Personnel

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. 

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.

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.

In addition, Sean works closely with Chris Taylor to develop, employ, and integrate the latest and best geophysical instrumentation, software, mapping, and analytical techniques. He also works to train employees in the procedures and methods used to collect, interpret, and present geophysical data.

Sean has a B.S. in Geology from the University of South Florida and was a Geospatial Engineering Technician for the U.S. Army (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers). He is proficient in the use of ground penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetics (EM), magnetics, electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), seismics / MASW, thermography (IR), and NDT acoustic sounding/testing. He produces reports, 2D/3D models, and maps/figures utilizing: GPS, CAD, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).”

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Prior to joining GeoView in 2010, Merritt worked as a coastal geologist and GIS analyst, where he focused on geologic stratigraphic evaluations, historic shoreline data analysis, and cultural resource investigations. He holds a B.S. in Marine Science from Eckerd College and an M.S. in Geology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Merritt is a certified GPR operator, NULCA certified utility locate technician, certified in the use of SonarWiz and Hypack software and certified Pile Integrity Tester. He is a member of both the Geological Society of America and the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association.

Outside of his professional work, Merritt is an avid outdoor enthusiast who loves staying active. He spends much of his free time on the field, both playing and serving as the captain of a local rugby team and coaching his children’s various sports teams.

Dale’s extensive fieldwork history features critical geotechnical investigations, such as deploying Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Electrical Resistivity Imaging (ERI) to map salt water intrusion and evaluate complex karst (sinkhole) hazards on major Florida roadways. He was also part of the specialized geophysical team tasked with determining the cause of the Crosstown Expressway elevated roadway collapse in Tampa. Dale holds a degree in Environmental Science & Policy from the University of South Florida. He is a certified Ground Penetrating Radar Operator, NULCA certified utility locate technician and holds professional credentials as a Registered Environmental Manager (REM) and Certified Safety Environmental Manager (CSEM).

With a professional career spanning more than three decades in design, drafting, and illustration, Bart’s extensive background includes serving as Director of the AutoCAD and Graphics Department at SDII Global, managing commercial design groups, and running an independent graphics firm. Bart holds a B.A. in Drawing from Pennsylvania State University.

Away from the drafting table, Bart loves immersing himself in the great outdoors. He is an avid camper who enjoys traveling and exploring natural parks throughout North America alongside his wife and their dogs.

Robert is an expert in underground utility detection, subsurface mapping, and geological site characterization. He is highly proficient in the operation of a wide range of geophysical technologies, including ground penetrating radar, electronic utility locators, electrical resistivity imaging, frequency‑ and time‑domain electromagnetics, and seismic methods. In addition to his technical expertise, Robert plays an important role in supporting the management and day‑to‑day operations of the company. Outside of work, Robert is an avid jet‑skier and can be found on the waters of Tampa Bay nearly every weekend, exploring local islands and enjoying our local paradise.

He is an expert in multiple geophysical testing methods including ground penetrating radar, electronic utility locating, electromagnetics, magnetometry, seismics, electrical resistivity imaging and non-destructive concrete testing. He has managed and/or completed geophysical large-scale geophysical investigations throughout United States and Caribbean. with special focus on complex geological/hydrogeological/karst related investigations, Level B subsurface utility investigations and evaluation of concrete structures. 

Scott’ responsibilities include senior level project management, design and implementation of geophysical site investigations, data analysis, employee development and training, business development and client relations. He is currently focused on helping to manage geophysical investigations completed from the corporate office and employee development and training.

In addition to working with GeoView on projects through the southeastern US, Jonathan has completed over 1,000 successful dives in challenging conditions and has fossils on display at the Great Exploration Children’s Museum, the Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science, and the Crystal Springs Educational Preserve. He also documents his discoveries on his YouTube channel, Digging Science.”

His project portfolio includes extensive geotechnical work evaluating complex karst and sinkhole hazards across Florida, notably performing MASW and ERI characterization studies that were associated with the design of deep foundations for buildings to be located in areas where buried paleo-karst features were of concern. He has completed shallow void and fracture detection and assessment studies in St. Maarten and the Bahamas. Additionally, Wakefield manages environmental mapping for unregulated landfills and commercial redevelopments, infrastructure clearance projects at regional power plants, and trains new employees on field procedures and equipment operation. He holds a B.S. in Geology from the University of South Florida. Wakefield is a certified GPR operator, NULCA certified utility locate technician and has completed advanced level courses in the use of ERI and MASW.  

Beyond his borehole expertise, Peter is well-versed in a broad range of geophysical methods, including seismic refraction, electrical resistivity imaging (ERI), ground-penetrating radar (GPR), and utility designation. His specialties include non-destructive testing of concrete structures, geological and environmental characterization studies. Before transitioning to environmental and engineering geophysics, he served as a Special Intelligence System Administrator in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he earned both the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal. Peter holds a B.A. from Wheaton College with a minor in Geology and maintains multiple safety certifications, including OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and Confined Space credentials. Peter is a certified GPR operator, NULCA certified utility locate technician, Geophysical Well Logging and Imaging and Pile Integrity Tester.

Jeremiah’s project portfolio spans critical municipal, educational, and energy infrastructure across the Southeast. His notable experience includes karst and sinkhole risk evaluations for the University of Florida Chemical Engineering Building and the University of South Florida sports complex, as well as complex utility mapping and vacuum excavation clearance for the Vinoy Hotel in St. Petersburg and the Orange County Convention Center. He has also led significant environmental debris and landfill boundaries mapping for the U.S. Coast Guard Facility at Anclote Key and performed deep Wenner 4-pin electrical resistance testing for major solar farm developments. Jeremiah holds a B.S. in Geology from the University of South Florida, is a GSSI-certified GPR Operator and is a NULCA certified utility locate technician. In his spare time he enjoys the great Florida outdoors and plays guitar and drums with local bands.

Prior to joining GeoView, Alec gained hands-on environmental field experience where he managed field safety plans, groundwater transducer deployments, volatile compound screening, and site remediation compliance. He holds a B.S. in Geology from The University of Alabama and an M.S. in Geological Sciences from Ohio University. Alec is a licensed geologist, OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certified with yearly refreshers, holds OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety credentials, and possesses specialized field clearance training for railway and aviation sites.