Royce Heslep

Royce Heslep - President

Mr. Royce C. Heslep is co-founder and CEO of Aptia Systems, Inc. Prior to co-founding Aptia Systems in 2002, Royce had his own consulting practice for 7 years. He served as CFO for several entrepreneurial technology ventures. The ventures included computer networks, software development, and internet services. He assisted in the areas of strategic planning, financial modeling, corporate governance, raising capital, and accounting.

Mr. Heslep began his career in corporate finance working for Fortune 1000 companies, American International Group and Global Marine Inc. He has held positions in the areas of financial analysis, budgeting, cash management, corporate planning, accounting, corporate finance and human resources. He was also a Controller for Law Engineering and Environmental Services, an international consulting firm. At Law Engineering he helped launch several operations, assisted with two acquisitions and a spin-off. Royce also created the company’s first MIS department to improve productivity with computer networks and by developing database tools to streamline work processes.

Mr. Heslep is a native Houstonian, received his BBA from the University of Houston and MBA from the University of St. Thomas. He is currently Vice President of the Houston Entrepreneurs’ Forum. He is also a member of the Houston Technology Center Executive Club, MIT Enterprise Forum, The Entrepreneurship Institute and The Entrepreneurs’ Organization. He was a consultant with the Small Business Development Center, helping clients write business plans and obtain financing. He also served on the advisory board of a business incubator mentoring entrepreneurs in the areas of finance and business development. Royce is also actively involved with his sons in The Boy Scouts of America. Royce and his wife Kathleen, have 3 sons and one daughter. Kathleen has a BBA from Texas A&M University, MBA from the University of Houston and is a Certified Public Accountant.