The vision of the American Geographical Society (www.americangeo.org) is "To be the foremost champion of geography for the benefit of society". It is recognized world-wide as a pioneer in geographical research and education in Geography for over 170 years. The mission of AGS is to advance geographic knowledge and the recognition of its importance in the contemporary world. AGS promotes the use of geography in business, government, science, and education with a goal to enhance the nation’s geographic literacy so as to engender sound public policy, national security, and human well-being worldwide. AGS is the only organization focused on bringing together academics, business people, those who influence public policy (including leaders in local, state and federal government, not-for-profit organizations and the media), and the general public for the express purpose of furthering the understanding of the role of geography in our lives. AGS provides leadership to frame the national discussion of the growing importance of geography and geo-spatial tools. Become a member today to help with geographical educational outreach programs, join and sponsor the Geography 2050 symposium (www.Geography2050.org), a multi-year strategic dialog on the vital trends that will reshape the geography of our nation and our planet, each year during Geography Awareness Week in NYC at Columbia University.

EAUA programs drive sustainable development in Ukraine by delivering construction technology training through strategic alliances with top US tech firms, equipment manufacturers, industry associations, and universities, alongside premier Ukrainian educational institutions.We are committed to creating inclusive opportunities for women, IDPs, returning refugees, and veterans, equipping them with essential skills and resources to excel in the construction industry.

With a current shortage of over 1 million construction workers in the US alone, as well as large shortages in surveying, agriculture and transportation workers across the U.S. and globally, the demand for upskilling and growing a larger and more diverse workforce in Trimble’s core industries has never been greater. In his new role, Ian will be responsible for delivering Trimble technologies and related education programs (e.g., Trimble Technology Labs) to key industry trade and technical organizations ‒ including labor unions, trade schools, two-year colleges and workforce training centers ‒ with a goal of driving workforce growth, career development, and the sales and adoption of Trimble solutions by current and future workers in construction, agriculture, surveying and transportation industries. Ian brings extensive construction industry expertise and is a long time advocate for the integration of technologies in the field and educational programs for improving efficiency, safety, quality, equity and sustainability. Since joining Trimble in 2013, he has focused on emerging technologies and implementations across educational institutions, key accounts, labor unions and funded research. Prior to Trimble, Ian worked with JE Dunn Construction for over 11 years, where he held roles as a project manager, concrete foreman, superintendent, and VDC manager. He completed the Carpenters Union Apprenticeship program to become a Journeyman Carpenter during his Superintendent Training program with JE Dunn and has been advocating for the trade training programs ever since. Ian received a BA in Architectural Studies, BS in Business Administration, and MA in Architectural Management with an emphasis in Design-Build Construction Management from the University of Kansas while working in the trades and construction.