Leadership
The team building and commercializing the CLS Wind platform.
Founders
Kent A. Johnson
CEO
Co-founder and CEO. Over 25 years in oil and gas, including lifting, mooring, and pulling systems. Senior corporate and entrepreneurial roles. Electrical Engineering background, MBA from London Business School and Columbia University. Relocating from Houston to Edinburgh.
Andres C. Garcia
CTO
Co-founder and CTO. Over 25 years in mechanical engineering with a focus on lifting and handling. Co-developer of multiple patents. PhD in Material Science and Engineering. Relocating from Houston to Edinburgh.
Executive team
Mark Yates
COO
Operations, legal documentation, deal structuring, and strategic communications. Relocating from Los Angeles to Edinburgh in 2026.
Jeff Wolfe
CSO
Chief Strategy Officer. Investor outreach, VC strategy, and messaging. Based in New Jersey.