First Word - May 2026

About this episode

GBA Executive Director Joel Carson provides insights on the May 2026 episode of The 1st Word, reflecting on the GBA Annual Conference and upcoming events.

Summary On the first of each month, GBA Executive Director Joel Carson provides an inside look at the latest GBA member resources, events, and news. These short and information-packed videos will make you and your firm smarter, stronger, and more successful! This Episode The May episode of The 1st Word is live—and it’s a great (and quick) watch if you want a clear snapshot of what made GBA’s 2026 Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona so meaningful. GBA Executive Director Joel Carson reflects on the theme Vibrancy, Impact, and Professionalism, the momentum coming out of Board and committee work, and the ideas shared across keynotes, roundtables, and awards—plus what’s ahead for GBA this year. You’ll also hear a look forward to the Fall Leadership Summit in Denver, Colorado and an early invitation to join us in Vancouver, British Columbia in 2027 as we go “all in” for the geoprofessions.

People in this episode

Host: Joel Carson

Topics covered

• GBA member resources
• Annual Conference
• Leadership Summit
• Geoprofessions
• Professionalism
• Impact
• Vibrancy

Keywords

• GBA
• Joel Carson
• Annual Conference
• Leadership Summit
• geoprofessions
• Vibrancy
• Impact
• Professionalism

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: GBA

Places: Phoenix, Arizona, Denver, Colorado, Vancouver, British Columbia

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