Personnel – GeoView Inc.

Our Team

Michael J. Wightman, P.G.

President

Mike Wightman helped cofound GeoView in 2001. He has over 35 years of experience in the application of surficial geophysical testing methods for environmental, geotechnical, geological, hydrogeological, infrastructure and non-destructive testing of concrete structures related projects. He has a master’s degree in Geology from the University of South Florida with a specialization in surficial geophysics and karst hydrogeology and an undergraduate degree in Geology from the University of California Santa Barbara. He is a professional Geologist in the States of Florida and California. He was past President of the USF Geology Alumni Society and was recognized as the Outstanding Geology Alumni in 2024.

He has provided expert testimony, authored multiple publications and delivered numerous presentations in regard to geophysical testing for a wide variety of applications. He is an expert in application of surficial geophysical methods in understanding karst systems. Prior to GeoView he was the Senior Geophysicist and Operations Manager at SDII Global Corporation.

Mike’s is responsibilities include overall company oversight, project management and budgeting, employee supervision and training, design and implementation of geophysical investigations, data evaluation, numerical and analytical modeling of geophysical data, marketing and business development. He is currently focused on expanding the use of geophysical testing technologies for the non-destructive testing of concrete structures. His personal passions include Tae-Kwon-Do and white/flatwater kayaking.

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Christopher Taylor, P.G.

Senior Vice President

Chris Taylor helped co-found GeoView in 2001. He manages GeoView’s Northeastern office and has over 30 years of experience in the application of surficial geophysical testing methods to environmental, geotechnical, geological, hydrogeological, infrastructure and construction-related projects. He has a bachelor’s degree in Earth and Environmental Sciences with specialization in Geophysics from Lehigh University He is a professional Geologist in the States of Florida and Pennsylvania.

He is an expert in multiple geophysical testing methods including seismics and borehole geophysics. Prior to GeoView he was the geophysics project manager at Vibra-Tech Engineers, Inc. and SDII Global, Inc. He has extensive expertise in the analysis and integration of geophysical results into large scale geotechnical and environmental investigations. He has worked extensively through out the United States, Central and South America and the Caribbean.

Chris’s responsibilities include senior project management, design and implementation of geophysical site investigations, project management, employee development and ensuring that GeoView is employing state-of-the-art geophysical technologies and software to meet client objectives. He is currently focused on the integration of various geophysical approaches for work on geotechnical and environmental related site investigations. His personal passions include cycling and freshwater fishing.

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Stephen R. Scruggs, P.G.

Vice President

Steve Scruggs helps manage operations through the company and has over 25 years of experience in the application of surficial geophysical testing methods to environmental, geotechnical, geological, hydrogeological, infrastructure and construction-related projects. He has a master’s degree in Geology from the University of South Florida with specializations in geophysics and hydrogeology and a B.S in Geology from the University of Florida. He is a professional Geologist in the State of Florida.

He is an expert in multiple geophysical testing methods including ground penetrating radar, electrical resistivity imaging, electromagnetics and magnetometry. He has managed and/or completed geophysical investigations throughout United States, Central and South America and the Caribbean. Prior to GeoView he was a Geophysics Project Manager at SDII Global, Inc.

Steve’s responsibilities include senior project management, design and implementation of geophysical site investigations, advanced data analysis and report preparation, business development and client relations. He is currently focused on the development and cross-training staff integration of various geophysical approaches for work on geotechnical and environmental related site investigations. His personal passions include competitive long distance running and creative wood sculpture.

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Sean Malphurs

NE Florida Manager

Sean Malphurs has over 20 years of experience in designing, managing, and conducting multi-method geophysical surveys across the United States, the Caribbean, Central, and South America for GeoView. He has designed and conducted over 10,000 geophysical investigations related to engineering, construction, environmental, public safety, archaeological, and academic projects with an emphasis on data quality and site safety. He continues to design, conduct, and interpret multi-method geophysical and nondestructive testing surveys for clients in engineering, construction, forensics, geology, environmental assessment, archaeology, and academics.

He is proficient in using a wide variety of geophysical technology including ground penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetics (EM), magnetics, electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), seismics / MASW, thermography (IR), and NDT acoustic sounding/testing. When he is not in the field, Sean also produces reports, 2D/3D models, and maps while utilizing GPS, CAD, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

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Craig Fusaro, REM

SE Florida Manager

Craig Fusaro has over 27 years of experience in managing and conducting geophysical and environmental projects in Florida. He is a Registered Environmental Manger and is able to use that knowledge when designing geophysical investigations. He is a certified Ground Penetrating Radar Operator and is proficient in the use of electromagnetic, magnetics, resistivity, conventional EM utility location and GPS equipment. He is also an ultra marathon champion.

Roger Clint

Utility Manager

Roger Clint is the Utility Manager and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Lead for GeoView & Associates. He has been locating underground utilities since 2011 and brings hands-on field experience from projects across multiple countries and a wide range of site conditions. With management experience dating back to 2006, Roger currently leads GeoView’s utility locating, SUE, and vacuum excavation operations, overseeing everything from project planning and client coordination to field execution and quality control. He is known for a practical, solutions-driven approach and for delivering clear, defensible utility data that helps clients reduce risk and move projects forward with confidence.