John Kliem

John Kliem is a seasoned operations and engineering executive currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at CAS Holdings since April 2023. Prior experience includes serving as the Director of Engineering Technology and Innovation at Carrier Fire & Security from May 2018 to April 2023, overseeing engineering across multiple locations and managing global gas suppression and detection products. Kliem's tenure at UTC Climate, Controls & Security spanned from September 2014 to October 2021, where responsibilities included Director of Quality and Product Safety Officer, as well as Director of Operations, managing multiple international sites. Kliem began the career at UTC Fire & Security, advancing from Production Manager to Senior Analyst Materials. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Energy Systems, an MBA in Finance, and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, all from prominent institutions.