10-19, 15:20–16:00 (Pacific/Auckland), Plenary
Interested in discovering how to earn a livelihood through FOSS4G? Join our panel discussion, where we'll explore a spectrum of companies, from small-scale to larger enterprises, that create open-source products, along with their clientele who benefit from them.
Our panelists will provide an insight into running a business or earning a living in the FOSS4G space. This panel will facilitated by Alex Leith. Come to the session armed with your questions.
Alex is an open geospatial technologist with a proven track record in delivering operational data infrastructure. With a global perspective and extensive expertise in software development, cloud infrastructure, and program governance, Alex is a recognized leader in the field of Earth observation. Alex is a founding director of OSGeo Oceania and is the current Chair of the organisation. On the weekends, Alex loves exploring the wilderness with his children and enjoying a great craft beer.