Introduction to ArcGIS for Microsoft 365
Luke Finley, Sr. Solution Engineer
ESRI

This session introduces ArcGIS for Microsoft 365 and how it brings location-based insights directly into the tools organizations use every day, including Excel, Teams, and Power BI. Attendees will learn how to map, analyze, and share data without leaving their familiar Microsoft environment, making it easier to collaborate and communicate with stakeholders. The session will highlight practical use cases for state and local government, showing how location can enhance reporting, planning, and decision-making. Whether you’re new to GIS or looking to expand your workflows, this overview will help you get started quickly and effectively.

Introduction to ArcGIS Velocity
Luke Finley, Sr. Solution Engineer
ESRI

This session will provide an overview of ArcGIS Velocity, Esri’s cloud-native real-time and big data analysis capability. It lets organizations ingest, visualize, and analyze data from real-time feeds, such as sensors, assets, and other dynamic data sources. They can also store accumulated data as big data and run fast queries and analytics on the data. Attendees will then see demonstrations of practical solutions that showcase Velocity’s ability to turn real-time data into actionable insights.

Introduction to Workflow Manager
Luke Finley, Sr. Solution Engineer
ESRI

This session will provide an overview of ArcGIS Workflow Manager, an easy-to-use, scalable enterprise GIS workflow management system. It streamlines production processes by automating and simplifying the performance and management of location-enabled work. Attendees will then see a demonstration of a real world workflow to illustrate how tasks, assignments, and status tracking come together in practice.

Modernizing Butler County Public Works
Mark Schmidt, GIS Director
Butler County

Local governments are increasingly expected to provide faster, more efficient, and more transparent services while operating with limited staff and resources. In Butler County Public Works, GIS has become a key component in modernizing operations, improving communication, and streamlining daily workflows.

This presentation will showcase how Butler County GIS partnered with Public Works staff to replace paper-based and disconnected processes with integrated digital workflows powered by Enterprise GIS technology. Attendees will see examples of mobile field applications, digital asset management tools, inspection and maintenance tracking systems, fleet management solutions, and real-time dashboards that improve coordination between office and field personnel.

The session will also demonstrate how GIS supports infrastructure management for bridges, culverts, road maintenance, and county equipment while improving data accessibility, operational efficiency, and long-term recordkeeping. In addition, the presentation will cover lessons learned during implementation, strategies for staff adoption, and practical approaches or developing sustainable workflows that continue to evolve alongside departmental needs.

Tony Spicci, Executive Director
GIS Certification Institute

The GISCI Geospatial Core Technical Knowledge Exam® is a groundbreaking development in the geospatial profession, software-agnostic, based upon a job analysis from a four-year experience level, informed by the GIS&T Body of Knowledge, guided by the Geospatial Technology Competency Model (GTCM), and centered upon the ten key knowledge areas shown elsewhere on these pages. It was developed by GISPs for the GISP Certification.

The GISCI Geospatial Core Technical Knowledge Exam® measures a breadth of geospatial knowledge across the 10 Content Areas specified, not a depth of knowledge in any one area. Come learn how to prepare for the exam and set yourself up to become successful.

The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is a non-profit organization that promotes the advancement of proficient GIS professionals through its international GISP® (Certified GIS Professional) certification program. The Institute fosters rigorous professional and ethical standards, community engagement, and professional mentoring within the GIS industry.

Vibe Coding and ArcGIS - A Winfield GIS Site Demo
Travis Brister, Information Systems Analyst II
City of Winfield

This session shares how the City of Winfield is modernizing its GIS web presence by creating a more connected and user friendly platform for mapping, IT support, staff resources, and system integrations. The project focuses on using GIS as more than a mapping tool by connecting it with internal mapping assets, support services, and everyday staff needs.

Attendees will get a practical look at how the site was planned and built, including site design, ArcGIS Enterprise Portal integration, and automated content synchronization. The session will also highlight how artificial intelligence, chatbots, automation, and AI assisted development are becoming an important part of how the City connects information and simplifies support.

By combining AI, GIS, and IT, the City of Winfield is creating smarter ways for staff to access information, request help, and use mapping resources. Participants will leave with ideas for building a scalable and maintainable GIS platform that supports both end users and administrators while improving efficiency across local government operations.