Why Become a WGIC Member

Amplify your influence, foster strategic collaborations and pave the path towards a sustainable future

Why Become a WGIC Member? 

When you sign up as a WGIC member, you become part of a dynamic network of commercial geospatial entities representing the entire value chain of geospatial and earth observation technologies. Here’s why you should consider becoming a member: 

Knowledge Creation and Exchange

Access to a collaborative platform where member representatives partake in various committees, driving knowledge creation and exchange on ideas of great relevance to advance the geospatial industry. 

Enjoy access to new business opportunities within and beyond the geospatial industry, as WGIC fosters an environment conducive to collaboration through joint ventures, strategic alliances, technology partnerships, and business development.

Be part of a collective voice advocating for the interests of the geospatial industry. WGIC actively represents its members in discussions with policymakers, government bodies, academia, and multilateral stakeholders for forward-looking policies. 

Benefit from amplified visibility within WGIC membership, partner network, and the broader geospatial ecosystem through WGIC’s diverse content opportunities, such as video podcasts, blogs, and case studies, across various communication channels, including social media, website, newsletter and CRM. 

Enhance your visibility with WGIC’s outreach efforts. Annually, WGIC participates in over 50 events worldwide – geospatial, partner, and stakeholder events – engaging with diverse audiences on a number of themes. Expand your market reach by participating in thought-provoking sessions, panel discussions, roundtables and side-events along with WGIC members.   

Access a diverse community of over 50 industry-leading companies spanning 20 countries through WGIC. Network with global visionaries, senior executives, and geospatial professionals on the sidelines of major industry events through WGIC-organized side events, receptions, member corners, and exhibition booths. Engage with the WGIC Board and participate in annual general meetings. Join the WGIC Horizons conference, to build and strengthen professional connections and explore new business opportunities. 

Participate in various committees, quarterly meetings, and outreach events to contribute your expertise, share insights on technology and business trends and policy directions, and co-create the future of the geospatial industry. 

Stand a chance to gain global recognition for your diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives through the coveted annual WGIC Trailblazer Awards. 

Membership Categories

Patron Member

Companies with annual revenue exceeding USD 100 million are eligible to become patron members. A patron member organization is invited to appoint one senior executive to the Patron Board and one executive to the WGIC Board. Patron Board provides the vision and mentorship to guide the overall direction of WGIC. WGIC Board is involved in shaping the business of WGIC and meets three times a year. The WGIC Board has voting rights, can nominate committee chairs, and appoint representatives to various committees, along with eligibility for officer positions. 

Companies with annual revenue between USD 10 million and USD 50 million are eligible for corporate membership. These companies have a 2:1 seat ratio on the WGIC Board, meaning that for every two members, there is one seat on the Board. WGIC Board provides strategic oversight, shapes the annual goals, and reviews the implemented initiatives, driving continuous improvement of the industry body. Corporate members can appoint representatives to various committees. 

Associate Members are companies with less than USD 10 million in annual revenue. These members have a 10:1 seat ratio on the WGIC Board, meaning that for every ten members, there is one board seat. The WGIC Board convenes in-person three times annually, providing associate members with direct engagement opportunities to discuss WGIC’s agenda, vote on pending resolutions, and actively contribute to the organization’s strategic decisions and initiatives. Associate members can appoint representatives to WGIC committees.

MEMBER ORGANIZATION
0 +
COUNTRIES
0 +
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
0 +
ANNUAL EVENTS PARTICIPATION
0 +

WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Join WGIC today to amplify your influence, foster strategic collaborations, drive innovation, promote business growth, and make a lasting impact on the world. 

Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.
Name
WGIC HORIZON NEWSLETTER

Signup for Industry Updates

Join the Global Fraternity of Geospatial Leaders