Unlocking Interoperability The Power of Open Geospatial Standards with Christy Monaco
In this episode of Mapping the Conversations, host Dr. Valrie Grant welcomes Christy Monaco, Chief Operating Officer of the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC). With over 30 years of experience spanning the U.S. intelligence and geospatial community, Christy shares her journey from federal service to leading global geospatial standards for interoperability.
Together, they explore how open geospatial standards are helping to tackle global challenges—from climate resilience to disaster response—and what’s next for OGC as it deepens engagement with underrepresented regions.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
- Christy’s inspiring career path from naval intelligence to COO of OGC
- Why open geospatial standards matter—and how they’re developed
- The power of collaboration in solving big challenges like climate change and smart cities
- What’s planned for the upcoming OGC Member Meeting in Mérida, Mexico
- New pathways for participation in the OGC
Key Quote:
“Let’s approach everything we do with an eye towardmaintaining trust in the information we produce. That’s how we safeguard the integrity of our field.”
Upcoming Event:
OGC 132nd Member Meeting & Innovation Summit
Mérida, Mexico | June 9–12, 2025
Theme: From Sea to Space – Join global experts in shaping the future of geospatial innovation.
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