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12d Tech Forum 2026 - Agenda

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**Please note: While all care has been taken to ensure this Agenda is as accurate as possible, some changes may still occur as our many presenters finalise their schedules and talks.

Guest Speakers

Kent Groh

Senior Associate, David Evans and Associates  
Founder and Host, Geoholics Podcast 

Kent Groh is a Senior Associate and Market Leader at David Evans and Associates, bringing deep expertise in geomatics and survey management to major AEC projects. With over 15 years in land surveying, Kent has held leadership roles across the industry, including positions at Bowman Consulting, Stantec, and Alta Southwest, consistently focused on expanding survey capabilities and strengthening client relationships.

Since 2019, Kent has co-hosted The Geoholics Podcast, a widely followed show for surveying, geomatics, and geospatial professionals with a global audience. Through the podcast, he interviews industry leaders and explores the trends shaping the future of geospatial technology, while championing collaboration across the surveying, GIS, and engineering communities. He's driven by a passion for building a sustainable foundation for the next generation of surveying professionals.  

Sean Fabor

Principal, Alta Arizona 
Producer and Host, Geoholics Podcast  

Sean Fabor is a Principal and Director at Alta Arizona, leading the Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing, and Special Inspections divisions across the Phoenix and Tucson offices. With more than 20 years of experience, Sean has built a career spanning geotechnical and civil engineering, having previously held senior roles at Wright Engineers, EMC2, and Converse Consultants.

Alongside his engineering work, Sean co-hosts The Geoholics Podcast, bringing his geotechnical perspective to conversations with industry leaders on surveying, geomatics, and construction technology. Known for his engineering rigor and his enthusiasm for a good discussion about dirt, Sean offers a practical, ground-level view of how technology is reshaping the built environment.   

Adam Spencer

Mathematician, Comedian, Author 

Adam Spencer is one of Australia's most respected event hosts, known for his rare gift of making complex ideas genuinely entertaining. A self-described lifelong numbers nerd, Adam graduated from the University of Sydney with first-class honours in pure mathematics before pursuing an unlikely path into comedy, winning Triple J's national Raw Comedy competition in 1996. He went on to co-host the Triple J Breakfast Show and later ABC Sydney's 702 Breakfast, alongside a long career in television and public speaking.

Adam has authored several bestselling books that make mathematics accessible and fun, and his TED Talk on prime numbers has been viewed millions of times. Today he's one of Australia's most in-demand voices on AI, cybersecurity, and the future of work, blending sharp intellect with humour for audiences worldwide. He'll be bringing his unique blend of math and comedy to the 12d Tech Forum's Gala Dinner. 

Where Infrastructure's Finest Minds Gather to Learn

The 12d Tech Forum serves as the top destination for 12d Model and 12d Synergy customers and partners to gain knowledge to become a part of the community. In addition to this, the forum is also attended by industry leaders and enthusiasts. Tech Forum is where the infrastructure’s finest minds come to learn, and it aims to fuel creativity, offer practical expertise, and facilitate connections that drive an inclusive future.

Begin your preparations for the 12d Tech Forum 2026 in Brisbane, Australia.