Why Mission-Driven Cultures Inspire Lifelong Careers

Chris Rice is a Senior Account Manager on Esri's Southeast State and Local Government team, supporting the Atlanta region. After eight years working for an Esri partner in roles ranging from GIS Analyst to GIS Director, Chris brings extensive knowledge in GIS software, project management, business development, and local government to the team. He has a passion for, and believes it's essential to, impart knowledge of spatial science to as many people as possible. After all, everything happens somewhere!

Lisa has spent 12 years on Esri’s ArcGIS Living Atlas team, where she develops authoritative datasets, tutorials, and tools that help GIS professionals solve spatial challenges worldwide. She specializes in automation workflows that streamline the integration of geospatial data into the Living Atlas, enabling broader access to high-quality, trusted content. Lisa is passionate about empowering the GIS community through evangelism, education, and intuitive GIS resources. Beyond her work at Esri, she applies GIS in competitive auto racing, using spatial analysis to evaluate performance and make real-time strategic decisions.

Laura Krenek is the Head of Brand Marketing at Esri, the global leader in mapping and analytics, where she has spent the past decade building campaigns and stories that create lasting brand equity. With 18+ years in marketing and campaigns spanning 100+ countries, she has made a career out of championing purpose-driven brands. A scuba diver, yoga teacher, and mom, Laura brings the same values to work that she brings to every part of her life: creativity, curiosity, and connection. She is deeply passionate about helping others discover that the most meaningful work and the most meaningful life are one and the same.