Call for Speakers: Share your GIS Expertise at the 2025 Ohio GIS Conference and Trade Show

Submit your presentation by June 23rd.

Are you passionate about geospatial technology, mapping, or data-driven decision-making? The Ohio GIS Conference is returning to Columbus, Ohio, on September 14–16, 2025, and we’re seeking dynamic speakers to lead the conversation.

Whether you're a seasoned GIS professional, a tech innovator, or a first-time presenter with a fresh perspective, we invite you to submit your presentation ideas!

🎤 Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):

  • GIS in local government, public safety, and transportation
  • Remote sensing and drone applications
  • Environmental and land use planning
  • Open-source GIS tools and platforms
  • Data visualization and storytelling
  • Emerging technologies 
  • Asset Management

🗓️ Submission Deadline: June 23, 2025
Don’t miss your chance to inspire, educate, and connect with hundreds of GIS professionals from across the region.

👉 Submit Your Proposal Now

Let’s map the future together!

Our Selection Committee will meet in late June to choose speakers and develop the Program Agenda. This is an in-person only event; if your presentation is selected, you will be asked to register as a speaker to attend.


Tentative Conference Program:

Pre-Conference Sunday, September 14, 2025

Set Up Social & Exhibitor Sneak Peek Gathering:

Volunteers Needed

Help Set Up the Conference! Join us from 5:30pm-7:00pm in the Polaris Foyer at Hilton.

Join our early-arriving attendees and exhibitors as we begin setting up the Conference Trade Show and Map Gallery. We're looking for friendly, enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand during setup—enjoy a little networking while you're at it!  It’s a great way to meet fellow volunteers, connect with exhibitors, and get a sneak peek at the conference before it officially begins. 
5:30pm - 7:00pm: Exhibitor Check-in/Trade Show Booth Set Up & Map Gallery Set Up

Stick around for a casual social gathering with light refreshments.

 

 

 

Conference Day 1 - Monday, September 15, 2025

8:00am - 4:30pm: Registration hours
8:00am - 6:00pm: Exhibit Hall/Trade Show hours
9:00am - Map Gallery Opens
 
9:00am - 10:00am: Welcome and Keynote Speaker
10:30am - 12:00pm: Breakout Sessions Begin
12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch on your own, plus visit Exhibit Hall/Trade Show & Map Gallery
1:00pm – 3:00pm: Breakout Sessions
3:00pm – 3:30pm: Ice Cream Social (Ice Cream Sponsor Opportunity)   
3:30pm – 5:00pm: Sessions
5:00pm – 6:00pm: Networking/Trade Show Reception (Reception Sponsor Opportunity)
     

Conference Day 2 - Tuesday, September 16, 2025 

8:00am - 2:30pm: Registration hours
8:00am - 2:30pm: Exhibit Hall/Trade Show hours (Booth teardown and load out begins at 2:30pm)
9:00am - 10:10am: Map Gallery hours 
 
8:00am - 8:45am: Breakfast with Exhibitors (Breakfast sponsor opportunity)
8:45am - 9:40am: Morning Sessions
9:40am - 10:10am: Exhibitor Break (Coffee break sponsor opportunity)
10:10am - 11:10am: Morning Sessions
11:15am - 12:30pm: Keynote Luncheon & Awards (Lunch sponsor opportunity)
12:45pm - 1:45pm: Afternoon Sessions
1:45pm - 2:15pm: Popcorn Power Break with Exhibitors (Popcorn sponsor opportunity)
2:15pm - 3:00pm: Final Conference Session
Adjourn