Speakers From Across the Globe
Speakers at this year’s event are carefully chosen specialists in the topics of Earth observation and its various intersections. The line-up includes world-class leaders Rebecca Moore, Director at Google Earth; Prof. Gilberto Camara, Secretariat Director at GEO; and Mmboneni Muofhe, Deputy Director General: Technology Innovation @ Department of Science and Innovation and Co-chair of the GEO Executive Committee; Andiswa Mlisa, Managing Director of Earth Observation Directorate at the South African National Space Agency (SANSA).
Agenda
The virtual GEO Week 2020 Industry Track is packed with experts in the Earth observation industry. Hear specialists speak on Earth observation data and technologies in sustainability, agriculture, diversity and more.
09:00 | Opening and welcome by Kamal Ramsingh, Chairperson of ZASpace |
09:10 | Introduction to GEO by Prof. Gilberto Camara, Secretariat Director of GEO |
09:25 | Keynote address by Mmboneni Muofhe, Deputy Director General: Technology Innovation @ Department of Science and Innovation and Co-chair of the GEO Executive Committee |
10:00 – Session 1 | Stream 1: Expert Talk – The critical role of EO in Agriculture – opportunities, restrictions and priorities Stream 2: Company Profiling – 3 Companies from across the globe will have the opportunity to showcase how they are innovating in the EO space Please note streams are running simultaneously |
10:50 – Session 2 | Stream 1: Expert Talk – Promoting skills, capabilities and gender diversity in EO and geospatial Stream 2: Panel Discussion – Increasing collaboration and synergies between public and private sectors for improved EO products and services Stream 3: Ideation – Leveraging EO to promote sustainable marine activity and the blue economy Please note streams are running simultaneously |
11:45 | Wrap-up by Kamal Ramsingh, Chairperson of ZASpace |
12:00 – 13:00 | Networking and Exhibition |
14:00 | Opening and welcome by Kamal Ramsingh, Chairperson of ZASpace |
14:10 | Introduction to SANSA by Andiswa Mlisa, Managing Director of Earth Observation SANSA |
14:20 | Keynote address by Rebecca Moore, Director at Google Earth |
14:45 – Session 1 | Stream 1: Expert Talk – Water resource management: Monitoring and Sustaining Stream 2: Company Profiling – 3 Companies from across the globe will have the opportunity to showcase how they are innovating in the EO space Please note streams are running simultaneously |
15:30 | Networking and Exhibition |
16:10 – Session 2 | Stream 1: Expert Talk – Deforestation: implications and actions from the private sector Stream 2: Panel Discussion – Reimagining Sustainable Cities and Communities by leveraging EO in the future of work, retail, and other sectors Stream 3: Ideation – Improving resilience to climate change through Space Technology Please note streams are running simultaneously |
17:05 | Space-Tech Challenge |
17:50 | Wrap-up by Kamal Ramsingh, Chairperson of ZASpace |
Exhibitors
With GEO Week 2020 Industry Track going virtual, we are able to offer companies a unique opportunity to be a part of this global online event. By exhibiting in our virtual exhibition hall, exhibitors will enjoy exclusive listing spaces and a suite of engaging streams including visuals, video, and one-on-one chats.
Exhibitors will have the option to choose from 4 exhibition tiers:
Platinum
Gold
Silver
Bronze
Space-Tech Challenge
The 2020 Space-Tech Innovation Challenge was started to
drive Africa’s geospatial readiness through local talent
With immense potential for geospatial technologies in everything from agriculture and sustainability to insurance and retail, the Space-Tech Innovation Challenge celebrates innovators, entrepreneurs, and businesses with a taste for cutting edge tech and global development.
Stand a chance to present your business at the virtual GEO Week 2020 Industry Track
Company Profiling
The Industry Track is offering 6 SMMEs a unique opportunity to showcase their successes in the Earth observation domain. This will take the form of a 10-minute presentation followed by 5-minute audience interaction.