How a surveyor started his solo surveying business 20 years ago, diversified services to weather several economic downturns, and grew to one of the largest multi-discipline surveying firms in the UK. With our guest James Cooper, MRICS MCInstCES MCIHT FRGS, CEO of Survey Solutions (UK)
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Gavin Schrock talks with Zach Pieper about interdisciplinary solutions in the ever-evolving fields of UAV flight, surveying, excavation, and machine control.
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David Daly, owner of Vigilante Drones and Vigilante Cares and an Iraq & Afghanistan war veteran, talks with Neil about using UAVs as therapy tools for veterans with PTSD.
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In this inaugural episode, Neil interviews Tim Burch, the vice president of NSPS and a land surveyor, on topics ranging from keeping up with surveying technology to NSPS’s success in attracting youth and their new initiatives.
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John Hamilton PLS, is a surveyor in Pennsylvania that does geodetic, monitoring, and engineering surveying all over the world, including work with Engineers Without Borders (EWB). He talks about some of his latest projects in Ecuador, where he used the RTX precise point positioning service with his GNSS rover on an EWB project to bring water to a remote village high in the Andes.
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Joe Paiva discusses trends in distance learning for surveying and geospatial professionals. geo-learn.com - [email protected]
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Neil interviews Lewis Graham, president and CTO of GeoCue. Lewis advises on transitioning to new technologies, including when surveyors resist relaxing accuracy.
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Keeping an eye on the structural components of a 189-foot historic chimney has traditionally meant building scaffolding and sending people to precarious heights – a time-consuming, costly, and dangerous endeavor. Doug Reed of Meridian Associates talks about how a small drone equipped with a high-resolution camera quickly collected hundreds of images to provide a comprehensive assessment of the structure.
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Dr. James Selevan talks on preparing our transportation infrastructure for autonomous/assisted navigation – Pi-Variables INC. pi-lit.com
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xyHt magazine editor Gavin Schrock, PLS, interviews Alexis Hannah Smith, the founder and CEO of IMGeospatial. Her company creates data intelligence products via machine learning, artificial intelligence, automatic feature extraction, and remote-sensed data for multiple industries, globally. It won the 2019 Geospatial World Startup of the Year award.
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Channel: Trent Keenan
Presented by Jerry Mahun, PLS
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'For The Quest' is an adventure video game that unfolds in the real world using GPS, the public land surveying system and historical landmarks.
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A panel discussion on junior/senior & unwritten rights based on a recent Confluence Daily Quiz.
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Presentation by Jeremy R. Kilber, Esq.
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Leadership Presentation on Changing Roles, Presentation by Gary Kent, PS
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Presented by Dane Courville, PLS
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Presented by Dr. Tony Nettleman, PSM, Esq.
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History & Proper Procedures of Surveying for the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway presented by Aaron Leach, PLS
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Avoid Being Precisely Wrong, Vaguely Right, and Other Taboos During Boundary Retracements. Presented by Ronald Nelms, PLS
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Continuing to ask the question “What is Surveying?”, this episode of “Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast” connects us with Linda Foster, a professional land surveyor AND GIS professional (GISP) from South Dakota. Linda was recently appointed to the NSPS Board of Directors to represent the South Dakota Society of Professional Land Surveyors (SDSPLS), where she served as President in 2019. Her degree in geological engineering opened the door to GIS for the forest service and an introduction to surveying. Linda recently sat down with Tim Burch to discuss our topic and provide a viewpoint as someone who wears several different geospatial hats. She shared her experiences with parcel mapping, data accuracy and precision in various uses, and how surveying, engineering and GIS complement each other. Linda describes how geospatial data will serve as guide not only for where we have been, but to also help us predict what data will be needed in the future.
Thanks for tuning into this next installment of our “What is Surveying” series and look forward to bringing many more viewpoints to you. Surveying has grown into much more than a measurement-based profession, and we will bring you those perspectives in future episodes of “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast.
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As we wind down to the end of March and Women's History Month, this week's episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" features someone who plans on making a name for her own self. While on location at the Western Region Survey Conference in Las Vegas, Tim Burch sat down with Kennedy Williams, a senior at Cal Poly Pomona and budding surveyor/engineer in the making. Kennedy shared her story of making the decision of pursuing a civil engineering degree then "finding" surveying during her sophomore year. They also discussed the importance of the combination of education, experience, and networking to give the surveyor a well rounded career opportunity. A conversation with a dynamic lady so give it a listen today!
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This week's episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" finds us in Denver, Colorado wrapping up a great opportunity of promoting our new state affiliate membership drive at GeoWeek 2026. Your host, Tim Burch, sat down with Linda Foster (NSPS President), Tim Murphy (NSPS President-elect), Jeff Clendenning (NSPS Vice President), and Patti Brook (NSPS Treasurer) to reflect on our first time at GeoWeek and what made it a huge success. Lots of incredible observations on how the surveying profession is not going away, so check it out today.
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This episode of “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast finds your host, Tim Burch, traveling again to the offices of the International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) for gatherings of the FIG Council and the Advisory Committee of Commission Chairs (ACCO). During the meetings, Tim sat down with various chairs within ACCO to discuss their roles within the group and what each are looking forward to experiencing at the upcoming FIG Working Week 2023 hosted jointly with NSPS in Orlando, Florida on May 28 - June 2. For more information, visit FIG.net/FIG2023.
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This episode of “Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast” is a recent conversation with Denver Winchester, PLS, and the current President of the NSPS Young Surveyors Network (YSN). Tim Burch sat down with Denver to discuss the 2022 NSPS Student Competition being held in conjunction with the NSPS Spring Business Meetings. They also discussed topics and outcomes of the YSN meetings during the NSPS Fall Business Meetings in Oak Brook, Illinois, (just outside of Chicago). Denver and Tim talked about the importance of both the Student Competition and growing the YSN to provide a solid future for the profession and for the Association.
Thank you for tuning into this episode of “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast and keep watching social media for our announcements regarding Episode 100 and cool prizes!
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Joe Fenicle shares with host Curt Sumner his experiences/adventures in surveying, and recently “going home” to join the faculty of the surveying program at the University of Akron.
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This week's episode of “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast finds us in the nation's capital within the shadow of the Washington Monument and the NSPS Student Competition. Your host, Tim Burch, caught up with Megan Theune-Baillargeon, a Young Surveyor from Wisconsin and volunteer for the Competition. Megan shared her story of growing up on the outskirts of Milwaukee and getting her start in surveying. She talked about the benefits of working for a small firm early in her career to gain valuable knowledge in varying parts of surveying. Megan has taken that early experience and transforming her career path through surveying classes into a future goal of professional licensure.
Our profession will be much better off if we can encourage more bright young minds like Megan! Thanks for your contribution to the NSPS Student Competition and for your efforts to promote the profession through the Wisconsin YSN.
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Once again, “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast connects with our fellow surveying contemporaries from around the globe with this week’s guest, Michelle Blicavs, CEO, Association of Consulting Surveyors based in Sydney, Australia. Tim Burch caught up with Michelle to discuss the current climate for surveying in Australia, how one becomes a registered surveyor, and how technical surveyors are a large part of the future of the profession. She also explained how specialization of the profession is becoming more important with the transition to digital cadasters and remote sensing data collection. Michelle explained the role of her organization in the promotion of the profession, including career fairs in high schools. She also stressed that providing business-related seminars to registered surveyors has been key in increasing their knowledge charging what their services are truly worth.
The big takeaway from this conversation is that surveying in the US is not unique with our struggles to find the next generation of surveyors, but we can learn from each other on how to promote the profession in a positive manner. Thanks for listening to “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast.
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This episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" previews a new documentary being filmed to capture the story behind the location, design, and construction of the Erie Canal. Our guest today is Tom Garber, owner of Third Wave Films in Long Island, NY, and the filmmaker behind the upcoming movie, "Creating the Erie Canal." Tom recently chatted with Tim Burch about his introduction to the subject matter, the research necessary to develop the script, and how surveyors played a large part in the overall project. They also talked about how filmmaking and surveying have progressed with technology, yet the basics of each discipline are still important to learn. A great conversation, and we can't wait for the film's release in early 2025!
If you would like to make a donation to help this film get finished up, please visit Tom's website: thirdwavefilms.com.
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This edition of “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast takes a look back within our past year's episodes to revisit some of the standout comments and ideas. Included in this week's offering:
Clare Buxton (EP 141) Melissa Seitzinger (EP 133) Vince Campanella (EP 142) Ramon Labrador (EP 128) John Palatiello (EP 121)As for 2023, we are excited for continuing to be a part of the evolving profession. NSPS is currently upgrading several of its programs as well as preparing to host the FIG Working Week 2023 on May 28 to June 1 in Orlando, Florida. We look forward to continuing to offer interesting guests with a variety of perspectives on our historic profession on this podcast AND expand our educational and media messaging to reach more members of the public.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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What can a satellite see that the rest of us can’t?
On Episode 288 of The Geoholics, we’re joined by Sean Donegan, President and CEO of Satelytics, to explore how AI and satellite imagery can help identify methane leaks, vegetation changes, land movement, encroachments and other risks across vast infrastructure networks.
We get into what’s hiding inside those pixels, how an alert becomes a decision, and the question every surveyor should ask: How do we verify what the technology says it found?
Plus, Sean takes on Bullshit, Breakthrough, or Too Soon to Tell? Can AI spot problems before operators know what to look for? Could satellite monitoring change the future of field inspections?
Tune in for a conversation about intelligence from space, confidence on the ground, and what it all means for the people managing our physical world. Adding value and making friends!
#TheGeoholics #GeoholicsPodcast #SeanDonegan #Satelytics #Geospatial #LandSurveying #RemoteSensing #SatelliteImagery #ArtificialIntelligence #Infrastructure #MethaneDetection #RealityCapture
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In Episode 285 with Trent Keenan of Diamondback Land Surveying and Ryan 'Big Shoots' Kelly, the topic of Unions came up, but it was the underlying principle that stands out.
Proper training and a structured path to success are a winning combo for pretty much any professional.
That's why hashtag#TheGeoholics are proud to support initiatives and organizations that are doing the important work of training, providing mentorship, and building community in the industry.
Feel free to share your favorite resource for sharpening your skills in the comments below and help your fellow geospatial pro 👇
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At the #CommercialUAVExpo, Jennifer Triana caught up with Ravi Soneja, CMS-Lidar, who is a Geospatial Project Manager with McKim & Creed, Inc. as well as a Certified Mapping Scientist, LiDAR through American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS).
Ravi was teaching a workshop at the Commercial UAV Expo and talks about how standards have evolved over the years.
Learn more about McKim & Creed at mckimcreed.com and the ASPRS at asprs.org today.
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Today marks 25 years since the September 11 attacks—a day that forever changed our nation and countless lives. Episode 292 of The Geoholics is dedicated to remembering those we lost, honoring those who responded, and sharing an important chapter of surveying history that deserves to be preserved.
Our guest, Steve Willard, PLS, takes us back to the aftermath of 9/11 and the critical role land surveyors played at Ground Zero and throughout Lower Manhattan. When streets, buildings, monuments, control points, and familiar reference systems had been damaged, buried, or destroyed, surveyors helped restore spatial certainty amid unimaginable devastation—providing trusted information to first responders, engineers, contractors, utility providers, public agencies, and recovery teams.
Steve shares the technical challenges, dangerous working conditions, emotional toll, and acts of service that defined the response. We also explore what has changed since 2001—and why, despite tremendous advances in GNSS, laser scanning, drones, and real-time mapping, professional judgment and boots-on-the-ground verification remain irreplaceable during a crisis.
This is more than an episode about surveying. It is a conversation about service, courage, responsibility, and the quiet professionals who stepped forward when their expertise was needed most.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
Episode 292 featuring Steve Willard, PLS, is available today wherever you listen to The Geoholics.
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Day 3 of the 2026 12d Tech Forum delivered an incredible mix of conversations with Michelle Blicavs, Brad Cox, Luke Bowell, Joel Gregory, Mitch McPherson, Keeton Williamson-Smith and Bridget VV. We dive into advocacy for the surveying profession, accessible GNSS technology, machine control, better 3D data workflows, the story and global growth of 12d—and the life-changing impact of creating meaningful geospatial careers for neurodivergent talent.
00:01:35 Michelle Blicavs, CEO, Surveyors Australia and ITA
00:21:08 Brad Cox, Survey hardware GIS Specialist at Mangoesmapping
00:39:32 Luke Bowell, Senior Surveyor & Chief Remote Pilot at Sunrise Surveying
00:56:21 Joel Gregory, CEO and Mitch McPherson, VP at 12d Synergy
01:24:59 Keeton Williamson Smith, Lead Data Analyst and Bridget VV from Australian Spatial Analytics
Big technology, honest perspectives and one seriously inspiring finish to an unforgettable three days in Brisbane. Grab a drink, hit play and join us for the final chapter of The GEOHOLICS Down Under!
#TheGEOHOLICS #12dTechForum2026 #Geospatial #LandSurveying #Surveying #DigitalEngineering #GNSS #MachineControl #ConstructionTechnology #Neurodiversity #InclusiveEmployment #Innovation #Brisbane #Australia #AddValue #MakeFriends
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Check out what Riegl had showcased at their booth for the #CommercialUAVExpo in this video.
Jennifer Triana got to speak with Tyler Shriver about their proprietary IMU and LiDAR solutions.
Discover their other innovative solutions on their website at riegl.com today.
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What are your thoughts on over-reliance of #AI in #Surveying??
In Episode 287 with Aaron Michalenko, owner of DBE Surveying, LLC, and Willis Long, Head of Survey Operations and Senior Director at CCI Systems, this idea came up and a few creative solutions were talked about.
Let us know what you think in the comments below 👇
And check out the full episode on our website, YouTube channel, or wherever you tune in to #TheGeoholics!
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Our post-event coverage of the Commercial UAV Expo continues with this conversation between Jennifer Triana of #TheGeoholics and Bret Burghdurf of GeoCue.
Bret gives us a rundown of their new TV1 #NDAA #LiDAR Sensor, which is an expansion of their NDAA portfolio.
Check out their other TrueView solutions at geocue.com today.
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Check out this conversation between Jennifer Triana from our #Geoholics Team and Adam Johnston from Seiler Geospatial as they discuss how drones can save lives in the Public Safety sector at the Commercial UAV Expo 2026.
Learn more about Seiler and the many solutions they provide on their website at seilergeo.com today.
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This week on The Geoholics, we’re joined by Davey Edwards, PhD, PLS, LSLS, CFedS — Survey Technical Director at Dunaway, adjunct professor at Lone Star College, and a sixth-generation Texan with a deep connection to Texas land and history.
Davey brings decades of surveying experience, professional leadership, teaching, and boundary expertise to the conversation. We dive deep into one of the more complicated areas of surveying: riparian boundaries.
What actually happens when the river moves? How do surveyors reconcile old deeds, historic surveys, case law, field evidence, erosion, accretion, and avulsion? And with GNSS, LiDAR, drones, reality capture, and historical imagery becoming more powerful every year, where does technology help—and where can it create a false sense of certainty?
We’ll also talk about Davey’s career and leadership in the profession, his experience with NSPS and TSPS, teaching the next generation of surveyors, and why professional surveying is about much more than simply locating property corners.
And, of course, we’ll put some big questions on the table:
🔥 Will AI eventually be able to produce a legally defensible boundary opinion?
🔥 Will LiDAR and drones eliminate most boots-on-the-ground work?
🔥 Is traditional surveying education still the best path forward?
🔥 Should surveyors stop selling “measurement” and start selling their role in protecting property rights and driving the economy?
It’s another episode packed with surveying, technology, history, professional responsibility—and probably a little bullshit along the way.
Join us LIVE and bring your questions!
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Dr Jane Cooke hails from Tonbridge, Kent, a small town approximately an hours drive south East of London England, but now lives in Victoria Australia where she is the National Technical support and training manager for the geospatial division at CR Kennedy. She wanted to be a town planner, but began her career in the geospatial industry by completing her degree in Environmental Science and working in various voluntary positions surveying volcanoes around the world, This led to a PhD in Volcanology & post doctorate in geological hazard monitoring. She has since worked for Lecia Geosystems in the UK before moving to Australia to work with CR Kennedy. Jane is an avid reader and enjoys time outdoors camping & as she puts it, walking long distances. With a unique perspective on the differences between Aussie & English Surveyors & losing the battle on Scale factors…. A great listen to how Surveying & Spatial is used in the monitoring of Landslides & Volcanoes. You can find Jane on: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-cooke-197442/ You can contact me at: www.petacox.com Podcast Support Defining Boundaries: https://www.patreon.com/PetaCox @definingboundaries @surveygeekgirl www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox Music by Paul Greene https://www.instagram.com/greenepaul/ Red Shelf Records/Sounds Delicious Australia https://www.instagram.com/soundsdeliciousaustralia/
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