James Wyles holds a Master's degree in geology and was formerly a petroleum/GIS (geographic information systems) project manager in the private sector. Mr. Wyles managed public and private agency projects dealing with GIS spatial analysis and mapping. His involvement with client GIS projects included analyses, technical assistance, research, and support including set-up of GIS operations when needed. As a former College Lecturer, Mr. Wyles taughed undergraduate-level GIS related courses. He also provided GIS technical support to faculty and staff in the Levin College.