Public Data Access Leverage the Ohio Geological Survey’s role as a permanent archive and public access point for geologic data to offer advanced data hosting, analytics, or GIS services that enhance environmental protection, land use planning, and regulatory compliance.

Regulatory Engagement Position solutions around regulatory support and compliance monitoring for fossil fuel and mineral extraction, groundwater development, and geologic hazard mitigation, aligning with the agency’s mission and potential grant-funded initiatives.

Digital Modernization Propose modernization of tech stack integrations (Microsoft 365, Google Analytics, Search Console) with secure data workflows, dashboards, and automated reporting to improve data sharing, transparency, and stakeholder communication.

Security & Training Offer cybersecurity awareness and KnowBe4-based training to protect sensitive geologic data and public-facing portals, complementing the agency’s digital footprint and user trust objectives.

Funding Alignment Highlight potential opportunities tied to state funding and grants (given a mid-range revenue profile) for data infrastructure, geospatial mapping, and environmental protection initiatives that support Ohio’s economic foundation.