Austin Stone

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About Austin Stone

With a passion for customer advocacy, education, remote sensing, GIS, and AI, I thrive on tackling complex problems and celebrating the success of those I support. My journey has been driven by a deep love for satellite and aerial imagery and a commitment to connecting people with these transformative technologies. At Planet, I have dedicated three years to fostering strong academic partnerships and integrating advanced remote sensing technology into educational curricula. This has enabled me to contribute to a vibrant community of over 50 universities, ensuring they extract maximum value from our Education & Research Program. My role encompasses everything from onboarding to ongoing engagement, leveraging my certified customer success management skills to enhance our educational impact. In my teaching role at Washington University, I focus on equipping students with practical skills in image analysis using ArcGIS Pro. My background in geography, GIS, spatial analysis, and image analysis underpin my commitment to providing hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for real-world challenges. I am passionate about the potential of the geospatial world to make a positive impact on our planet. Whether through supporting customers in achieving their goals or advancing educational initiatives, I am dedicated to driving innovation and fostering success in the geospatial and AI fields.