--- title: Our Story --- [Skip to content](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/our-story#main-content) [![HSE_Logo_Header_Bar 5](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HSE_Logo_Header_Bar%205.png?width=220&height=99&name=HSE_Logo_Header_Bar%205.png)](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com) - [How It Works](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/how-it-works) - Solutions Show submenu for Solutions - [Power Production](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/power-production) - [Emission Reduction](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/emission-reduction) - [Operational Cost Reduction](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/operational-cost-reduction) - [Increased Cooling Capacity](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/increased-cooling-capacity) - [The Team](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/our-story) - [Home](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com) - [How It Works](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/how-it-works) - Solutions Show submenu for Solutions - [Power Production](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/power-production) - [Emission Reduction](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/emission-reduction) - [Operational Cost Reduction](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/operational-cost-reduction) - [Increased Cooling Capacity](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/increased-cooling-capacity) - [The Team](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/our-story) ![menu-toggle-svg (1)](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hubfs/menu-toggle-svg%20(1).svg) ![menu-close-svg](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hubfs/menu-close-svg.svg) [Download Brochure](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hubfs/HE75%20Cutsheet.pdf?hsLang=en) # A Team United by Purpose, Driven by Innovation We envision a world where industrial efficiency and environmental responsibility go hand-in-hand, building a cleaner, more resilient future for generations to come ![banner](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hubfs/banner.png) ![IMGP3253](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hubfs/IMGP3253.jpg) ## Our Story Heat source energy was founded with a bold idea: to unlock the potential of low-grade heat for clean power generation. Since our inception, we have focused on pushing the boundaries of heat conversion technology, overcoming industry challenges, and achieving breakthrough results. Today, we are proud to be a leader in sustainable energy solutions, driven by our commitment to efficiency, innovation, and environmental stewardship. ## Business Experience of Directors, Officers and Key Independent Contractors Our team brings together experts in engineering, environmental science, and business innovation, each passionate about advancing clean energy. Led by industry veterans and visionaries, we are dedicated to designing and delivering impactful solutions that align with our clients’ needs. ![Screenshot 2025-02-06 at 10.38.39 AM](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-02-06%20at%2010.38.39%20AM.png?width=1500&height=1587&name=Screenshot%202025-02-06%20at%2010.38.39%20AM.png) #### Bert Hensley ***Director and Acting Chief Executive Officer*** Bert Hensley is the Acting CEO and majority investor in Heat Source Energy. Bert has been leading the overall strategy of the business since 2018. ###### See More Bert has also been the Chairman and owner of Morgan Samuels Company, a top tier executive search firm since 1997. Bert was previously a General Partner of Meridian Strategies, Inc. a spin-off of McKinsey & Company. Prior to joining Meridian Strategies, Bert was a Building and Project Manager at LaSalle Partners, an Associate Brand Manager at Kraft-General Foods and a helicopter pilot in the US Army. Bert holds a JD from Loyola Law School, and Master of Science in Business Administration from Boston University, and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from West Point. Bert is married to Kate Hensley. ![CameraShy-2_websize](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hubfs/CameraShy-2_websize.jpg) #### Keith S. Johnson ***Director, Founder and CTO*** Keith Johnson is a world class inventor and Founder of HSE. He leads all R&D and actively participates in the operations as needed. ###### See More Keith invented the world’s lowest temperature heat engine and other groundbreaking technologies that has led to the production of HSE’s Flagship Product, the Dual Heat Engine. His vision and extraordinary engineering capability led to the numerous patents and designs that has allowed HSE to produce the most amount of electricity from low temperatures. Before founding HSE, Keith is a Master Electrician who started in the industry at age 16. He has contracted many large electrical and HVAC commercial projects and has owned and operated various commercial businesses. ![unnamed](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hubfs/unnamed.jpg) #### Janet L. Johnson ***Director, Co-Founder, Secretary and Treasurer*** Janet Johnson is a Co-Founder of the HSE. She has served multiple functions in HSE and as primary support to Keith in developing the heat engine prototypes. ###### See More Specifically, Janet built the base for the company’s business infrastructure. She has a background in construction as she sub-divided property and designed and contracted for mountain houses in Idaho. Janet is passionate about renewable energy. Together with Keith, they have worked on several renewable energy projects. Janet is married to Keith Johnson. ![Ken](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ken.jpg?width=2500&height=2500&name=Ken.jpg) #### Ken Warton ***Founder and CEO of Quality Electrical Systems (QES)*** Ken Worton is the founder and CEO of Quality Electrical Systems (QES), a Utah-based electrical equipment manufacturer and solutions provider specializing in custom, industrial-scale power systems. With Ken driving both technical innovation and quality assurance, QES has become a trusted partner for clients needing high-reliability, engineered power solutions. His customers include Siemens, ABB, GE, and Google.  ![Ron Crowell](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ron%20Crowell.jpg?width=314&height=441&name=Ron%20Crowell.jpg) #### Ronald B. Crowell ***Contractor and Chief Financial Officer*** Ron Crowell is the acting CFO of HSE and is building the HSE finance function infrastructure to enable the company to scale. ###### See More Separately, he is the Managing Director of RKBC Financial LLC and has over 40 years of experience with a foundation in technical accounting (KPMG – US & Singapore) and a proven ability to drive operational efficiencies, winning business strategies, and superior financial results.  Ron has served in a variety of roles, from CFO to Vice President of Finance; Controller; Strategic Planning; Asset Management; Director of Audit; and Financial Planning, Operations, and Analysis. He has effectively executed restructurings and reinvented finance and accounting organizations across various industries and company sizes from Fortune 100 to start-ups. Ron is a Certified Public Accountant (inactive) and a Chartered Global Management Accountant as well as a member of Financial Executives International with Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and in Finance.  ## Discover how Heat Source Energy can turn your waste heat into powerful savings. [Talk With Our Team](https://www.heatsourceenergy.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) ## Learn more about  Heat Source Energy Stay up to date on new Insights, expert advice, and more. 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