Harnessing Geospatial Intelligence for Caribbean Development with Simone M. Lloyd

In this episode of Mapping the Conversations, Valrie Grant sits down with Simone Michelle Lloyd, a key figure in the geospatial world in Jamaica and the Caribbean. Simone shares her inspiring journey, talks about GIS in the Caribbean, the challenges, the opportunities, and her vision for the future of geospatial in the region. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in geospatial sciences, leadership, and regional development. Simone M. Lloyd is a certified geospatial professional, project manager, educator, and trainer. She has significantly contributed to the development of Jamaica's geospatial landscape and to various regional and international geospatial initiatives. She serves as the Senior GIS Manager and Trainer within the National Spatial Data Management Branch of Jamaica's Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation where her responsibilities include managing the operations of the GIS Training Education and Public Awareness Unit and coordinating numerous national geospatial projects as well as contributing to policies. She also represents Jamaica in various international geospatial bodies, including the UN-GGIM and the International Federation of Surveyors. In this episode you will gain exclusive insights from a leading geospatial specialist in the Caribbean, better understand the importance of geospatial technologies in regional development and discover how you can contribute to the growing field of geospatial sciences. Check the CARIGEO portal https://www.caribbeangeoportal.com/ For the recording SIDS Side Event Simone mentioned: https://www.cepal.org/es/eventos/inteligencia-ubicacion-la-panacea-desarrollo-acelerado-peid-evento-paralelo-carigeo Connect with Us: Simone Michelle Lloyd: (2) SIMONE MICHELLE LLOYD, GISP, MSc, PG Dips GINF, GIS, ED | LinkedIn Valrie Grant: (2) Valrie Grant, MSc, GISP, MBA, GCB.D | LinkedIn Mapping the Conversations Podcast: Mapping The Conversation | GIM International (gim-international.com) Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Mapping the Conversations. We hope you found Simone’s insights as inspiring and informative as we did. Stay tuned for more episodes featuring leaders and innovators in the field of geospatial sciences.