📅 Date: Monday, May 12, 2025
📍 Location: Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street, ByWard Market, Ottawa
⏰ Time: Networking at 6:30 PM | Panel begins at 7:00 PM | Live music to follow
🍽 Details: Cash bar and hors d’oeuvres provided

Event Overview

Join us for an evening of high-level discussion, networking, and live music in the heart of Ottawa’s historic ByWard Market at the legendary Rainbow Bistro. As global alliances shift and geopolitical landscapes evolve, the geospatial sector must adapt to new challenges and opportunities.

This engaging panel discussion will bring together top industry leaders to examine the role of geospatial intelligence in economic security, environmental resilience, and global collaboration.

Key Discussion Topics

• The role of geospatial technology in economic and national security
• How the industry can support climate resilience and sustainability
• The impact of international collaboration and shifting alliances
• Strategies for adapting to global challenges using geospatial solutions

Panelists & Moderator

🗣 Moderated by:

• Anusuya Datta – A respected journalist, editor, and industry analyst, Anusuya is the Consulting Editor at GoGeomatics and a Board Member at EO4SDG (Group on Earth Observations for Sustainable Development Goals). She has been a guest lecturer at the University of British Columbia and is known for her deep expertise in geospatial technologies, climate issues, and digital media.

🎙 Panelists:

• Nadine Alameh – A globally recognized geospatial leader, Nadine is the Executive Director of the Taylor Geospatial Institute and former CEO of the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC). A MIT-trained engineer, she is a passionate advocate for geospatial innovation, AI, and digital transformation.
• Alexander Verbeek – A renowned expert on climate and geopolitical risk, Alexander is the Founder of the Institute for Planetary Security and has advised governments, think tanks, and businesses on the intersection of security, environment, and global affairs. A former Dutch diplomat, he is a sought-after speaker on the geopolitical implications of climate change and geospatial intelligence.
• Denis Hains – A leading figure in hydrospatial intelligence, Denis is the Founder and CEO of H2i and the former Hydrographer General of Canada. With decades of experience in hydrography, geodesy, and ocean mapping, he has played a key role in shaping Canada’s marine geospatial strategies and is an influential voice in international hydrographic initiatives.

As the first major networking event of GeoIgnite 2025, this evening is a prime opportunity for exhibitors, speakers, and participants to connect, exchange ideas, and engage in discussions that will shape the future of the geospatial industry.

Live Music Performance by The Barrow Gang Buskers

Following the panel, enjoy a live performance by The Barrow Gang Buskers, a talented group known for their energetic folk and blues-inspired music—providing the perfect soundtrack to an evening of networking and thought-provoking discussions.

Don’t miss this unique blend of insight, networking, and music at GeoIgnite 2025!