Meet Our Staff
J. Daniel Cooper
President
Dan has provided environmental consulting services to a broad array of industrial, commercial and governmental clients, including the Navajo Nation, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Government of the Virgin Islands, Ford Motor Company, General Electric Company, Kindred Healthcare, Brown-Forman Corporation, Norton Healthcare, Sutter Health, and dozens of public and private school systems.
Education and Professional Certifications
- BA Biology, University of Louisville
- AA Chemistry, University of Louisville
- California Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC)
- Certified Mold Assessor
- National Radon Proficiency Program (NRRP) Radon Measurement Provider
- Certified Environmental Inspector
- Certified AHERA Asbestos Designer
- Certified AHERA Inspector/Management Planner
Vice President
Pete Welsh is the Vice President of Micro-Analytics, Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in steering the company’s operations and driving its growth and excellence. With a Bachelor of Science in Plant and Soil Science, with a focus on Soil and Water Environmental Science, and a Minor in Environmental Studies from the University of Kentucky, Pete brings a strong academic foundation to his role. His extensive experience in the environmental industry since 2002 further complements his expertise. At Micro-Analytics, Pete is responsible for overseeing daily operations and ensuring the company’s continued innovation and success.
His background includes performing Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments facilitating real estate transactions across a wide range of property types, from gasoline stations and hazardous waste sites to hospitals, schools, and Brownfield properties. Pete is also highly skilled in air, soil, and groundwater sampling. Pete has managed several major projects involved with Brownfield redevelopments throughout the state of Kentucky.
Pete also has extensive experience with lead-based paint and asbestos abatement projects. He has considerable expertise in hazardous and non-hazardous waste characterization, transportation, and disposal, ensuring all processes meet strict regulatory standards.
Education and Professional Certifications
- Bachelors of Science, Plant and Soil Science with an emphasis in Soil and Water Environmental Science, Minor: Environmental Studies, University of Kentucky
- OSHA 10 Hour Certified
- OSHA 30 Hour Certified
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certified
- Confined Space Entry Certified
- American Red Cross Certified Instructor in Adult/Child/Infant CPR
- American Red Cross Certified Instructor in First Aid/AED
- Certified AHERA Asbestos inspector in Kentucky and Indiana
Vice President
John Holley has provided environmental consulting and testing services in excess of 30 years. John’s experience in a wide array of environmental issues include all phases of asbestos and lead consulting services from performances of site investigation to remediation design and implementation. Other areas in which Mr. Holley has shown a level of substantial experiences would include, analytical testing, indoor air quality studies, industrial hygiene testing, environmental assessments and environmental project management.
Mr. Holley has provided environmental consulting services to a wide array of clients in both the public and private sector. John’s services for these clients include monitoring for environmental issues as well as associate consulting services which include asbestos management, environmental site assessments, IAQ studies, lead coating consulting services, soil contamination/remediation and UST closure.
Education and Professional Certifications
- AD, Biology, Western Kentucky University
- Certified Lead Risk Assessor and Abatement Designer
- Certified Environmental Inspector
- Certified AHERA Asbestos Designer
- Certified AHERA Inspector/Management Planner
Lisa Williams
Chief Financial Officer
Lisa Williams has been the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Micro-Analytics, Inc. since 2001, bringing extensive financial expertise and strategic insight to her role. She is responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and guiding financial strategy to support the company’s growth and success. Lisa’s contributions are critical in developing and refining company policies and procedures to align with best practices and regulatory standards.
Beyond her strategic financial oversight, Lisa manages the administration of HR policies, programs, and practices, ensuring smooth and effective HR operations. She also handles the management of accounts payable, receivables, and invoicing, which is essential for maintaining the company’s financial stability and efficiency. Lisa’s extensive experience and unwavering dedication are key drivers of Micro-Analytics, Inc.’s continued success and growth.
Education and Professional Certifications
- BS Business Administration – Spalding University
Terry Holley
West Coast Operations Manager
Terry has also worked in various other sectors including healthcare, industrial, commercial, retail, and manufacturing. He has a wide range of project management experience including cost accountancy, labor distribution, loss control / risk assessment, and policy & procedures development.
He maintains an active role in production by serving as project manager for a variety of assessment, design, and construction projects. He has managed large scale facilities condition assessment and energy auditing projects involving facilities throughout the United States.
Mr. Holley has substantial experience in the area of environmental investigations and remediation. He has completed numerous NEPA Environmental Assessments and Categorical Exclusions. He has provided a wide array of other environmental services encompassing inspections, testing, analysis, remedial design, permitting assistance, and abatement oversight. He has worked on multiple hazardous waste management/disposal activities, UST closures and RCRA uncontrolled sites. He is familiar with various other environmental and safety issues including asbestos, lead based paint, radon, indoor air quality, mold contamination, pollution prevention, and OSHA compliance.
Education and Professional Certifications
- BA Biology, University of Louisville, 1986
- Certified Environmental Inspector
- AHERA Asbestos Inspector/Management Planner
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certified
Nick Leow
Senior Project Manager
Nick Leow is a Senior Project Manager with 24+ years of experience in the environmental consulting industry. He serves as technical manager for our AIHA-accredited asbestos analysis laboratory, and he utilizes his asbestos certifications as management planner and project designer to work closely with school districts to ensure their continued compliance with federal AHERA asbestos regulations in schools.
Nick regularly conducts indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments, infection control risk assessments, and asbestos inspections, and develops design plans for remediation when appropriate. Through his dedicated work, he has established long-term relationships with facility managers, restoration teams, insurance adjusters, and healthcare professionals. Nick utilizes his array of industry knowledge, professional certifications, and experience in both the field and laboratory to approach each unique environmental situation with sound rationale rooted in adherence to industry standards.
Education and Professional Certifications
- BS Biology, Minor Geography, University of South Carolina
- Certified AHERA Asbestos Management Planner – KY
- Certified AHERA Asbestos Project Designer – KY
- Certified Lead Risk Assessor – KY
- Indoor Air Quality: Microscopy of Dust Spores and Pollen, McCrone Institute, Chicago
- Mold Identification, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
- Microscopical Identification of Asbestos, McCrone Institute, Chicago, IL
- Advanced Indoor Air Quality: Fungal Spore, McCrone Institute, Chicago, IL
Max Bishop
Senior Project Manager
Max Bishop is a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in Controlled Environment Certification Services, Cleanroom Design Consulting, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Assessments, Asbestos Inspections, Asbestos Abatement Supervision, Industrial Hygiene Assessments, and Infection Control Investigations. Max is the first professional in Kentucky to obtain accreditation as a Controlled Environment Testing Association (CETA) Registered Certification Professional for Sterile Compounding Facilities through the CETA National Board of Testing (CNBT). Max provides expertise in testing, certification, repair, and design of cleanroom facilities and engineering control devices. He is qualified and knowledgeable of the design, repair, and certification of many of the major manufacturers of LAFW, Isolator, Biological Safety Cabinet, and Fume Hood units.
Additionally, Max specializes in providing cost-effective solutions to the unique complications that are commonly identified during construction, infection control investigations, and management of healthcare facilities utilizing his educational background in microbiology combined with more than eight (8) years of field experience in controlled environment certification services, industrial chemistry, industrial hygiene, infection control, laboratory management, and healthcare construction.
Education and Professional Certifications
- B.S. Biology, Centre College
- CETA National Board of Testing (CNBT) Registered Cleanroom Professional for Sterile Compounding Facilities
- Member of the Controlled Environmental Testing Association (CETA)
- Member of the Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology (IEST)
- Certified AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector – KY, IN
- Certified AHERA Abatement Supervisor – KY, IN
Billy Geary
Abatement Supervisor
Billy Geary has been working in the environmental remediation field for over 20 years. Mr. Geary has overseen many extremely complex abatement projects from the beginning to project completion. Mr. Geary’s years of experience provide him the ability to tackle any abatement project whether it be asbestos flooring removal or the complete shutdown and abatement of an industrial boiler system.
Education and Professional Certifications
- Certified Asbestos Abatement Supervisor – KY, IN
Project Manager
Harris Hagerthey was a high school chemistry teacher for 29 years, currently retired, and has worked in the environmental field during the last 18 years. Harris has had extensive experience in the environmental field, including asbestos and lead removal projects, and performing bench chemistry analysis.
Harris has helped coordinate asbestos projects, facilitating communication between building owners, architects, consultants, governmental regulation officials, and removal supervisors.
Education and Professional Certifications
- BS Chemistry, Western Kentucky University
- MA Education, Western Kentucky University
- Sampling and Evaluating Airborne Asbestos Dust NIOSH 582
- Certified Lead Inspector and Risk Assessor Certified AHERA Abatement Supervisor – KY, IN
- Certified AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector – KY, IN
Arthur Lee Stead
Project Manager
Lee Stead joined the Micro-Analytics team full time as of May 2005, after summer only employment for the prior 16 years. He retired from the Jefferson County School District after 29 years of teaching physics and chemistry. His knowledge and experience in these two fields has made him a valuable resource. Lee has provided asbestos abatement monitoring and supervision in a wide variety of settings. Lee has performed hundreds of asbestos and lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments.
Education and Professional Certifications
- BA, Physics, Bellarmine University
- M.Ed., Secondary Education, University of Louisville
- Certified AHERA Asbestos Inspector
- Certified Lead Inspector
- Certified Lead Risk Assessor
- Certified Lead Project Designer
- NIOSH 6100
Jacob Lapsey
Accountant and Website/Application Developer
Jacob Lapsey is an accomplished professional with degrees in Accounting and Computer Science, serving as both an Accountant and Website/Application Developer at Micro-Analytics, Inc. since 2020. Jacob leverages his unique blend of expertise in finance and technology to drive the company’s operational efficiency and digital innovation. Jacob has been instrumental in bridging the gap between finance and technology within the company. In his dynamic role, Jacob expertly blends his deep accounting expertise with his skills in website and application development, driving both operational efficiency and digital innovation. His strong foundation in financial management, coupled with his aptitude for creative solutions, positions him as a key contributor to the company’s growth and efficiency.
At Micro-Analytics, Inc., Jacob’s role is multifaceted. As an accountant, he is responsible for preparing financial reports, assisting with accounts payable and receivable, and invoicing. His strong foundation in accounting ensures that the company’s financial operations are managed with precision and integrity.
In addition to his financial responsibilities, Jacob applies his computer science skills to develop and optimize the company’s digital infrastructure. He oversees the management of the company’s website, online presence, advertising, and project management software, ensuring that these platforms are both effective and user-friendly.
Jacob’s unique ability to integrate financial operations with technological advancements fosters a more cohesive and agile business environment. His multifaceted approach to problem-solving has consistently supported the growth and success of Micro-Analytics, Inc., making him an invaluable asset to the team.
Education and Professional Certifications
- BS, Accounting, IUS
- BS, Computer Science, IUS
Kyle Chiang
Project Manager
Kyle Chiang is a Project Manager with experience in Controlled Environment Certification Services, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Assessments, and Asbestos Inspections. Kyle is also an accredited and registered professional certifier with the Controlled Environment Testing Association Registered Certification Professional (CETA-RCP) for Sterile Compounding Facilities through the CETA National Board of Testing (CNBT). Kyle has certified and worked with both Primary Engineering Control (PEC) units such as Biological Safety Cabinets (BSC), Laminar Airflow Workbench (LAFW), Compounding Aseptic Isolators (CAI), and Fume Hoods from various major manufacturers as well as Secondary Engineering Control (Clean Room Suites).
Education and Professional Certifications
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B.S. Biology, Minor in Microbiology, IUS
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A.A. Chemistry, IUS
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CETA National Board of Testing (CNBT) Registered Cleanroom Professional for Sterile Compounding Facilities
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Member of the Controlled Environmental Testing Association (CETA)