Geospatial Professional Network (GPN) GIS Leadership Academy (virtual)
Five Days of Targeted GIS Leadership Training…Taught by GIS Leaders
Elevate your career with world-class training, an exceptional setting, and a powerful professional network. Don’t wait—position yourself and your organization for meaningful impact and success.
GPN’s popular five-day immersive leadership and management training program empowers participants with crucial non‑technical skills, including strategic planning, resource allocation, team building, change management, and ROI-driven thinking, bridging the critical gap between geospatial expertise and effective leadership.
In 2026, the GLA will be presented:
- In Boise, Idaho June 1-5, 2026
- Hosted virtually August 10-14, 2026
- In Nashville, Tennessee December 7-11, 2026
We are pleased to introduce the Advanced GIS Leadership Academy (AGLA) designed for those who have attended the GLA and are ready for more. Click here for details.
For information on all of the trainings including in person and virtual, visit: GIS Leadership Academy
GLA Registration – for virtual program (August 10-14, 2026)
The virtual GIS Leadership Academy includes interactive exercises, small-group discussions, team-building activities, and opportunities to delve into topics in a way you cannot do at a large conference. Participation is intentionally limited in order to encourage such interaction. Register soon to reserve your spot. The program will be presented via Zoom. (Note that there are two opportunities to attend the GLA in-person in 2026. The in-person program offers a different experience than the virtual event, with much more discussion and network-building.)
Significant discounts are offered to GPN members. Team registration is not an option for the virtual GLA. Early bird discounts are also not in effect for this program.
Overview of the Schedule According to Time Zone (periodic 5-10 minute breaks are also included (of course, take breaks when needed):
Monday through Thursday:
- 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Eastern (lunch break 2-3 PM)
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Central (lunch break 1-2 PM)
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Mountain (lunch break 12-1 PM)
- 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Pacific Time (lunch break 11-12 PM
On Friday, August 14 we will wrap up by 2 PM Eastern/1 PM Central/12 Noon Mountain/11 AM Pacific. Please note the Event Code of Conduct guidelines.
Cancellation & Refund Policy: All cancellations must be received in writing (via e-mail) at GPN Headquarters on or before July 1 in order to receive a refund, less a $100.00 processing fee. After that dates, cancelled registrations will not be refunded nor applied to future conferences.