First Word - May 2025

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! Links to resources referenced in this video: 2025 Annual Conference Recap Video (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/geoprofessional-business-association_geoprofessionals-guardiansoftheearth-geoprofessional-activity-7323326252885430272-1eeO?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAJP2xYBjDlXnYNE-rlxi8ThJNHRSpny-jQ) 2025 Annual Recognitions & Awards (https://www.geoprofessional.org/news/celebrating-excellence-gba-honors-2024-2025-award-recipients/) 2025-26 GBA Leadership (https://www.geoprofessional.org/news/gba-announces-2025-26-leadership/) GBA Podcast (https://www.gbapodcast.com/) GeoHeroes Episode with Guest Vic Donald, P.E. (https://www.gbapodcast.com/gh11) GeoHeroes Episode with Guest Laura Register, P.E., F.GBA (https://www.gbapodcast.com/gh12) GBA Podcast Case History #50 (https://www.gbapodcast.com/ch50) GBA Podcast Case History #55 (https://www.gbapodcast.com/ch55) Updated Message to Owners: Managing Geotechnical Risk (https://www.geoprofessional.org/news/spend-a-little-save-a-lot-gbas-guide-for-owners-on-managing-geotechnical-risk/) 2026 GBA Annual Conference Call for Abstracts (https://www.geoprofessional.org/news/announcing-the-2026-annual-conference-theme-and-call-for-abstracts/) GBA Member Benefits (https://www.geoprofessional.org/member-benefits/)