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I’m a GIS Analyst with over four years of experience specializing in cartography, spatial data analysis, and data visualization. I combine technical expertise with creative design to transform complex spatial data into clear, actionable insights. My skills include developing visually compelling maps, conducting detailed spatial analysis, and building interactive web maps using ArcGIS Online. I’ve worked extensively with environmental, archaeological, and real estate data, creating solutions that meet both technical and aesthetic goals. My approach emphasizes clear communication, ensuring clients stay informed throughout the project. Whether you need precise site maps, data-driven insights, or interactive dashboards, I deliver tailored solutions designed to meet your unique needs. Let’s connect to discuss how I can support your project.

As a cartographer, I aim to establish a firm that offers top-of-the-line services in map creation, web development, data engineering, and analysis. My goal is to develop products that enable clients to visualize their needs and make informed decisions. I am committed to honing my attention to detail and dedication to excellence in order to meet your needs for your products that you want developed.

I am a former business owner of a small mapping firm and previous to that Production Manager over a medium size mapping firm. I bring over 25 years of experience in the geospatial industry. BA in Geography 1994 - Eastern Washington University|GISP Many successful projects for Federal, State, County and Local government entities (USDA, USGS, BLM, USFS, States of Michigan, Alabama, Florida, Texas, Washington,... and numerous County Tax Accessors and GIS/Engineer divisions. Predominate experience in ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS, Global Mapper, QCoherent, ENVI, ERDAS, Autodesk,... Tasks include Geodatabase development, cartographic design, LiDAR 3D modeling and analysis, topographic design, orthophotography,... Work with many clients from the real estate industry, renewable energies sector, O&G, land use planning, hydrological studies, environmental and civil engineering and research and development. I love the outdoors and maps n general. Always looking to utilize my artistic talents by creating maps for clients or for myself. Blending topographic, elevation and hydrological maps with a variety of themes is my passion. I have some of my work posted here. I look forward to talking with people who need help or want to learn more about GIS and the geospatial industry.

I have expertise in ESRI software products, such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Story Maps, which enables me to create compelling geographic visualizations and insights. With a Master’s degree in Geography, I have developed websites that highlight my customized ArcGIS applications. My true passion lies in crafting personalized map designs that meet the unique needs of my clients. For me, map-making merges my professional endeavors with my love for creativity, making it both a rewarding career and an enjoyable pastime.

ArcGIS Pro - ArcGIS Online - QGIS - Tableau - PowerBI - Python - SQL - Excel - PowerQuery Geospatial and Data Professional specialized in providing data-driven metrics through spatial intelligence to empower businesses, decision-makers, and teams to make better informed decisions. Process improvement, development lifecycle of projects, task automation, improved communication, and increased collaboration are all results of the work I provide. Feedback from previous clients: "Michael is an excellent professional who is timely, detail oriented and willing to work on a variety of projects. I found his work to be of the highest standard. He is a true expert in his field and I fully recommend him." - GIS Data Analysis for Housing Policy "Mike was super responsive. He is very talented and delivered exactly what was needed, on time and within budget. We were so pleased with his work, we gave him a bonus for being so responsive, easy to work with, exacting, and professional. I would highly recommend him for any land use mapping or GIS work you may need." -Draft Land Use Map Needed "Michael has performed exceptionally well on my GIS projects. His communication skills are excellent, and the deliverables surpassed my expectations. I plan to continue using him on future projects. Highly Recommend!" -GIS Assistance "Michael was very professional, he provided me with an amazing solution so quickly, I’ll always refer to him for such future projects!" -Geo Analysis Slides "Michael is very fast, thorough, and asks questions before doing big things if he’s not sure you want them. He’s very good at suggesting helpful things. He’s very good at finding efficiency in workflows and very honest." -GIS Project Assistant, Demographic & Utilities Analysis "Great communication, speed, and work product! Highly recommend." -Simple GIS Data Manipulation "Responsive, understood brief, delivered a great product" -Create blank map of Australian states "Michael did a great job, was very fast, and responsive!" -Excel Dimensions Conversion