Dr. Lala El Hoummaidi has contributed her geospatial intelligence expertise for more than 12 years in service to the Dubai and Abu Dhabi Government. Currently, she serves as a GIS Unit Lead in the Environment and Protected Areas department within the Government of Alberta. She has also contributed to projects involving spatial data modeling both underground and above ground, utilizing 3D and VR technologies. Beyond her professional life, she’s passionate about sports, transitioning from a professional basketball player to doing crossfit and padel tennis.