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GBA’s 2026 Photo and Video Contest is now open – and we want to see the geoprofessions through YOUR eyes. This year’s theme, ALL IN: Uncompromising Commitment to the Geoprofessions, celebrates the people, projects, teamwork, leadership, innovation, and responsibility that move our profession f...
The latest episode in the GBA Podcast’s Case History series takes listeners inside a project where early geotechnical concerns were identified, recommendations were made, and warnings were repeatedly set aside, with costly consequences. Hosts Elizabeth Brown, P.E. (JLT Consultants) and Abi Corbett...
In the latest episode of the GBA Podcast’s Case History series, hosts Elizabeth Brown, P.E. (JLT Consultants), and Abi Corbett (SME) explore a cautionary real-world scenario that underscores a central truth for geoprofessional consultants: risk often increases when sound engineering judgment is di...
What drives long-term success in the geoprofessional industry? GBA’s new Best Practices resource, GeoHeroes: Lessons from 500+ Years of Experience – Repeatable Behaviors of High-Performing Geoprofessionals, distills lessons from 26 GeoHeroes podcast interviews representing more than 500 year...
GBA congratulates the 24 graduates of the Geoprofessional Career Ascent Program (GCAP) Embark class, who completed the 10-week course to build consulting fundamentals on June 18, 2026. June 2026 Embark Graduates • Conner Aichlmayr, STRATA • Jillyan Baskin, M.S., G.I.T, Froehling & Robertson ...
The latest episode of the GBA Podcast introduces listeners to GBA’s Geoprofessional Women’s Group (GWG) through a candid panel conversation about leadership, connection, and career growth in the geoprofessions. In this special episode, listeners hear from GBA Secretary-Treasurer Carrie (Foulk) R...
We’re excited to introduce ChatGBA, a new tool designed to give members easy, complete, customized access to 55 years of wisdom created specifically for geoprofessionals. This is just another example of GBA’s commitment to help members put geoprofessional knowledge, resources, and relationships ...
GBA is partnering with the California Geotechnical Engineering Association (CalGeo) to host the CEO Summit 2026, taking place October 29-30 in San Francisco. Registration is now open for this leadership event designed to bring firm leaders together to gather, grow, and guide the geoprofessional indu...
In 2027, GBA’s flagship gathering heads to Vancouver with a theme that’s both a mindset and a challenge: All In — Uncompromising Commitment to the Geoprofessions. From April 14-17, 2027, geoprofessional leaders and emerging talent will come together to learn, connect, and leave with practical ...
Three new episodes of the GBA Podcast are now available, offering geoprofessionals insights into risk management, decision-making, and the power of intentional communication. Listen to learn from real-world experience—both technical and interpersonal—to improve project outcomes, strengthen teams...
GBA members gathered at the 2026 GBA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona for the Annual Recognition and Awards Banquet to celebrate the people and member firms who advanced the association’s mission through service, leadership, and meaningful contributions to the geoprofessions. Below are the aw...
GBA is pleased to announce that the Safety Subcommittee has been approved as a new full committee, following action taken at the GBA Board meeting on April 21, 2026. The committee was created to help GBA member firms strengthen the safety, health, and wellbeing of employees through practical resourc...
GBA is proud to announce the appointment of three new members to the GBA Council of Fellows: Vic Donald, P.E., F.GBA; Guy Marcozzi, P.E., D.GE, LEED AP BD+C, F.GBA; and Matt Moler, P.E., F.GBA. These appointments were announced during the 2026 GBA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. Vic Donald,...
GBA is pleased to announce its Board of Directors and officers for Fiscal Year 2026-27, which runs May 1 through April 30. This team will help guide the association’s strategic direction and support GBA’s work to elevate the geoprofessions through collaboration, leadership development, and membe...
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has issued an official proclamation recognizing April 20-25, 2026 as Geoprofessionals’ Week in Arizona. The proclamation spotlights the vital role geoprofessionals play in protecting communities — emphasizing that the health, safety, and welfare of the public depend ...