Since 1990, GISMO has served the NYC region as a user-oriented forum for sharing GIS news, software tips, data and data processing techniques, training and more. We welcome you to join our community and network with GIS afficionados from NYC agencies, universities, and public and private organizations.

Jack Eichenbaum, Founder and President Emeritus of GISMO

Remembering Jack Eichenbaum

March 8: Memorial for GISMO Founder Jack Eichenbaum

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our esteemed founder and president emeritus, Jack Eichenbaum. [more…]

GISMO GIS Job Fair at Hunter College entrance with Amy Jeu greeting guests

Career Resources

Interested in exploring GIS as a career? Check out our program listings, job board, and mentoring program and other career resources. We are looking for volunteers to help with mentoring and career programs. [more…]

NYC Council chamber

GIS Policy Advocacy

Learn how GISMO makes a difference in legislation and Geospatial policy, especially our most recent win: the introduction of a Chief GIS Officer for NYC. [more…]

News from GISMO

  • March 8: Jack Eichenbaum Memorial at Roosevelt House

    Jack Eichenbaum in Memoriam February 2, 1943 – December 30, 2023 Dear All, It is with profound sadness I write to inform you of the passing of our dearly beloved Jack Eichenbaum, my uncle. He passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023, after suffering from a stroke two days earlier. It brings me comfort knowing…

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  • March 15: Developing a Digital Twin for Climate Adaptation in New York City

    We invite your expert participation in a workshop on Developing a Digital Twin for Climate Adaptation in New York City on Friday, March 15, 2024 at the Verizon Executive Education Center at the Cornell Campus on Roosevelt Island. The workshop is hosted by a coalition of researchers from Cornell University and Cornell Tech, Hunter College (CUNY), the…

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  • GISMO Selected for OGC DP-24 Grant

    We are pleased to announce that the GISMO has been selected by the The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) to receive a grant to develop a pilot project as part of its Climate and Disaster Resilience Program, DP-24. The GISMO team which includes Professor Sean Ahearn of Hunter College, and CEO Ajay Gupta of HSR.health, among…

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