Northeast Ohio GIS Symposium Success in Focus on Geo Workforce

Title: Global Conflict and Emerging Technologies: Lessons from the Russia-Ukraine War

Dr. Shawana P. Johnson, GISP will present a powerful and timely presentation exploring how recent world events — particularly the Russia-Ukraine war — have reshaped the landscape of Artificial Intelligence, strategic communications, and geospatial technologies.

Drawing from real-world case studies, Dr. Johnson will uncover how these technologies have been deployed in modern warfare, the surprising gaps they revealed, and the urgent lessons global leaders, technologists, and analysts must apply going forward.

From AI-driven intelligence to satellite-based surveillance and the role of open-source data in shaping global narratives, this session offers a forward-looking perspective for anyone involved in defense, technology, or strategic decision-making.

Don’t miss this critical discussion on the intersection of conflict and innovation