Catherine DuBreck, GISP, is an experienced change designer, facilitator, manager, and guru. She has a passion for GIS and it’s more people-y side as a board member, teacher, volunteer, author, and consultant. Catherine is especially devoted to connecting with young people through teaching, presenting at conferences, and sharing her story. As a change manager for Locana, Catherine helps clients navigate their business needs as they modernize and update systems andprocesses. Catherine also volunteers her skills and apabilities as a member of the Board of Directors of the New York State GIS Association. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography from SUNY Geneseo, a Masters Degree in Geography from Western University, and an array of certificates and microcredentials. Catherine is also one of the Rising Stars to Watch, 2024.