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MAGIP Board ElectionsMAGIP elections are held annually in the spring. The primary purpose for elections is to elect incoming members of the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors may bring additional initiatives (e.g. revisions to the MAGIP Bylaws or Constitution) to the membership for a vote during annual elections. Annually, Nominations open for Board Positions in April so that Elections can be finalized prior to the June Board of Directors Annual meeting. You must be a member of MAGIP to vote in the elections. Please visit the MAGIP Membership page if you would like to join. 2025 MAGIP ElectionsElection Schedule | Open Positions | View Nominees Election Results
Congratulations to our new MAGIP Board Members! New Board Members will officially take office on May 27. The Election was held April 28 - May 12, 2025. If your MAGIP membership is up to date, you should have received your e-mail ballot on April 28, 2025. The ballot was sent using Wild Apricot (the email may appear to be sent from admin@magip.org) and is unique to each MAGIP Member. ELECTION Schedule
Open Board PositionsPresident - Elected to two (2) year term (President, Past President): This is a special election since the MAGIP Board appointed a Vice President to the Vacant Position following the 2024 Election.
Vice President - Elected to three (3) year term (Vice President, President, Past President)
Treasurer - Elected to two (2) year term
Secretary - Elected to two (2) year term
Technical Committee Chair - Elected to two (2) year term
Scholarships & Grants Committee Chair - Elected to two (2) year term
Note: All Elected Members of the Board must be MAGIP members in good standing for their entire period of membership. Meetings of the Board shall be held at times and places specified by the Board, but there should be no less than four (4) board meetings per year. Board members must attend at least one (1) board meeting in person. Presently, the Board meets in person quarterly from 10am -2pm. Additionally, they hold one (1) hour check in meetings during months when they do not meet in person. Currently, these occur on the third Tuesday of each month from 2-3pm. View position descriptions in the MAGIP Board and Committee Chair Responsibilities Document (PDF) and Board Terms in the MAGIP Board Organization Chart (PDF). For more information visit the MAGIP Board Meeting page. Constitution & Bylaw Amendments to be Voted on by the MembershipNone at this time
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Nick Lewis moved to Montana in 2016 to pursue a GIS-focused degree at MSU. After graduating in 2020, he has been lucky enough to explore a career path that has continued developing his skills in GIS and Land Surveying. As an early career professional, he is eager to contribute to MAGIP and support the growth of spatial knowledge, awareness, and community across Montana.
Lauren Wilcox is a GIS Analyst with over seven years of experience in both public and private sectors. She currently works for the City of Bozeman, where she supports spatial analysis, system integration, and map creation to help departments make data-driven decisions. Lauren earned her degree in GIS and Planning from Montana State University and has held GIS roles at MSU, Gallatin County, and Wildfire Defense Systems. Her work has included everything from emergency response mapping to 911 data management and enterprise GIS support. She’s known for her organized, adaptable approach and passion for clean data, clear maps, and practical solutions.
Dave Rea has worked as a GIS Analyst in both Alaska and Montana over the past seven years. My experience with Esri's tools and other GIS solutions has given me a strong foundation in digital mapping, spatial data processing, and solving complex real-time challenges.
Dr. Robert Ahl has degrees in Biology, Environmental Science, Forestry, and is affiliate faculty in the University of Montana Department of Geography. He works as Geospatial Systems Specialist for the USDA Forest in Missoula, MT, for a National Land Status team.