Michaela is a GISCI certified GIS consultant leading the GIES global mapping initiative. She holds an MS of Environmental Engineering from SMU, an MS of Geology from TCU, and a BS of Geology from Baylor. Michaela’s research background focuses on spatiotemporal soil and water quality modelling. Her consulting practice centers on geospatial initiatives aimed at promoting efficient access to relevant information and analytics as they fight poverty, inequality, and climate change. She is currently a GIS analyst with Datapoint Surveying & Mapping, a professional engineering and land surveying firm.