202 North Main - P.O. Box 277 - Joplin, MO 64801

  Bob Heiniger, (Left), and Larry Hirshey in "the early days" of C.E.S.

   Covert Electric Supply, Inc. was created in 1990 by three longtime area veterans of the Electrical Business, Bob Heiniger, Larry Hirshey, and Roy Stephens. Bob and Larry had worked several years at a local branch of General Electric Supply, their background was in the Industrial and MRO sector and over the years they developed strong relationships with major manufacturing facilities all over the four state area. Roy too had longtime relationships he forged in the many years he owned Covert Electric Machine, Inc., a local electric motor supply and rewind shop.   Since starting the company they have strived to offer superior customer service and a wide range of products. 

  In 2005 Larry Hirshey passed away due to a long illness. He was a mentor and friend to many employees and customers of the company he co-founded. Larry will be always be remembered for being an avid golfer, car enthusiast, family man, and just a great all-round guy... he will be missed by many.

Bob Heiniger - President - Founder -  Industrial and OEM sales. In the industry since 1978. Organized CES in 1990.

Jeff Sommer - Contractor Sales -   Large job quotations, Project management.  In the industry since 1981. Joined CES in 1991.

Ken Platner - Industrial and OEM sales - Started with CES 1995. 

Larry Polston - Industrial and OEM sales - In the industry since 1981 - Started with CES 1999. 

Nick Hirshey - Office Manager / MIS - Started with CES 1997.

Rob Russell - Inside Sales - Large job quotations, Project management.  - Started with CES 2001.

Rob Olds - Inside Sales - Started with CES 2002. 

Steve Miller - Counter Sales - Started with CES 2005.

Bob Heiniger Sr. - Warehouse / Delivery - Started with CES 1997.

Gail Wade - Warehouse / Delivery - Started with CES 2003.

Caroline Morrison - Bookkeeping - Started with CES 1995.

Scott West - Counter Sales - Started with CES 2007.

Julie Long - Bookkeeping - Started with CES 2001.

Roger Thompson - Warehouse / Inventory - Started with CES 1999.