GEO Business Unveils Dynamic Line-Up of Industry Speakers

GEO Business Unveils Dynamic Line-Up of Industry Speakers

GEO Business 2025 is gearing up to take over ExCeL London from 4–5 June with a dynamic showcase of geospatial innovation, and the first wave of speakers has already set the tone. As the UK’s leading geospatial event, it promises a powerhouse of insights from industry experts, public sector pioneers, and tech-savvy trailblazers.

With registration now open, it’s clear the 2025 edition of GEO Business is not just about maps and models — it’s about people reshaping how data connects, informs, and powers the world around us.

Top Speakers Pushing Geospatial Boundaries

The newly unveiled speaker line-up features a mix of heavyweight thinkers, tech disruptors, and rising stars, all bringing fresh perspectives to the geospatial sector.

• Luke Cooper – Geospatial Leader, Arup: Luke Cooper will lead the conversation on the importance of unified digital platforms in infrastructure. With years at the helm of Arup’s digital services, his insights on integrating geospatial data into infrastructure design promise to be both timely and transformative.

• Sarah Hodgetts – Director, National Data Library and Geospatial, Government Digital Service: From beneath our feet to behind our policies, Sarah Hodgetts is championing data as a national asset. As a key driver of the National Underground Asset Register (NUAR), she’ll explain how geospatial strategies are aligning with government missions — from transport to resilience planning.

• Jenny Wells – Principal Geospatial Consultant, AtkinsRéalis: Blending sustainability with spatial data, Jenny Wells explores how geospatial insights are fuelling the energy transition and improving transport outcomes. Expect a fascinating look at how tech is enabling healthier, more connected communities.

• Dr Egbe Manners & Wes Clift – Ordnance Survey: Representing one of the UK’s most iconic mapping institutions, Dr Egbe Manners and Wes Clift will dive into the ways OS data is enhancing the country’s emergency response systems. Their joint session promises a deep dive into geospatial resilience planning.

• David Fotheringham – Associate Director, AECOM: “I have a real passion for mobile mapping to support people collect high quality data on site quickly and easily,” says David. He’ll showcase how mobile mapping is becoming standard practice at AECOM, helping staff stay safe, solve common site problems, and work more efficiently.

Geospatial Meets Global Challenges

With the climate crisis, urban congestion, and global electrification on the agenda, GEO Business 2025 is also spotlighting the strategic role of spatial data in solving planet-sized problems.

• Will Robertshaw – Senior Consultant, Ramboll: Will’s focus is on transport electrification and the challenges of sustainable infrastructure. Through data-led strategies, he’s working to de-risk new builds and optimise design — an area of growing importance across Europe.

• Kirsteen Allan – Principal GIS Consultant, Jacobs: Natural asset management sits at the intersection of environment and infrastructure. Kirsteen will explore how GIS is being used to enhance sustainable energy delivery and steward natural capital more effectively.

• Donna Lyndsay – Strategic Market Lead, Ordnance Survey: Biodiversity, land use, and sustainability don’t always sit neatly together. Donna’s talk will delve into how Ordnance Survey’s data-driven approach is helping strike the right balance in land and development policies.

• Stephanie Bricker – Head of Urban Geoscience and Spatial Planning, British Geological Survey: Stephanie is bringing a fresh voice to the hidden data beneath our feet. Her insights into underutilised ground investigation data will challenge attendees to think differently about the value of subsurface geospatial intelligence.

• Innovation from the Ground Up: GEO Business isn’t just about government and global strategies — it’s also where innovators and educators step up to inspire change from the ground level.

• Rami Tamimi – Surveyor, Researcher, and Educator, The Survey School: Rami Tamimi is a voice of digital transformation in surveying. His session will highlight how accessible online education can help close industry skills gaps — a message that resonates across generations of professionals.

• Chris Newlands – CEO & Founder, Space Aye: “The impact and benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) models will be high on everyone’s agenda,” says Chris. His talk will focus on Space Aye’s Large Terrestrial Model (LTM) and how satellite tech is pushing the boundaries of AI across multiple sectors.

• Anna Gomolka – GIS Manager, Westminster City Council: “I’m excited to be back at GEO Business – this time as a speaker!” Anna’s presentation will spotlight Westminster’s collaboration with FM Conway, where live access to ArcGIS Server data is streamlining urban planning and transforming public services.

Why GEO Business 2025 Is One to Watch

According to Annie Reardon-Smith, Event Manager at GEO Business: “GEO Business is a hub for knowledge-sharing, and this year’s lineup is no exception. These speakers bring a wealth of experience and insights that will challenge perspectives and drive the industry forward.”

With more announcements on the way and an exhibition floor buzzing with demos, tech showcases, and networking opportunities, the event is a rare chance to see geospatial’s full potential in action.

A Smart Future Starts Here

Whether you’re a seasoned GIS veteran, a curious policymaker, or a digital disruptor from another field, GEO Business 2025 is shaping up to be the must-attend event on the geospatial calendar.

With cutting-edge insights, cross-sector collaboration, and a speaker list already turning heads, it’s an unmissable opportunity to connect, learn, and lead in the ever-expanding world of spatial intelligence.

Register free now at: GEO Business registration.