As the chair of the Publication Committee, I am pleased to share this edition of Foresights — a collection of articles inspired by the diverse topics discussed at our recent UCLS Convention, Mapping the Future: Lessons from the Past, Tools of Tomorrow. The convention offered a valuable forum for examining how our historical foundations inform the future of surveying, while also embracing the emerging tools and practices shaping our profession.

I especially enjoyed learning about real estate law from our keynote speaker, Kris Kline, whose insights brought a fresh perspective to the legal dimensions of our work and helped us to know when to apply the different legal concepts. I also appreciated the practical tools shared to help us better manage our firms — the presentation on Key Performance Indicators, in particular, was both timely and useful. Another standout moment was the spirited discussion surrounding the new boundary line adjustment legislation in Utah. The debate underscored the evolving nature of our field and the challenges that come with regulatory changes.

A sincere thank you goes out to all of the presenters and to the convention committee for organizing such a meaningful and well-executed event. Their hard work helped create an environment full of learning and connection. This year’s convention fostered some great discussions.

I hope you find this issue informative and engaging as we continue to learn, adapt and grow together. Thank you for being an essential part of our professional community.