Dave Bernstein is Vice President of NV5 Hydrospatial, with over 25 years of experience providing management, oversight and support to all aspects of hydrographic solutions. With formal education and training in Marine Geology, GIS, and Hydrography, and a diverse record of practice, he manages the technical, operations, and strategy of hydrographic surveys from inland, nearshore, and offshore waters. He holds a B.A. degree in Environmental Geoscience and GIS, and an M.S. in Marine Geology. Dave has a PLS license in North Carolina and is also a Certified GIS Professional (GISP), and an ACSM Certified Hydrographic Surveyor (CH). He is on the ACSM-THSOA Hydrographer Certification Board, Lakebed 2030 Steering Committee, and is active in education, outreach, and career development of the hydrographic community.