FAQs

Who should attend GeoTools? Even if I am not the GIS or Tech specialist in my organization, can I still benefit from it?

The scope of the information goes well beyond the geospatial experts. It’s about the applied uses of what the data and technology support. The conference is geared toward all those who have a role in decision-making, managing and analyzing data, serving the public, service delivery, community engagement, and building belonging in communities.

My job does not involve working with GIS, geospatial technology, or tracking data. Why would this conference be a good use of my time?

The time is now to up your game in understanding technology to help us all work smarter and more efficiently. At this conference, you will learn from managers, analysts, NGOs, students, GIS and data professionals about tools that have been and could be used to further partnerships to help build resiliency and belonging in communities. This is your opportunity to be literate in all that is out there to help your work. And for the techies, you will learn about how all your tools and data have been employed to help solve real-world resiliency challenges.

The conference also offers an opportunity to establish relationships with representatives from all sectors working towards better coastal management.