The team building and commercializing CLS Wind.
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Andres C. Garcia
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Technology Officer
Over 25 years in mechanical engineering with a focus on lifting and handling systems, and co-developer of multiple heavy-lift patents (including a structural design for Volvo). PhD in Material Science and Engineering, and a Director of The Houston Engineering Center, University of Texas System. Career includes IP litigation work that informs CLS Wind's commercial discipline with large counterparties. Director of CLS Wind (UK) Ltd.
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Mark Yates
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
20 years as a business and technology executive in operations, finance, process, planning, control, performance improvement, and operational strategy.
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Jeff Wolfe
Chief Strategy Officer
Energy and cleantech industry leader and serial entrepreneur with broad experience introducing new materials and methods in energy system sales, construction, and operation.
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Dr. Alan Lowdon OBE
Principal Strategic Advisor
OBE recipient with deep experience across the United Kingdom offshore renewables ecosystem, innovation programs, and government-backed funding routes.
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Adam Hollis
UK Consultant
United Kingdom-based consultant with extensive experience supporting a major offshore wind developer, managing complex supply chains, and securing innovation grant funding.
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In memoriam
Kent A. Johnson
Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer · 1966–2026
Kent co-founded CLS Wind and led it as Chief Executive Officer. The company he built carries his vision forward.
Remembering Kent