Ohio Valley GPN

The Ohio Valley Geospatial Professional Network (GPN) is the officially recognized regional chapter of the Geospatial Professional Network, serving geospatial professionals across Ohio, West Virginia, and Western Pennsylvania.

We bring together professionals from government, academia, private industry, and nonprofit organizations who use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related technologies to better understand places, inform decisions, and improve communities.

Our Mission

The Ohio Valley Geospatial Professional Network (GPN) is the officially recognized regional chapter of the Geospatial Professional Network, serving geospatial professionals across Ohio, West Virginia, and Western Pennsylvania.

We bring together professionals from government, academia, private industry, and nonprofit organizations who use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related technologies to better understand places, inform decisions, and improve communities.

Our Region

The Ohio Valley GPN serves members throughout Ohio, West Virginia, and Western Pennsylvania, connecting professionals across urban, suburban, and rural communities with shared regional challenges and opportunities.

What We Do

The Ohio Valley GPN provides opportunities for learning, networking, and leadership, including:

  • Professional meetings, workshops, and webinars

  • Regional conferences and collaborative events

  • Continuing education and professional development

  • Student and early-career engagement

  • Recognition of professional achievement and service

  • A platform for sharing projects, research, and best practices

Many of our activities support professional credentialing, including earning GISCI points toward GISP certification.