Check out these highlights from Day 3 of this year's awesome event!!!

00:40 - Mat Kellett, Regional Senior Manager - Northern Europe @ Topcon Positioning Systems

12:40 - András Zlinszky, Community Evangelist @ Sinergise

27:40 - Steven Woolven, President @ Trimble Applanix

38:05 - Raymond Woering, CEO and Commercial Director & Hanno Kant, Does Everything Ray Doesn't Do Which Is A Lot @ APGLOS

54:00 - Henry Genefaas, Technical Specialist @ Emesent

1:06:55 - Reinis Tocelovskis, Founder & CEO @ 3D Engineering and Co-Founder & CEO @ My3D.Cloud

Check out these highlights from Day 2 of this year's awesome event!!!

00:25 - Madeleine Janzen, Technical Sales Specialist & Samuel Beaupre, Director of Sales & Marketing @ Geo-Plus

17:25 - Torsten Kriening, Publisher and CEO @ SpaceWatch.Global

38:22 - Mantas Vaskela, CEO @ AISPECO

50:52 - Toni Louhisola, Digitalization Veteran @ Infrakit Group Oy & Jaakkola Mika, Development manager @ Destia Oy

1:03:00 - Igor Vereninov, Co-Founder and CEO @ Emlid

1:21:30 - Antonio Mendes, Mobile Mapping Solutions Manager @ Leica Geosystems

Episode 265 brings together two AllTerra Central leaders — Scott Spears and Chris Mauldin — for a fast-moving conversation on UAVs, SLAM, reality capture, and the human side of geospatial technology. After the usual Geoholics banter and updates ,we dive straight into what surveyors are getting wrong (and right) about drone adoption.

Scott and Chris tackle the biggest misconceptions around UAVs, break down the differences between American and Chinese platforms, and explain how handheld scanners and SLAM systems are resetting expectations for accuracy and deliverables. They also explore how AI is accelerating faster than hardware — and why keeping people, ethics, and trust at the center of tech adoption matters more than ever.

Chris brings heart and honesty with insights on faith, family, and teamwork, while both guests highlight why surveyors are more essential than ever in a “shrinking world.” The episode closes with a look at what makes AllTerra Central unique and where they see UAVs and reality capture heading over the next five years.

Music by the Eagles!!

Check out these highlights from Day 1 of this year's awesome event!!!

05:24 - Chris Trevillian - Senior Director Product Go To Market, Trimble Field Systems @ Trimble Inc.

21:42 - Michael Leppitsch - Alliances @ Point One Navigation

36:45 - Paul Hanaphy - Marketing & PR @ GArtec 3D Lux

47:20 - Miss Digital Twins @ SKARTA

57:05 - Hans-Martin Zogg - Business Director TPS @ Leica Geosystems

Bridging the Field and the Office – Accuracy, Adoption & the Future of Photogrammetry!

This week, we sit down with Dallas VanZanten, a self-taught innovator who’s redefining the intersection of construction, geospatial, and technology.

From his early “aha” moment with drones in 2015 to his work helping companies implement Datumate’s DatuBIM platform, Dallas is proof that when accuracy meets adoption, digital construction becomes unstoppable.

A few things we talked about included:

✅ Building trust between field crews & project managers

✅ Avoiding accuracy pitfalls in coordinate systems & datums

✅ The evolution of drones from novelty to necessity

✅ How AI & automation are shaping the next five years

Music by NF!

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A huge thanks to our featured partners Emlid TopoDOT AllTerra Central, Inc. Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon NLC Test Prep GEODNET David Evans and Associates, Inc. Diamondback Land Surveying

This week The Geoholics dive deep into the heart of the geospatial community with the rising leaders of the ASPRS Early Career Professionals Council — Jordan Hicks, Greg Stamnes, and Riley O’Donnell

From lidar to leadership, mentorship to momentum, these three are proving that the next generation of mapping pros is fired up and ready to shape the industry’s future.

Jordan, Greg, and Riley share what drew them to ASPRS and why getting involved early changed everything. They talk about building confidence, seizing opportunities, and the power of showing up — even when you feel like the new kid in a room full of experts.

The trio dives into what makes mentorship the secret sauce of career growth. From the ASPRS Mentors Podcast to hands-on guidance from industry veterans, they unpack how authentic mentor-mentee relationships can transform careers — and why giving back is the ultimate ROI.

Breaking into photogrammetry, remote sensing, and GIS isn’t easy. The guests discuss imposter syndrome, limited exposure to field tech, and how ASPRS provides the network, training, and inspiration to overcome those hurdles — one peer connection at a time.

Drones, AI, and automation are reshaping how we collect and use geospatial data. The conversation explores how ASPRS can bridge the academic–industry gap, keeping early-career professionals ahead of the curve while honoring the science’s roots.

Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about influence. These young pros share how they’re learning to lead through service, communication, and collaboration within ASPRS while balancing growing careers of their own.

Each guest offers their “aha” moment — from career-defining mentorships to community wins — and leaves listeners with one powerful piece of advice: Get involved. Stay curious. And remember — the geospatial world only moves forward when we move together.

Huge thanks to EMLID, TopoDOT, AllTerra Central, Hexagon, NLC Prep, GEODNET, David Evans & Associates, and DBLS — we couldn’t do this without you!

Music by Cucamaras!!

Our very own Peta Cox attended this year's awesome event in Brisbane and walked away with some amazing and insightful interviews.

Do not miss these conversations that included the following individuals:

Paul Miller, COO @ Sitech

Darryl Gowlett, Owner - Darryl Gowlett Surveyors Pty Ltd

Tony Byrnes, Business Operations Manager @ WW Surveys

Luke Johnson, Product Manager @ Trimble

Steven (Shep) Sheppard, Geospatial Solutions Manager @ Trimble

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This week the crew sat down with Dane Courville, PLS-II and Survey Leader for CDOT Region 1, to explore the life and lessons of a surveyor who’s made his mark across metes and bounds, Texas, and PLSS. Growing up in Opelousas, Louisiana, Dane’s story is one of grit, growth, and giving back to the profession.

Dane shared how working across different land systems taught him that geography, history, and law all shape the surveyor’s role. From land development to energy and transportation, his career has spanned multiple sectors, each leaving him with a deeper perspective on the craft.

We unpacked his manual—its success, feedback, and the opportunities it has opened. Dane also discussed his continuing education program with WFPS, particularly around oil and gas surveying, a niche where his expertise runs deep.

Passionate about building confidence in the next generation, Dane believes passing licensing exams is less about pure survey knowledge and more about test-taking skills and mindset. His mission? To mentor aspiring professionals and help them see themselves as capable, licensed surveyors-in-the-making.

Dane has spoken at most western state conferences and made a bold, open offer to bring his voice eastward. His goal is simple: share knowledge, spread encouragement, and leave a lasting legacy of mentorship, confidence, and professional pride.

Music by The Cure!!!