We’re thrilled to share that Stephanie Long, co-founder of Spatialty, has been awarded the Faculty Leader of the Year for 2025 at Austin Community College (ACC).

This recognition celebrates Stephanie’s exceptional leadership and long-standing commitment to advancing geospatial education. As a professor and former Department Chair of the ACC GIS Department, she has guided curriculum development, mentored countless students, and built lasting partnerships that bridge the gap between education and industry.

At Spatialty, Stephanie brings the same passion for promoting lifelong learning into our consulting work, leading custom training programs and helping agencies grow their in-house GIS expertise. Her unique ability to translate complex technology into accessible learning experiences makes her an invaluable part of every project we take on.