GIS Day 2026: The Future of AI is Still Human

​For our GIS Day event, Women+ in Geospatial is bringing together three speakers with complementary perspectives from scientific computing and satellite data, practical GeoAI tools, and environmental research and land management.

​Our panellists include:

• ​Dr. Jordan Caraballo-Vega, Computer Engineer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

• ​Amanda Stanko, Senior Solution Engineer at Esri's Geo Experience Center

• ​Dr. Kit O'Connor, Supervisory Research Ecologist with the USDA Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station

​Together, they will explore how AI is changing GIS, how AI-generated insights can support real-world decisions, and what GIS professionals should be thinking about as these tools continue to evolve.

​Whether you are already experimenting with AI in your GIS workflows or still wondering where to begin, this conversation is designed to offer practical insights and takeaways for everyone.

​Come join us for an interactive panel discussion and bring your questions for the audience Q&A!