Best Urban Exploration Experts

Aaron Christy is the founder of Indy Roof & Restoration, one of Indiana’s highest-rated roofing and exterior restoration companies, known for leading with customer trust, operational excellence, and innovative technology. Under his leadership, the company has grown into an eight-figure operation serving homeowners across the state. In addition to roofing and restoration, Aaron is the owner of Ben Franklin Insurance and Investments, an insurance brokerage focused on helping clients protect their homes and assets with clarity and transparency. He is also an active real estate investor with holdings in both residential and commercial properties. Aaron’s work centers on smart business building, long-term value creation, and delivering meaningful results for customers and partners. He frequently speaks on entrepreneurship, growth strategy, and the power of leading with service rather than asking for it. www.indyroofandrestoration.com

Andrew is a licensed architect, who before joining the Vertical Arts team spent 7 years working as an architect in New York City on a wide array of high-end residential project types and styles.

Rob Dillan is the founder and driving force behind EVhype, an innovative platform mapping EV charging stations across North America. With a deep passion for sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Rob is committed to advancing the clean energy revolution within the transportation sector. As a recognized thought leader, his expertise in EV technology, charging infrastructure, and market trends has positioned him at the forefront of the movement toward widespread EV adoption.

I am a fourth-generation native New Yorker and the founder of the award-winning Lower East Side History Project. With decades of experience researching and sharing the city's lesser-known stories, I bring a deep knowledge and a rare passion for urban archaeology to my work. My expertise is built on a lifetime of immersion in New York's history. I am the author of seven books on NYC history and have consulted on numerous films and television series, including Boardwalk Empire, Making of the Mob, The Irishman, and The Great Gatsby. I previously founded and operated the former Museum of the American Gangster (80 St. Marks Place), the Lower East Side Welcome Center (397 Grand Street) and the East Village Visitor Center (308 Bowery). I have lectured at such institutions as New York Historical Society, Tenement Museum, and the Gotham Center. With decades of experience unearthing and sharing New York’s hidden stories, I bring a unique perspective—blending deep archival knowledge, over 150 years of community insight, and a passion for the urban archaeology that defines this city. What I can offer: - Expert commentary on the history and transformation of New York City - Historical context for stories on immigration, architecture, urban development, and culture - Engaging storytelling and anecdotes from 23 years of guiding tours and doing lectures, providing a human-interest angle to historical features. - On-camera expertise and guided walk-and-talks through historically significant areas.

Caribbean Spatial Intelligence™ Most businesses lose opportunities because customers can't see the space. Most construction projects lose time because teams can't trust the data. I solve both problems with the same system. I'm the founder of Digital Evolution, where I've pioneered Spatial Intelligence™, a methodology that transforms physical spaces into intelligent digital assets that build trust, capture intent, and eliminate uncertainty. It's the strategic intersection of 3D digital twins, AI automation, and conversion-focused systems, designed for both the built environment and modern commerce. For AEC teams, I provide accurate digital twins from Matterport Pro3 and Leica scans, converted into point clouds, CAD drawings, and BIM-ready documentation. One scan. Multiple deliverables. A single source of spatial truth that reduces RFIs, prevents rework, and aligns design with reality from pre-construction through facility operations. For client-facing businesses, hotels, med spas, retail, and venues, I activate those same digital twins with AI-powered engagement: missed-call recovery, automated follow-up, reputation management, and conversion-optimized web experiences. Spaces don't just get documented. They work 24/7 as sales and communication tools. The insight driving my work is simple: spatial certainty creates competitive advantage. When people can see, trust, and interact with a space remotely, decisions accelerate. Revenue increases. Mistakes decrease. Based in San Juan, Puerto Rico, I'm building the Caribbean's spatial intelligence infrastructure while partnering with global leaders like Cvent to bring world-class digital twin and AI technologies to underserved markets. My focus is on helping organizations adopt these systems with clarity and precision, whether that means fewer change orders or more bookings. I regularly share insights on the evolving role of spatial data, AI-driven customer experience, and the future of how we document, market, and operate physical environments. Let's connect on LinkedIn to explore how Spatial Intelligence™ can transform how your spaces perform.

I’m an archaeologist turned tour guide, travel leader, and Founder of Merakiva Travel. For over 10 years, I traveled the world as an archaeologist, excavating ancient sites in countries like Spain, Lebanon, and Iraq. After finishing my PhD, I moved into the corporate world. In that time, I worked in marketing, product development, and strategy. That life wasn't for me so I started a tour and travel company. In it, we lead trips around the world for small groups and organize trips for independent travelers. Plus, I run Always Sunny Tour out of it. Always Sunny Tour is the only tour in the world dedicated exclusively to visiting sites from the cult-favorite show, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Now, I also post on YouTube, slowly building up an audience of people interested in archaeology and travel. I'm a storyteller who loves people (and talks to tourists on a near daily basis).

I build things from scratch. I get things done.

I am an online entrepreneur, author, and travel scholar specializing in high-end travel, cultural exploration, and local destination experiences. As the founder of Paradize.life, a travel website dedicated to collecting luxury destination knowledge, I am an expert in helping travelers find unique experiences, local secrets, and personalized itineraries across Europe, Asia, and beyond. My area of expertise is deep travel research and writing, where I track future trends, review top destinations, and create content to inform and motivate modern travelers. Although I have not visited each country personally, my strength is transforming in-depth research into clear, informative, and SEO-optimized content connecting travelers with luxury services, from private jet charters to luxury resorts and unique tours.

Erik Hemingway, Founder of Nomad Capital, has nearly 22 years of experience in all aspects of the construction and self-storage industry. He has been a part of over $100 million dollars of commercial real estate transactions and $60 million in residential real estate since 2006. He built his first self-storage facility from the ground up in 2006, guided that facility through the Great Recession, and has since built a personal portfolio of 4 self-storage facilities using the value-add strategy. He founded Nomad Capital to help others achieve their dream of nomadic freedom and having the ability to do whatever they want, whenever they want.

Geographicinsight.com is the ultimate destination for exploring the world through a geographic lens. Led by a passionate geographer with over 20 years of experience in GIS, this organization offers invaluable insights and initiatives. Our motivation lies in uncovering the profound impact of geography on various aspects of life and society. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive articles and programs tailored to enrich your understanding. Over the years, we have served a diverse range of clients, including educational institutions, government agencies, and businesses seeking geographic insights to inform their decision-making.

I build SEO strategies that actually work. Data-driven, built around search intent, and designed to earn undeniable topical authority.

Strategic thinker focused on institutional goals by implementing business transformation projects, delivering sustainable process improvements, and questioning assumed norms to enable more powerful conclusions. Positive, diplomatic and respectful in creating an environment that attracts and keeps the best people. Strong record of agile project management, team development, and delivering of business results across a range of functional areas. Ability to place individual and team objectives within the broader institutional goals. Actively looks for new ideas and learning opportunities outside of specific field of expertise and willing to take on additional challenges and responsibilities.

I am a qualified lawyer, entrepreneur, and freelance writer with 10+ years of experience in law, business, and digital media.

Technical Skills * Languages: Typescript, Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, PHP, Java, C, Lisp, Ruby, Objective-C, Hack, HTML, and CSS * Frameworks: React, Flask, Unity, Jekyll, Tornado, JQuery, Rails * Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Oracle * Development Tools: Visual Studio, IntelliJ, Vim, Eclipse, Mercurial, Git, Subversion, SQL*Plus, SQL Developer * Mobile: React Native, Android, mobile optimized web Specialties: full-stack web & mobile development, growth, search engines, performance optimization, networking, machine learning

Aaron Loring Davis is the CEO and Co-Founder of Exploration, a media management and technology company headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

I'm a web designer and SEO Specialist with over 3 years of experience. I specialize in WordPress and love optimizing pages for speed and search engines. I do extensive keyword research and perform SEO audits to ensure that my clients' websites are as search engine friendly as possible. When I'm not working on websites, I enjoy hiking, playing PC games, and spending time with my family.

Michael W. Ryan is an attorney of Ryan & Ryan Law, LLC. He concentrates exclusively on representing private property owners and tenants in eminent domain and condemnation matters across Illinois. A distinguished practitioner in complex real property law, he has earned the CRE (Counselor of Real Estate) credential and serves as an Illinois Affiliate Member of the Owners’ Counsel of America.