Olamiposi Caleb Fagunloye
Outreach Program Assistant/ GIS Analyst
Atlanta Regional Commission
Location: Atlanta, Georgia

I am thrilled to announce that I have been accepted as a member of the URISA VC for the 25-27 cohort! This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with fellow geospatial professionals, engage in leadership within the community, and contribute to URISA's mission of advancing the geospatial field. I look forward to sharing knowledge, expanding my expertise, and working on initiatives that support young professionals in the industry, most especially minority groups. I’m excited for the journey ahead and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the geospatial world.

Chris Lyons
Geoprocessing Specialist III
Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet
Location: Kentucky

I want to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of the URISA mentorship program. It’s a privilege to join a network of passionate, skilled professionals committed to advancing the GIS field. With my extensive experience in geodatabase management, custom tool development using Python and ArcGIS, and environmental remote sensing, I deeply understand how GIS can be leveraged to address complex environmental challenges. My academic background, including a Master's in Environmental Studies focusing on forest health and spectral analysis of invasive plant species, has further strengthened my expertise in geospatial analysis. I look forward to learning from and collaborating with my mentor and peers to drive innovation and growth within the geospatial community while inspiring the next generation of GIS professionals. Thank you for this incredible opportunity—I’m excited to get started.

Meredith Martinez
Investigative Analyst, U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego (MCRD-SD) Inspector General
Location: San Diego, California

I am over the moon about joining the Vanguard Cabinet and am excited to make a positive impact on the GIS community. As someone who’s navigated an unconventional career path, with ebbs & flows and pings & pongs, I’m looking forward to encouraging other young professionals that might have found their way to GIS from seemingly-unrelated degrees and experiences. I learned of the VC while attending my first Esri User Conference and immediately knew it was an invaluable resource. I’m looking forward to networking and growing with other emerging professionals & leaders and giving back to this incredible community.

David Price
GIS Coordinator
Wood County Engineer’s Office
Location: Bowling Green, Ohio

I am truly honored and excited to join the URISA Vanguard Cabinet. This opportunity represents a pivotal moment in my career, allowing me to engage with an inspiring group of emerging leaders in the geospatial community. URISA’s dedication to fostering innovation, collaboration, and professional development within GIS resonates deeply with my own commitment to using geospatial technology as a tool for meaningful change.

As a member of the Vanguard Cabinet, I look forward to not only learning from my peers but also contributing to the initiatives that will shape the future of our industry. I am eager to work alongside fellow Cabinet members to promote the role of GIS in addressing complex spatial challenges, both locally and globally, and to help strengthen the professional community for the next generation of geospatial practitioners. This is an exciting opportunity to give back to the field I’m so passionate about, and I am excited to collaborate with others to advance URISA’s mission and the impact of geospatial solutions across various sectors. Together, we can build a more connected, informed, and innovative Geospatial Community.

Tito Ramirez Jr.
H-E-B, Senior GIS Analyst
Location: Austin, Texas

I am incredibly grateful to have the privilege of being on the Vanguard. People, community and GIS are passions of mine and know I’m in the right place to share those passions. I look forward to having the opportunity to connect, collaborate, learn and grow with my fellow cabinet members, the GIS community as a whole, as well as, emerging professionals on their GIS journey.

Mathew Ugwuanyi
GIS Technician II
Highlands County Engineering Department
Location: Sebring, Florida

I am deeply honored to be selected as a member of the 2025-2027 URISA Vanguard Cabinet. Being part of the Vanguard Cabinet is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to the broader GIS community. I eagerly anticipate collaborating with other experts and young professionals in the GIS field, through mentoring and innovation. I am excited and I look forward to making significant impacts. Thanks for this incredible opportunity!

Brianna Zumhof 
Partner Strategy Manager
EagleView Technologies
Location: San Diego, California

What an honor to be selected for the URISA Vanguard Cabinet! As a current member, I am excited to dedicate myself to advance the goals of the association, furthering geospatial initiatives and engaging fellow emerging professionals. With my background in urban ecology, planning livable cities, and GIS, I firmly believe geographic literacy is inherent in understanding and solving society’s issues, advancing communities to shape the future for the better. This platform will allow me to contribute to important discussions, foster collaboration, and further develop my skills. I am eager to make a meaningful impact within the geospatial community.