In our latest webinar, we had the pleasure of diving deep into the world of AI-powered mapping with Chelsey Roney, co-founder of Proxi, and Katie McClure, Proxi’s marketing director. They shared how Proxi is transforming content creation by making it easy—and even fun—to turn written and visual content into interactive maps that engage audiences in a whole new way.

Missed the live session? No worries! You can catch the recap here:

How AI is Enhancing Mapping for Content Creators

Chelsey kicked things off by explaining how many users find Proxi when searching for AI-driven mapping solutions. A common challenge for content creators is having great written content that lacks an engaging visual format. That’s where Proxi comes in.

Using AI, the platform helps convert text and images into mapped points, making it easier than ever to create interactive content that’s visually compelling. Whether you’re showcasing travel recommendations, highlighting event locations, or building local guides, Proxi simplifies the process by handling data organization and location placement automatically.

Of course, as Chelsey reminded us, AI-generated results should always be reviewed for accuracy—but Proxi makes that process intuitive and quick, giving users full control over customization.

Effortless Text-to-Map Conversion

One of the most exciting features highlighted in the webinar was Proxi’s ability to turn simple text lists into fully functional maps. Chelsey demonstrated how users can paste a list of locations into the platform, and Proxi instantly generates an interactive map.

But it doesn’t stop there! Proxi makes it easy to repurpose content from blog posts, text lists, and even social media into interactive maps. Whether you have a restaurant round-up, a top-ten travel list, or a collection of historical landmarks, simply pasting place names into Proxi (no addresses required!) transforms your content into an engaging, shareable experience.

For professionals in tourism, journalism, or digital marketing, this feature is a game-changer. It streamlines workflows, making it easier to enhance storytelling with visually rich, location-based content. Instead of keeping valuable location information buried in long-form articles, Proxi allows you to showcase it in a way that’s interactive and easy to navigate.

From Images to Interactive Maps

Have an image of a map but need it to be interactive? Proxi makes it easy. Upload a JPG, PNG, or PDF, and AI extracts key locations, instantly creating a functional map—no manual data entry required.

This tool is perfect for digitizing old maps, event layouts, or vendor lists from flyers. And it doesn’t stop at traditional maps—any place-based image can work! Some creative use cases include:

• Event organizers digitizing vendor maps for festivals or conventions.
• Archivists and educators bringing historical maps to life with interactive layers.
• Tourism boards transforming outdated travel guides into modern, dynamic maps.

Once uploaded, these maps can be annotated, customized, and shared, making them far more engaging than static images. Whether you’re modernizing an old resource or creating something new, Proxi ensures your maps are interactive, accessible, and easy to update.

From Prompts to Maps

One of the coolest advancements in AI-driven mapping is Proxi’s Prompt-to-Map feature. With just a simple text prompt—like “Best coffee shops in Seattle” or “Historic landmarks in New Orleans”—Proxi’s AI instantly generates a full map, pulling in accurate location data from trusted sources.

Instead of manually searching for locations, formatting data, and placing pins on a map, you can simply type a request, and Proxi does the heavy lifting. The AI identifies relevant places, organizes them, and builds a shareable, interactive map in seconds.

Who Benefits from Prompt-to-Map?

Travel Bloggers & Content Creators – Quickly build maps of must-visit spots for readers, like “Hidden gem restaurants in Austin” or “Best photo spots in Paris.”

Event Planners – Generate interactive maps for attendees, such as “Wedding weekend hotspots in Nashville” or “Conference after-party venues in Chicago.”

Local Guides & Tourism Boards – Create custom guides in seconds, like “Top hiking trails near Denver” or “Black-owned businesses in Atlanta.”

Real Estate Professionals – Build maps of “Top-rated schools in Miami” or “Best neighborhoods for first-time buyers in San Diego.”

Community Organizers – Generate maps like “Food pantries in Los Angeles” or “Public art installations in Portland.”

With Prompt-to-Map, what used to take hours—if not days—now takes seconds. Whether you need a quick travel guide, event itinerary, or curated local directory, Proxi’s AI makes map creation effortless.

AI-Powered Search and Location Insights

The conversation also covered how Proxi integrates with Google Places API to automatically pull in location details, ensuring accuracy and relevance. Chelsey and Katie emphasized the importance of refining search parameters to get the best results—especially when looking for specific businesses, attractions, or services.

For users who curate location-based content, this feature is a huge time-saver, ensuring that maps are informative, up-to-date, and highly searchable. Whether you’re creating a city guide, an event map, or a resource hub, Proxi’s AI-enhanced search helps you find the right locations with ease.

Expanding Functionality with the Proxi Chrome Extension

One of the webinar’s standout highlights was the Proxi Chrome Extension. This tool allows users to pull text directly from web pages and convert it into interactive maps instantly.

Imagine browsing an article listing the top restaurants in a city and, with just a few clicks, transforming that list into a shareable, interactive map. This feature is perfect for:

• Researchers gathering location-based insights.
• Travel planners curating recommendations.
• Content creators repurposing online lists into mapped experiences.

By streamlining the process of gathering and visualizing location data, the Proxi Chrome Extension makes AI-powered mapping even more accessible.

Try Proxi for Yourself!

By the end of the webinar, one thing was clear: Proxi is changing the way people create and share location-based content. Whether you’re mapping coffee shop recommendations, historical sites, or must-visit attractions, Proxi provides a simple, powerful, and AI-enhanced way to elevate your content.

Curious to see these features in action? Sign up for a demo or start experimenting with Proxi today!