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SUMMARY:Building the Operating Model That Makes AI Actually Work
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the GBA Knowledge Sharing Webinar Series: free online learning opportunities for geoprofessionals that directly connect them with our industry partners who are creating impactful technology to elevate the industry. \nMost geoprofessional firms don’t have an AI problem. They have an operating model problem. Field data lives in one tool\, scheduling in another\, the lab in a third\, and billing in a fourth\, and leadership stitches it all together by hand. Layering Claude\, ChatGPT\, or Copilot on top doesn’t fix it; it drafts emails faster while the underlying data stays disconnected. And it gets worse as firms scale: acquisitions add a system per office. \nJoin GBA and MetaField on Thursday\, December 3\, 2026 at 2 p.m. Eastern for a webinar that makes the case for going all in on one system: a single operating model rolled out across an entire organization\, where daily work runs through one system of action and the data behind it becomes one system of intelligence: structured\, connected\, and ready for AI embedded directly into the workflow. \n \nAttendees will see it in practice: newly acquired offices folded onto one platform\, multiple disciplines combined onto a single workflow\, and field and lab data connected into one companywide view\, strengthening the firm’s competitive position. AI accelerates the work\, but the engineer’s judgment behind every decision never goes away. Leaders will leave with a framework for auditing their own fragmentation and a clearer view of what closing it actually takes. \nAttendees will learn:\n1. Why “one system” is an operating model\, not a software purchase\, rolled out firmwide.\n2. The difference between AI bolted on top\, like Copilot\, and AI embedded in your data.\n3. What it takes to run a system of action and intelligence firmwide. \nThis webinar is free and open to GBA members and nonmembers. Attendees will earn 0.5 professional development hours. \n \nPresenter\nDavid Gagne\, President & CEO\, MetaField \nDavid Gagne is the President and Chief Executive Officer of MetaField\, a leading SaaS provider serving the architecture\, engineering\, and construction (AEC) industry with its end-to-end platform\, MetaField. Under his leadership\, the company empowers construction materials testing (CMT) and geotechnical engineering firms to modernize field and lab operations through cloud-based automation\, real-time data capture\, and integrated workflows. \nWith over 20 years of success transforming software-enabled technology companies\, David has built a track record of creating significant enterprise value and strong returns on invested capital. He is equally adept at driving organic growth and executing strategic acquisitions to strengthen market and product leadership. His expertise spans corporate strategy\, operational scale\, investment planning\, and technology innovation. \nPrior to Agile Frameworks\, David held executive roles at Nagios Enterprises\, MedHub\, XRS Corporation\, and Lawson Software\, consistently scaling revenue and building high-performing teams. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Boston University’s Questrom School of Business.
URL:https://www.geoprofessional.org/event/building-operating-model-that-makes-ai-work/
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SUMMARY:2027 GBA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:GBA’s flagship gathering for geoprofessional leaders and emerging talent to learn\, connect\, and leave with practical ideas they can apply right away. The conference will feature big picture keynotes and timely\, real world sessions focused on leadership\, firm performance\, risk management\, technology\, and workforce challenges—paired with candid peer exchange that helps attendees pressure test ideas and bring home “Monday morning” takeaways. \nAcross the event\, you can expect a mix of structured learning and high value relationship building: Business Round Tables and peer/committee conversations designed for problem solving\, dedicated time to visit with sponsors\, and multiple built in networking moments. \nHost city: Set between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains\, Vancouver blends a vibrant downtown with easy access to memorable waterfront scenery. Take advantage of the city’s signature outdoor escapes—like Stanley Park and the Seawall—or explore food-and-culture favorites such as Granville Island. \nWhat you’ll experience: \n• Big‑idea\, actionable keynotes + future‑focused sessions\n• Business Round Tables and peer conversations for real-world problem‑solving\n• Networking where it counts: First‑Time Attendee Luncheon\, Welcome Reception\, and Awards Banquet\n• NEW! GBA Technology Summit: Explore how AI\, automation\, data analytics\, and emerging technologies are reshaping geoprofessional practice
URL:https://www.geoprofessional.org/event/2027-gba-annual-conference/
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SUMMARY:Crystal Ball Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Human-Led\, Future-Ready: Transforming Geoprofessional Skills and Business Practices for Tomorrow’s World \nSee Framing Statement  \nGBA will use the 2027 Crystal Ball Workshop to explore how skill sets and business practices can evolve to sustain and expand geoprofessional success under accelerating change. Areas of discussion will include: \n\nEvaluating which external forces are most likely to influence future skill requirements and business models\nDefining essential technical\, human\, and integrative skill sets for future geoprofessionals\nEnhancing and sustaining human dignity\, effectiveness\, agency\, and leadership within increasingly automated organizations\nIdentifying results- and value-based alternatives to\, and evolutions of\, traditional time-based business models\n\nSubject matter experts will share perspectives and engage participants in facilitated discussions and breakout sessions to develop and prioritize implications and recommendations. Participants will include representatives from GBA member firms\, partner organizations\, and other interested stakeholders.
URL:https://www.geoprofessional.org/event/crystal-ball-workshop-27/
LOCATION:Terracon Headquarters\, 10841 S. Ridgeview Road\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
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SUMMARY:2028 GBA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:GBA’s flagship gathering for geoprofessional leaders and emerging talent to learn\, connect\, and leave with practical ideas they can apply right away. The conference will feature big‑picture keynotes and timely\, real‑world sessions focused on leadership\, firm performance\, risk management\, technology\, and workforce challenges—paired with candid peer exchange that helps attendees pressure‑test ideas and bring home “Monday‑morning” takeaways. \n\nAcross the event\, you can expect a mix of structured learning and high‑value relationship‑building: Business Round Tables and peer/committee conversations designed for problem‑solving\, dedicated time to visit with sponsors\, and multiple built‑in networking moments. \nHost city: Cleveland. Located on the southern shore of Lake Erie\, Cleveland offers a walkable downtown and a lakefront setting that’s easy to explore between conference activities. It’s also home to standout cultural anchors like the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Playhouse Square theater district—great options for extending conversations with colleagues after sessions wrap.
URL:https://www.geoprofessional.org/event/2028-gba-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Marriott Cleveland Downtown\, 1360 W Mall Dr\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44114\, United States
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