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Faces of YPN

Meet your peers, discover what they do with GIS, and learn from their advice for others.

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A geodesign student’s academic journey and advice for students

Michele Heilman, USC graduate in geodesign and sociology, gives insights into using GIS in geodesign projects as well as advice to other students.

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How proactive communication launched a GIS career

Catherine DuBreck, GIS change management consultant and instructor, shares advice on taking initiative and being proactive in your GIS career.

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From creating maps to executive leader

Haseeb Malik shares his GIS journey from working as an intern to becoming an executive leader.

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How an internship can be transformative

An executive assistant at the US Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF), Nia Corpuz’s internship led to a career in geointelligence.

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Transferring GIS skills from college to career

Ethan Fenelon, geospatial engineering lead at Millennium Geospatial, describes how he developed his GIS skills and shares advice and resources.

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Advice from a geospatial manager on how to own your career

Geospatial Professional Network board member and advisory senior consultant Sid Pandey shares how mentorship and leadership opportunities can enhance a GIS career.

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