Danny Williams

Vice President of Business Development and Sales Operations

Cesium

About the Speaker

With nearly 20 years of experience in the simulation industry, Danny has a deep understanding of integrating 3D geospatial data into simulation applications. His career has included significant roles at BAE Systems, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, MAK Technologies, and Epic Games, where he has contributed to transformative projects and technological advancements.

Beyond his professional life, Danny loves the outdoors. He enjoys camping, hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, and running, and he is currently training for a marathon. Danny also loves traveling with his family, often visiting national parks. Recent trips include Zion National Park, the Smokey Mountains, and Glacier National Park.

Danny is an animal lover and has four dogs and two cats. He lives on a horse farm with his wife, Kelley, who runs a successful equestrian training business. Danny and Kelley have been married since 2001 and have two sons.

Matchmaking Information

Attending

WGIC Panel - Data to Decisions

WGIC Industry Panel: Data to Decisions: Unlocking the Value of Geospatial Intelligence

ExpoStages
ExpoStages
München / Germany
Wednesday, Sep 16, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Europe/Berlin
B5 | Main Stage | B5L033

Speaker's Sessions (1)

Exhibitor event
WGIC Panel - Data to Decisions
Wednesday, Sep 16, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Europe/Berlin
Podiumsdiskussion // Panel discussion
B5 | Main Stage | B5L033
English

WGIC Industry Panel: Data to Decisions: Unlocking the Value of Geospatial Intelligence

ExpoStages

München, Germany
The panel will explore how organisations are transforming vast amounts of geospatial and location-based data into actionable insights that support better decision-making across industries. As geospatial technologies continue to evolve, the discussion will focus on how data, analytics, AI, and digital twins are helping leaders address increasingly complex business and societal challenges. Some of the key discussion points will include: Moving from data collection to decision support and measurable outcomes. The role of AI and advanced analytics in extracting value from geospatial data. Integrating geospatial intelligence into enterprise and operational workflows. Challenges and opportunities in creating trusted, interoperable, and scalable geospatial ecosystems. The future of geospatial intelligence in supporting resilient, sustainable, and digitally enabled societies.
Speakers (5)
Daniel Kruimel
Director of Sales, Woolpert
James Van Rens
Senior Vice President, RIEGL INTERNATIONAL
Moderator (1)
Aaron Addison
Executive Director, World Geospatial Industry Council (WGIC)