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Kaya Brown

GIS Consultant
Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Strategic and technically adept GIS professional with years of experience delivering geospatial solutions for broadband infrastructure, policy implementation, and enterprise data systems. Proven ability to lead complex GIS initiatives using the full Esri suite—translating technical insight into actionable outcomes for public and private stakeholders. Brings a unique, interdisciplinary approach to consulting that blends analytical precision with artistic intuition, grounded in a deep appreciation for authenticity, design, and meaningful collaboration. Equally comfortable in front-end storytelling and back-end data architecture, with a passion for using spatial thinking to solve real-world problems.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

GIS CONSULTANT

Tilson Technology Management
04.2023 - Current
  • Led GIS initiatives for broadband infrastructure projects in West Virginia and Puerto Rico, including the development of proprietary geographic bidding areas using ESRI products.
  • Designed and implemented enterprise GIS solutions leveraging ArcGIS Enterprise, Experience Builder, and FME to standardize FCC data processing and automate workflows, enhancing data accuracy and efficiency.
  • Managed comprehensive GIS data review processes for BEAD program applications, creating working data in ESRI enterprise databases, progress trackers, and standard parameters to ensure data integrity across multiple reviewers.
  • Developed and delivered technical presentations and training to clients and stakeholders, including live demonstrations of web applications for internet service providers, facilitating understanding of mapping requirements and data submission processes.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with financial analysts and broadband consultants to design GIS data intake and review processes for BEAD Full Application rounds, integrating over 100 applications into standardized enterprise database formats.
  • Provided mentorship and training to team members in the use of QGIS and ArcGIS Pro, fostering skill development and ensuring consistency in GIS methodologies across projects.

GIS / LIGHTING SPECIALIST

2180 Lighting & Design
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Conducted spatial suitability analyses by accessing and querying public county parcel datasets using SQL, supporting data-driven decision-making for site selection and marketing strategies.
  • Designed and produced cartographic deliverables to visualize demographic, zoning, and land use data, enabling targeted outreach and enhanced client engagement for lighting design proposals.
  • Performed multi-source spatial data integration and analysis at the state level, synthesizing information to support business owners in delivering actionable insights and customized client recommendations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geology

Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO
08.2018 - 12.2022

Skills

Python Programming

Complex Dataset Management

Spatial Analysis & Suitability Modeling

Enterprise GIS Implementation

Strategy Development

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Certification

Certified GIS Analyst, Fort Lewis College, 3 years

Timeline

GIS CONSULTANT

Tilson Technology Management
04.2023 - Current

GIS / LIGHTING SPECIALIST

2180 Lighting & Design
01.2022 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Geology

Fort Lewis College
08.2018 - 12.2022

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