Clark University

The University of Texas at Austin

Geospatial Researcher, USDA

LiveEO

Sales and Solution Engineer

Here, I built and delivered presentations that demonstrate Planet’s satellite imagery, derived insights, web applications, and integration capabilities to diverse audiences in private business, government organizations, and NGOs. I also led trials, value engineering workshops, and recommended solution architecture to address customer challenges, goals, and leadership vision. I also traveled to conferences and customer sites nationally and abroad to lead workshops and collaborate in deal negotiations while keeping customer success a priority.

Planet

Presales Engineer

I worked closely with Federal clients to develop crop-type classification models using AI/javascript in Google Earth Engine and develop workflows, training manuals, wireframes, design standards, and templates for my team and clients with ArcGISPro, Microsoft, and Adobe Creative Suite softwares. I also produced custom executive maps and data visualizations presented to high-level government officials and the public.

USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)

Senior Geospatial Analyst + Production Mapping Lead

Skills: Quantitative Data · Presentations · Visual Storytelling · Quantitative Research · Literature Reviews · Machine Learning · Land Use · Technology Trends

Geospatial Analyst

I interviewed experts, collected/analyzed data, developed drafts, and managed source contacts and contracts to create award-winning map/graphics content for National Geographic Magazine and Atlases. I also researched, coordinated, and led graphic story brainstorm sessions/pitch meetings with executive editors.

National Geographic Partners

Research Editor/Data Reporter, Maps and Graphics - National Geographic Magazine and Maps

I conducted data analyses and evaluated service delivery for local non-profit clients. Interviewed and collected data from client organizations, researched best practices for data-driven practice model for civic improvement and led design-thinking workshops with high-level practitioners to inform data-driven practice model growth strategy.

bcWORKSHOP

Analytics Consultant

I co-led team in conservation research project using machine learning and statistical techniques on Landsat and MODIS NDVI data to classify land cover and identify regional environmental trends for Amboseli National Park in Kenya. Presented results at scientific meetings (DEVELOP-NASA, AGU, NESTVAL).

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Project Co-Lead, DEVELOP Research Intern, Geospatial Researcher

I led advanced GIS analysis labs, evaluated papers and projects, held regular well-attended office hours.

Teaching Assistant, Advanced Vector Analysis and GIS Analysis for Planning graduate level courses. 

I provided ad hoc tutoring services for undergraduate and graduate students on GIS/remote sensing academic projects.

Remote sensing/GIS Tutor

Digitized GIS village community assets in Sierra Leone using satellite imagery and community designed maps for service delivery and expansion purposes, trained undergraduate students in ground truth assessment to validate GIS assets.

Seven Hills Foundation

GIS Consultant, Seven Hills Global Outreach

I catalogued new acquisitions, responded to research inquiries and trained undergraduate intern. Researched historical cartographic and remote sensing material for archival and guest inquiry purposes.

Guy Burnham Map and Aerial Photography Library Graduate Assistant

Collected student, teacher, and family survey data from teams across state and tracked student performance (ages ~11-15) evaluation data to inform program strategy. 

Led student groups in volunteer-led apprenticeships and original educational programming.

Ryan Taylor Williams