The five-day professional development program, the only leadership training of its type, is tailored to those faced with the unique challenges of GIS leadership and management and who want to make an impact leveraging the power of GIS. The ULA is suited to all experience levels and work situations, from government and nonprofit to the private sector and academia.
Attendance is limited to facilitate networking and discussion. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis… so don’t delay. (Note that team, GISP and member discounts are available.)
ULA graduates have overwhelmingly offered their support for the program and encourage your participation:
"I felt that the ULA truly authenticated the change in mentality from being a general worker to a true geospatial professional, or leader. It really boosted a change in attitude for me."
– Craig Barraclough, GISP, Park County (CO) GIS (ULA 2008 – Chicago, Illinois)
"For me, the URISA Leadership Academy (ULA) really brought to the forefront the need for, and importance of, a champion for geospatial technologies in almost any organization. The experienced instructors really demonstrated how to be that champion, with the steps for success, and the pitfalls along the way. From the excellent team-building exercises, to the “elevator” speeches, the ULA showed that the only place in line for geospatial professionals is the front." – Jamie Leitch, GISP, City of Welland, Ontario (ULA 2012 – Savannah, Georgia)
"The ULA provided a rare moment to bring some of the top leaders in the GIS field together to extend their experience with folks that truly believe in GIS and want to make a difference locally, regionally and maybe nationally in the future. The broad knowledge base allowed the ULA to touch on every skill that is needed to make us leaders in our respective communities." – Chris Cantrell, GIS Coordinator, Midland County, Michigan (ULA 2009 – Seattle, Washington)
“I would highly recommend the ULA event; it helped to broaden my organizational awareness and perspective regarding leadership roles within a GIS context… After almost a year I still find myself referencing the material and my course notes. The ULA team-based exercises allowed participants to learn from each other, to analyze their own issues and challenges, and to thoroughly explore leadership strategies throughout the five day event.” – Laura Holmes B.Sc., GISP, GIS Lead – Associate, TERA Environmental Consultants, Calgary, Alberta (ULA 2012 – Savannah, Georgia)
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From Wikipedia: Leadership has been described as “a process of social influence in which one person can enlist the aid and support of others in the accomplishment of a common task".
Come to the ULA to Develop Strong GIS Leadership Skills – Learn key GIS leadership and management techniques; discuss successful team development, organizational capacity building, program investment and justification; learn strategies for addressing GIS politics, change management, situation assessment, and problem solving. Courses are taught by proven leaders in the profession (all are GISPs and accomplished in the field).
ULA Location: The URISA Leadership Academy will take place at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio, ideally located overlooking the historic Alamo and on the Riverwalk, connecting two of San Antonio’s top destinations. Don’t miss your opportunity to secure discounted hotel room rates at the Hyatt, offering ULA attendees $137 single/double rates. The rate includes in-room Internet access. This rate will be offered only until April 22, 2013.
Sponsor the ULA: To demonstrate your company’s support for this important GIS leadership program, consider sponsoring the event (very affordable options are available. Click here for sponsorship opportunities.
For complete ULA details and registration, visit www.urisa.org/ula.
