrie Grant interviews Ms. Deirdre Bishop, Chief of the Geography Division of the US Census Bureau and Chair of the high-level group on the UN-IGIF. They discuss the United Nations Integrated Geospatial Information Framework (UN-IGIF) and its impact on global geospatial information management. Ms. Bishop shares her background in geospatial information management and how she...

In this episode, host Valrie Grant engages in a conversation with Paloma Merodio Gómez, Co-chair of the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UNGGIM). They delve into the critical role of geospatial technology in addressing global challenges, with a particular focus on UNGGIM's initiatives and policies. About The Guest: Paloma Merodio Gómez is the co-...