Haoyun is a GIS expert, currently working at WSP as a Principal Geospatial Consultant. Haoyun's previous outreach work has included co-hosting professional development events for students interested in working in the transportation industry. He is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.
About
I am a Principal Geospatial Consultant in WSP UK's Transformation & Digital Insights Department, with more than five years of experience at the intersection of transportation, data science, and GIS solutions. I hold a Bacherlor's in Urban Planning, a Master's in City and Regional Planning, a Master's in Public Informatics. I am adept in leveraging geospatial methodologies, statistical modelling, and stakeholder engagement to deliver data-informed solutions for public-sector clients.
Preferences
- Location: London
- Availability: daytime, evening, in person, online
- Key stage: KS3, KS4 and KS5
- Themes: cities, GIS
Current or most recent role
I lead GIS project delivery and digital solutions across multi-disciplinary teams for large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects, managing geospatial data, enterprise databases, and web/mobile mapping applications. I provide technical consultancy, ensure data quality, develop standards, and drive innovation using Esri platforms, FME, and Python. I support client strategies and mentor team for excellence in geospatial services.
Previous experience
As Director of Administration for Young Professionals in Transportation (YPT) – Washington DC, I co-hosted professional development events for students aspiring to enter the transportation industry. I actively supported outreach initiatives, including engagement with underrepresented groups such as LGBT communities, to promote diversity and inclusion within the sector.
Why I want to become a professional ambassador
As a Fellow of RGS, I am passionate about promoting geography as a vital discipline and inspiring future professionals. As a Principal Geospatial Consultant, I aim to share industry insights, mentor aspiring geographers, and advocate for innovative applications of GIS to solve real-world challenges, supporting the growth of the profession.
Types of activities
- Talking about current job and career pathway
- Running activities about my career sector and the opportunities available; talking about what geographical skills I use at work and how geography is used in the 'real world'
- Inspiring young people to choose geography
- Classroom-based activities or working with small groups of students to talk about career options
- Supporting a geography club, an eco club, an after-school or additional activity
- Supporting fieldwork and opportunities outside of the classroom.
