Professional Staff

Gina Clemmer, President
Gina Clemmer is an activist and believes that technology can aid in improving the lives of disenfranchised communities. She has a strong history of working with non-profit and public agencies in the areas of race, poverty and community development. She has taught and consulted with thousands of organizations on social research, grant writing and GIS across the country. Clemmer is an active professional researcher and consultant with organizations such as Aids Housing of Washington, Community Alliance of Tenants, Portland Parks and Recreation and YouthBuild.

Her current projects include developing an Advanced Census Analysis Workshop using PUMS data and researching innovative uses of GIS in community planning. Her former experience includes Principal Researcher for the City of Portland, Oregon's Bureau of Housing and Community Development, Program Manager for Network for Oregon Affordable Housing (NOAH), GIS Consultant to Johnson County, Iowa Juvenile Crime Prevention Project, Coordinator of Intercultural Life at Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois and Project Manager at Target Group, Inc a Chicago based affirmative action consulting firm. She earned a Master's degree in Urban Planning from the University of Iowa with a specialty in Low Income Housing Development and GIS.

Joye Orcutt, Vice President of Operations
Joye Orcutt oversees all aspects of operations, which include workshop coordination and client relations. She brings in-depth experience in public relations, strategic planning and financial services. Her former experience includes contract administration for KPMG, a global financial services firm.

Heather Williams , Instructor
Heather Williams is an instructor and professional researcher. Her former experience includes working with FEMA to assess national flood risks, cartography and geo-statistical analysis and training. Williams has a passion for using technology and GIS for community empowerment and bridging the digital divide. She earned a Master's Degree in Geography from Georgia State University.