Wayne Gearey

Dr. Wayne Gearey is a Lecturer of Geospatial Information Sciences in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas. He brings over 25 years of professional experience in developing analytical models and geospatial solutions for government and commercial clients, influencing strategic organizational decision-making.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Social Science, Coventry University
• MSc in Geographical Information Systems, University of Salford
• BA in Political Science, University of Calgary

Dr. Gearey's research focuses on location economics, which involves identifying optimal business locations that align with strategic and financial goals. His work integrates geospatial information science with labor economics and site selection, enabling data-driven decisions in urban planning and economic development.

His recent publications explore the methodological use of GIS in health research, particularly in defining spatial units and analyzing neighborhood characteristics. These works emphasize rigorous spatial modeling and data integration for public health applications.

Scientific Recognition:

• Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society

Dr. Gearey contributes to both academic and policy discussions, as seen in media commentary on business location trends following major legal decisions. He has served in professional governance roles, including as US expert representative for the International Federation of Sport Climbing (2019–2021) and committee member at USA Climbing (2020–2023), focusing on safe sport policies. While no formal advisees are listed, his leadership in applied research and industry collaboration suggests mentorship and team leadership in professional settings.

He is affiliated with Savills and Area Development, and actively engages in public discourse on economic geography and workforce planning.