BJV Design Inc.

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BJV can help Maximize the Value and Minimize the Risk of your seismic program. At BJV we pride ourselves on being client focused, innovative, independent and experienced. Contact us to see how we can help with your next seismic project. https://lnkd.in/e4W_9bRt

JOHN VOSKUYL Company Founder John began his career in the seismic industry in 1966 with Seismotech 64 Ltd. There, he learned about seismic records, report writing, mapping and the start of digital seismic data processing. In 1969, John began working as a seismic data processor with Digitech Ltd, working extremely long hours. John took a one-year contract for Sonatrach in Algeria in 1975, supervising several ex-pats and training several local Algerian staff. After Algeria, John became a processing supervisor with Veritas Seismic Ltd, responsible for 20 different projects at a time and had a staff of junior processors working for him. In 1983, John became a field acquisition supervisor for Veritas Geophysical and was responsible for all facets of data acquisition. John supervised the company’s first 3D seismic field projects during the winter of 1985-1986. In 1987, John started his company, B.J. Voskuyl Exploration (now known as BJV Design Inc.), where he became one of the first people to design 3D seismic programs in Western Canada. After 40 wonderful years in this great industry, John retired in July 2006. Today, John’s wealth of knowledge and experience is still drawn upon as a special advisor to the company. John is an extremely devoted family man. He is a husband of over 50 years, father of 2 daughters, and a wonderful grandpa to 5 grandchildren. He is always there for his family, spending as much time with them as possible, bringing dinner to each daughter’s family weekly and cheering at every one of his grandchildren’s sporting events. John also loves hiking, snowshoeing, skiing, reading and travelling.

LAURA KENT Administrative Manager Laura began working for BJV in November 2005 as an Administrative Manager, and is a dedicated BJV employee. Laura is responsible for all office management, payroll and book keeping. Laura is always looking for anything that she can do to make BJV run more smoothly and efficiently. Outside of BJV, Laura loves to spend lots of time with her husband and her two amazing kids! They love playing games, watching movies, exploring fun places around the city, and mostly they love travelling together!

MATTHEW ALLEN, M.SC. P.GEO Acquisition Geophysicist Matthew joined BJV as an Acquisition Geophysicist in 2011 and is a vital member of the BJV Design team. Matt has been involved in designing and modelling over 1500 seismic projects across four continents worldwide with many different objectives, including: Geothermal, CCS, Helium, Treasure Hunting and Oil & Gas. Matt has coauthored presentations at GeoConvention, and has also been instrumental in developing custom software applications for BJV’s survey design and modelling services. Matt is passionate about applying the latest techniques to ensure his clients meet or exceed their seismic goals while limiting budgetary and environmental impacts. Matthew received his B.Sc. in Physics from the University of Lethbridge in 2006, and in 2009, he completed his M.Sc. in Geophysics from the University of Calgary.

KARI SCHWEIGERT, B.SC. Chief Operating Officer Kari obtained her B.Sc. in Geophysics from the University of Calgary in 1999. Upon graduation, Kari began working as an Acquisition Geophysicist for Veritas DGC. In 2005, Veritas DGC's seismic survey design department was divested, becoming part of BJV, where Kari became a partner. In 2006, Kari became the Chief Operating Officer of BJV. Over the years, Kari’s work at BJV has shifted from seismic survey design geophysics to a managerial role focused on growth, strategic planning, and marketing. Most recently, Kari has been working diligently on building BJV’s social media brand recognition across multiple platforms. She is also responsible for graphic design, technical and marketing presentations, and human resources. On the personal side, Kari’s greatest joy is her family: her husband and three daughters. Kari loves animals; this is why her family has so many pets! She also enjoys camping, reading, yoga, lattes, and traveling (anywhere with a beach).

JASON SCHWEIGERT, M.SC. P.GEOPH President and Chief Executive Officer Jason obtained his B.Sc. in Geophysics from the University of Calgary in 1999, followed by a M.Sc. in Geophysics in 2009. Jason has been an Acquisition Geophysicist since 2000, when he joined Veritas DGC. In 2005, Veritas DGC's seismic survey design department was divested, becoming part of BJV, and Jason became a partner. In 2006, Jason became President and Chief Executive Officer of BJV. Jason's practical and personalized approach to seismic survey design has helped make BJV Design a leading Canadian seismic survey design company. During his career, Jason has designed over 4000 seismic programs worldwide for many objectives, including Geothermal, CCS, Helium, Mining, Treasure Hunting, and Oil & Gas projects. He has been an active member of the CSEG, volunteering on the board and chairing the Digital Media Committee. Jason has presented at the GeoConvention, authored and co-authored papers in the CSEG Recorder, and facilitated multiple courses on seismic survey design. On the personal side, Jason's greatest joys are his girls (wife and three daughters). Whether participating in school field trips or coaching basketball, he takes great pride in being highly active in his girls' day-to-day lives.

Meet the people who make it all happen! Our team is second to none! Stay tuned next week as we introduce each exceptional member of our team.

The first step in seismic acquisition is an optimal design, which is critically important to the economic success of your seismic program. Contact BJV to see how we can help with your next seismic project. https://lnkd.in/e4W_9bRt