Kenneth Heater

Kenneth Heater is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in founding and leading companies across various sectors. As President and CEO of METSS Corporation since 1994, Kenneth has focused on providing solutions for technical challenges faced by government and industry clients. In addition, Kenneth co-founded Chorus in 2020, which addresses disease transmission through innovative pathogen elimination solutions. Kenneth also established DFNX Products, an approved manufacturer of hydraulic fluids for the US Navy, and co-founded PerformanX Specialty Chemicals, specializing in surfactants. Previous ventures include Geo-Tech Polymers, an industry leader in post-industrial plastics recycling, and Glacial Technologies, which developed eco-friendly deicing products. Kenneth's prior role as Principal Research Scientist at Battelle involved managing advanced spectroscopy programs and studying the impact of hazardous materials on various substances. Academic qualifications include a PhD, MS, and BSE in Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering from Duke University.