Florida Surveying and Mapping Society

70th Annual Conference Exhibitor/Sponsorship Opportunities are Here: https://conta.cc/3QYHc43 Come join us at Naples Grande Beach Resort this July through August: https://lnkd.in/egwdAe6m

This week is National Surveyors Week which runs until March 22 - and on March 21 it’s Global Surveyors Day! Celebrating all things mapping, engineering and surveying, this week we are heroing and championing surveyors across the globe and their work. This year also marks 41 years of celebrating surveyors since the first National Surveyors Week in 1984 after it was created by President Ronald Reagan. How are you celebrating this week? Tell us in the comments below! #NSPS #Surveying #ProfessionalDevelopment #Surveyors #Geomatics

The UF Geomatics Student Association is looking for sponsors to help cover the entry, rental, and participation costs of the upcoming Clay Shoot for the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences Spring Celebration! ?? We’re also seeking interest in inviting UF Geomatics students to join existing teams to network with industry professionals. If you are interested in any of these options, please reach out to us at [email protected]

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Join us for the annual Florida Surveying and Mapping Society Tri-County Meeting! This event promises to be a fantastic time. Secure your spot by registering today. See you there! Thank you to the volunteers working behind the scenes donating time and effort to make this a great event: Earl Soeder, Andrew L. Beckwith, CST I, Todd Bates, PSM, Benjamin Hoyle, Maria Barboza, Eduardo "Eddie" Suarez, Sam Hall, PSM, PLS, Katie Britt. A huge thank you to our sponsors: Duncan-Parnell Inc., DRMP, Caulfield & Wheeler, Inc. (CWI), KCI, LONGITUDE SURVEYORS, Bowman Consulting, GPI Geospatial, Inc., Ritzel-Mason, Zeman Consulting Group, Craven Thompson & Associates, Inc., Avirom & Associates, Inc, M.G.Vera & Associates, WGI, KEITH, FLT Geosystems: A Division of Florida Level & Transit Co. FSMS Palm Beach FSMS Broward FSMS Miami Chapter Florida Surveying and Mapping Society

National Surveyors Week 2025 – Celebrate the Profession! Mark your calendars for National Surveyors Week, March 16-22, 2025! This annual event honors the invaluable contributions of surveyors in shaping our world. Tag a Surveyor and give them a shout-out! National Surveyors Week: ?? Explores Surveying Careers – Folks can learn about the diverse opportunities in this vital profession. ?? Share Experiences – Inspire the next generation by telling your surveying story. ?? Mentor Someone – Guide aspiring surveyors on their career path. ?? Engage with Industry – Invite an engineering firm to speak to your group or class. ?? Host an Event – Organize lunch with a surveyor as a guest speaker. Psst... THEY LOVE FOOD ?? Did you know? President Ronald Reagan officially proclaimed National Surveyors Week on February 13, 1984! ?? Did you know? Should we mention that Global Surveyors Day is March 21 Get resources here https://lnkd.in/eBz6xpb8

The Florida Surveying and Mapping (FSMS) Society Tri-Chapter meeting is March 20, 2025, at Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant, 3700 Lakeside Village Blvd, Lakeland, Fl 33803 Lakeland - Abuelo’s. Dinner will be order off the menu and self-checkout. Our previous venue is under new ownership and not available this year. Join us for the FSMS Tri-Chapter meeting hosted by the Central Florida, Tampa Bay, and Ridge Chapters. Katie Britt, Assistant Director for Geomatics Extension, UF/IFAS will be the Guest Speaker. Katie will provide a follow-up report on her state-wide meetings with the FSMS Chapters. We are using Google Forms for registration. Please use this form for individual registration. We ask for Company and Chapter Affiliation but not required to attend this event. We also encourage you to consider becoming a FSMS member or Sustaining Firm at Join FSMS. Register with this link: https://lnkd.in/eudiSrXS For any questions about this event, feel free to contact the Central Florida Chapter at [email protected] and we will respond as quickly as possible. #FSMS # CFCFSMS #TampaBay #Ridge #UF/IFAS #Networking #Abuelos

“March 6, 2025 - 19 of our Seniors enjoyed a busy and informative day experiencing in-office meetings with nine different organizations/firms in and around Lakeland Florida. The Gator Nation was well-represented by this outstanding, inquisitive group of future professionals. The day began at our Plant City REC Facilities, hosted by Dr. Amr Abd-Elrahman and Ali Gonzalez-Perez P.S.M. Representatives of GeoPoint (one of the largest Surveying and Mapping firms in Florida and run by Gators!) presented their business model, focused on construction and land development. I.F. Rooks a third-generation Photogrammetry firm presented their state-of-the art geospatial systems, focusing on mapping to support FDOT infrastructure. John Clyatt, PSM, a second generation Surveyor, Gator, and founder of 30South LLC moderated a thoughtful discussion on professionalism, community service and relationships. Emphasizing a professional focus of helping others. World renowned marine construction specialists, Measutronics Corporation (Gator Lou Nash) gave tours of their Hydrographic Vessel, their in-development collision avoidance system, and precise pile positioning systems. CivilSurv Design Group, Inc., represented by Gators Kenneth Glass and Tim Morris, PSM presented their business model as a mid-size, regional, multi-disciplinary firm, focusing on Surveying, Engineering, Planning, CEI and SUE services for public infrastructure. CivilSurv generously hosted a Mexican Luncheon and a round-table discussion of the day, so far! The national Surveying and Mapping firm of Pickett and Associates, LLC presented their diverse array of technology and resources in a wide client base, with an emphasis on Electric Transmission Utilities. The day ended with a great discussion of opportunities and advantages in a public-sector career. Our speakers included FDOT District One, Polk County Surveyors and the City of Lakeland Surveyor. The students were impressed with the Industry’s genuine interest in their futures with a remarkable investment of time and enthusiasm. GO GATORS!” - Update provided by John N. "Jack" Breed

On Thursday, March 6, FDOT D1 received a visit from the University of Florida Spring 2025 Geomatics class. We had a great time talking about what the Department of Transportation does on a daily basis, what roles a licensed surveyor can have inside the agency, and our impact on the communities we oversee. #UFGeomatics #FDOTD1 #surveylife #GoGators

Florida Surveying and Mapping Society Ridge Chapter is celebrating its Annual Precision vs. accuracy Axe-throwing tournament. Join us this Friday, March 7, 2025, at Ax-Caliber in Downtown Lakeland. Show off your skills and have a good time. All for the great cause of the Land Surveying profession ???? #surveylife #surveyor #ufgeomatics #fsms #goodtimes Sherry Kirkland, Tim Morris, PSM, Kenneth Glass, EDUARDO ESTREMADOYRO, SIT, Anthony Orlandi Guzmán, John N. "Jack" Breed John Clyatt, PSM Ali Gonzalez-Perez P.S.M. Jeff Ammermann Gregory Anderson, CST,Grant Fichter