Andrew Heiligman
​Engineer & President ​

Andrew (AJ) Heiligman started ACES Energy in 2009 with the goal of introducing sustainable heating and cooling practices to the people of Western New York. AJ holds a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering from Clarkson University, is an IGSHPA Accredited Geothermal installer and a founding member of NY Geo. 

Zack Parker
​Operations Coordinator

Zack has been with ACES for almost half a decade! In his time with ACES he has grown his knowledge of geothermal heating and cooling, and solar PV. You can find Zack in the office ensuring day-to-day operations are going as planned, or out in the field checking in on current jobs. In his spare time, Zack enjoys tending to his farm. Fun fact about Zack: He completed a self sufficient hike of the Appalachian Trail.

Belle Beachner
​Director of Marketing

Belle joined the ACES team in 2017 with a background in education. Today, she serves as our director of marketing with a focus on our social media platforms, websites, and community outreach campaigns: GroundUp and HeatSmart CNY. Belle is an IGSHPA Accredited Geothermal installer and is working to grow her career in the heat pump industry. When she is not capturing videos of an install with our drone, she can be found snowmobiling in the ADKs or with her Old English Sheepdog, Archie. 

Doug Grove
Project Manager

Doug comes to ACES with years of experience as a Navy diver, and 25 years of experience in various construction management fields. He can be found on all job sites during the day, and at night running his BBQ catering business. 

Lance Miller
Senior HVAC & Geothermal Installer

Lance has worked for ACES from the start of his career in Geothermal and Solar. Over the last ten years, Lance's understanding and education of both geothermal and solar has grown as the company has expanded. Lance's goal is to give you the most efficient heating and cooling system available, and provide quality workmanship. Lance is an IGSHPA Accredited Geothermal Installer and has all the tools necessary to start heating your home with the free energy in your backyard!

Zak Richards
​Solar Installer

Zak has experience with both Geothermal heating and cooling systems, and Solar PV systems. You will find him installing and wiring solar systems daily, keeping our customers happy, and ensuring solar energy production! In addition to being a dedicated solar installer, he is also a martial arts instructor!

Pete Shortt
Excavation Expert

With over 25+ years of excavation experience, Pete is essential to the team to ensure that loopfields are dug correctly. He prides himself in his ability to work efficiently and effectively; allowing for your dig to last as little as 2 days!

Mark Brown-Drew
​Geothermal Installer

Mark came to work with ACES with experience in construction, and a goal of building his skills in the geothermal industry. On the job, you will find Mark fusing pipe, installing heat pumps, and more. When Mark is not installing your geothermal system, he enjoys riding his Harley motorcycle!