Adam Belmonte

Adam Belmonte has extensive work experience in the field of data science and geospatial analysis. Adam currently holds the position of Senior Data Scientist at Ursa Space Systems, a role they have held since June 2022. Prior to this, Adam worked as a Senior Data Scientist at Gybe from September 2020 to June 2022.

Before transitioning into the data science field, Adam worked as a Technology Consultant at their own website, www.adam-belmonte.com, offering geospatial data processing and analytics services. Adam also flew drones to collect geospatial datasets in challenging locations and collaborated with various organizations for natural resource management. This role lasted from August 2018 to June 2022.

Adam's previous experience includes being a Research Assistant and PhD Candidate at Northern Arizona University, where they focused on UAV-based remote sensing techniques. Adam specialized in LiDAR, structure from motion (SfM), and imagery-based remote sensing. This role lasted from August 2016 to June 2022.

Adam's work history also includes being a Water Resources Specialist at the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer, where they conducted mapping and analysis of historical water rights in northern New Mexico. Adam provided technical documentation for water right settlements from March 2015 to May 2016.

Additionally, Adam worked as a GIS Technician at SWCA Environmental Consultants, providing mapping resources for natural resource management and development projects. Adam ensured environmental compliance throughout the project life-cycle from October 2014 to April 2015.

Earlier in their career, Adam served as a Consultant at Leeward Side Consulting, an Americorps Vista at the San Isabel Land Protection Trust, and a Program Coordinator at Coconino County Public Works. Adam also worked as an Educational Mentor at Rocky Mountain Youth Corps.

Overall, Adam Belmonte has a diverse background in data science, geospatial analysis, and natural resource management, with a strong focus on remote sensing techniques and GIS applications.

Adam Belmonte has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology from Quinnipiac University, which they completed from 2005 to 2009. Following that, they pursued a Master's degree in Applied Geospatial Sciences at Northern Arizona University from 2011 to 2013. Lastly, Adam completed their education with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics from Northern Arizona University, which they earned from 2016 to 2021.