The GEO Empower scholarship program is cornerstone to bridging workforce gap
Salt Lake City, UT — August 25, 2026 — Organizers of Geo Week announced that the application period is now open for the GEO Empower Event Scholarship, an initiative dedicated to empowering university students passionate about utilizing geospatial, surveying, mapping, and 3D technology for social and environmental good.
Now in its third year, recipients will receive a full conference pass to Geo Week, complimentary hotel accommodation, a travel stipend, and onsite mentorship opportunities.
“The GEO Empower Scholarship has connected us with some of the most talented and passionate students in the geospatial field, and we are proud to grow this program as part of our workforce development initiatives,” said Lora Burns, Senior Marketing Manager at Geo Week. “Demand for geospatial talent is growing faster than qualified graduates entering the field and this scholarship is one of the most direct ways we can invest in closing that gap. Students who attend Geo Week are exposed to one of the largest and most impactful geospatial conferences in the world, and we need the next generation to physically be there in-person to connect with opportunities, ideas, and hands-on product demos that will define their careers.”
Expanding the Initiative: The Geo Week Workforce Development Committee and Sponsorship Program
The GEO Empower Scholarship is now a cornerstone of Geo Week’s broader Workforce Development Initiatives, launching to formally address the geospatial talent pipeline gap. Central to this initiative will be the Geo Week Workforce Development Committee, a volunteer advisory body of geospatial professionals, educators, and advocates who help shape how the industry engages with students and emerging talent. Committee members will guide content, career development opportunities, and student outreach efforts. Industry organizations can deepen their commitment to workforce development through tiered Workforce Development Sponsorships, directly sustaining and expanding the GEO Empower Scholarship.
Eligibility and How To Apply
Geo Week is seeking application submissions from students currently enrolled at a university in the United States who are passionate about applying geospatial technology toward positive social and environmental impacts. Selected recipients will attend Geo Week, February 23–25, 2027 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, with all major costs covered, and will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, attend sessions, and be recognized at a scholarship presentation onsite. For full eligibility requirements and application details, visit the GEO Empower Event Scholarship page. Applications are due October 30. Geo Week takes place February 23–25, 2027, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Learn more at www.geo-week.com.
About Geo Week
Geo Week brings together geospatial and mapping professionals to explore how data, maps, and advanced technologies can deepen our understanding of the world and inform solutions for complex challenges. Geo Week’s conference program and tradeshow floor provide expert insights, real-world case studies, cutting-edge tools, and unmatched peer-to-peer networking. For more information, visit www.geo-week.com.
Geo Week is produced by Geo Week News and is part of Diversified’s technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV Expo, Commercial UAV News, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK).
For more information about exhibiting at Geo Week, visit the Exhibitor Information page. For information on attending, visit the Attendee Inquiry page.
Questions?
Lora Burns
Geo Week Senior Marketing Manager
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