Des Plaines, IL – [11/10/2026] – The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is pleased to recognize the City of Midland, Texas, as a GISCI Endorsing Employer, demonstrating its commitment to professional standards, continuing education, and advancing its geospatial workforce.
The City of Midland operates an enterprise Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program through its GIS Division within the Information Technology Services Department. The Division provides geospatial data, applications, analysis, and location-based decision support across a broad range of municipal operations, including infrastructure and utilities, planning and development, public safety, asset management, emergency response, and community engagement.
As the City modernizes its geospatial capabilities, the GIS Division is advancing its use of spatial intelligence, data integration, automation, and emerging technologies while investing in the professional development of its workforce.
“The City of Midland is proud to be recognized as a GISCI Endorsing Employer. This designation reflects our commitment not only to advancing GIS as an enterprise capability, but also to investing in the professional growth, continuing education, and development of the people behind that work. Maintaining strong professional standards helps ensure that our geospatial program continues to provide trusted information and meaningful value to the organization and the community we serve,” said Gorgees Eskander, Chief Information Officer for the City of Midland.
The GISCI Endorsing Employer designation recognizes organizations that actively support the professional development of their geospatial employees and encourages the pursuit of professional credentials, including the GIS Professional (GISP) certification. The program promotes professional standards, continuing education, ethical practice, and recognition of the knowledge and expertise required of today’s geospatial professionals.
The City of Midland’s commitment reflects the growing recognition that successful enterprise GIS programs depend not only on technology and data, but also on the knowledge, skills, and professional capabilities of the people who support them.
“Organizations like the City of Midland understand that investing in geospatial professionals is an investment in the quality and value of the services they provide,” said GISCI Executive Director Tony Spicci. “We are pleased to welcome the City of Midland to the GISCI Endorsing Employer community and appreciate its commitment to advancing the geospatial profession.”
To learn more about the City of Midland and its GIS program, visit www.midlandtexas.gov or explore its GIS and Mapping resources.
To learn more about the GISCI Endorsing Employer program and the GISP certification, visit www.gisci.org.
About the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI)
The GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the geospatial profession through professional certification. Established in 2002, GISCI administers the Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification, recognizing individuals who demonstrate professional experience, knowledge, and commitment to ethical practice. Through its certification programs and professional initiatives, GISCI works to strengthen the geospatial profession and promote excellence in the application of geospatial technology.
For press inquiries, contact:
Tony Spicci, GISP CGMP
Executive Director – GIS Certification Institute
847.824.7768 [email protected]
