Contact the HGP Team!

Everyone at Hawaii Grower Products has been involved in Hawaii's horticulture industry for years. Why? For one reason, they love it! HGP is a locally owned business, committed to improving the industry, the community, and the Hawaiian archipelago at large. We don't have headquarters; our top managers work in the field. We all work as a team, constantly striving to improve our service, solve problems, and assist customers with the best product choices and application. Here's who we are:

Ken Findeisen - HGP President & Owner
Ken is a hip guy. He's into grass, golf and his new ipod (Macs rock!). But he also runs a tight business, one where the client is always satisfied. After graduating with a degree in Crop Science from Oregon State in 1979, Ken identified a need for his newfound knowledge back in Hawaii. And what better place to get something growin' than Maui? Ken moved to Maui and immediately went to work for Hawaiian Sugar Planters' Association. There he researched hybrids and experimented with growth-regulators, and herbicides for the sugar cane crop (and it was at HSPA that he earned the nickname Chemical Ken!). Ken continued his work until starting at HGP in the mid-'80s, where he managed and became VP until co-purchasing the company in 1997 with Gilbert Araki, Vice President. As they say, the rest is history.

Carole Satoshige - Maui Sales Representative
Carole represents the female corner of HGP. She's the backbone of the office, the heavyweight champion of endless paperwork (she's to thank for your bill!). Born and raised on Maui, Carole grew up with Hawaiian flora and fauna and quickly joined the industry with Brewer Environmental; she then moved on to Kula Produce & Furniture and banded with HGP in 1998. Carole really enjoys the tight-knit community at HGP. And speaking of 'knit,' Carole is an incredible seamstress! She displays (and sells) her artistry at local fairs and events on Maui.

Kevin Boteilho - Maui Sales Representative
Kevin is a great guy. Why? Because he does 'anything and everything!' (self-quote). For real. And this is what makes him such a good salesperson. If you don't like A, he'll get you B. And if you can't stand B, he'll introduce C. Kevin's aim to please and flexibility reflect his background in the industry; Kevin has been with HGP since 1994 and for two years prior he worked for Maui Pine. Kevin likes HGP, and he likes people, but he also has a hidden passion - he's really into his 4-wheel drive. A Toyota Tacoma. He just can't help himself.

David Toyama - Maui Sales Representative
David is an avid fisherman, catching (or not) ocean critters in the early morning hours of his days off. Born and raised on Maui, David found his way to HGP in 2004, from a career as a Golf Superintendent with Maui Country Club. He was once an enthusiastic golfer, now not so much…David has managed to squeeze more hours in his day, by day you’ll find him running a tight ship at HGP and by night you can find him behind the scenes in the warehouse at Longs Drug Store. When does this guy sleep?

Tony Martelles – Warehouse Manager/Lead Driver
Tony is the most experienced driver in all of Maui, he actually possesses every single kind of vehicle license there is to have. We call him our Sensei of All Things Moving. He began his career with HGP in 2002, but the relationship began much sooner than that. Tony watched the construction of HGP from the seat of his Budweiser truck and friend of a friend suggested he give them a call, and the rest is history. In his spare time, Tony is the president of the Charties of Light, a Christian motorcycle group. As you can see, Tony is all about being on the road, be sure and give a honk next time you see him.

Peter Anthony Ballerini - Big Island Sales Representative
Peter, Peter, Peter, what shall we say? Peter was born and raised in Hilo, and received a Bachelor of Science in Tropical Horticulture from University of Hawaii, Hilo Campus. After school, he spent 8 years as Nursery Manager for Floral Resources and joined the HGP staff in 2000. A curious fellow, Peter enjoys leaning about HGP's product and likes sharing his knowledge with clients. And he really digs the HGP staff. Peter is a big guy, standing 6 feet 4 inches, and likes basketball and enjoys pretending he has a brother on the Philadelphia 76ers (who stands a foot taller than him!). Peter's favorite plant is Ironwood.

John Marshall - Big Island Sales Representative
John is funny guy who's been "all over" (another self-quote). Born in Southern California, John transplanted to Kona at some point and miraculously started working at HGP in 1998. Here's what we do know about John: he hates it when Peter steals his pen from his desk, and his favorite plant is Gardenia (secret romantic?). Oh, and he has a dog name Jake. In addition to sales, John's tasks include running the office, warehousing, and making deliveries. By deduction, one can tell that John is pretty essential to the HGP process. And he likes HGP because he works with fun people who are part of a growing company. He's a forward-thinker.

William Agustin Jr. - Big Island Warehouse Manager
Bill is originally from someplace called Paauilo (anyone who knows this place gets 10 points). Bill has spent 10 years in the landscaping business, having worked at the prestigious Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and then joined HGP in 2002. Bill is the guy in the know- he's more than capable of running the warehouse, maintaining stock, pulling supplies, and keeping things clean. Bill is a people person. He likes the HGP staff and enjoys meeting clients, and exceeding their expectations. Bill's favorite plant is Pikake and he has some dogs.

To reach Bill, please email bill@hawaiigrowerproducts.com or call 808.326.7555.

Tony Page - Big Island Sales Representative
Tony knows his way around a computer, whether it is keeping the office machines humming or gaming online. As Office Manager, Tony has the office running smoothly and is the all around go to guy. Tony has been with HGP since 2005 and is a lifelong Kona boy. Please don’t get him started talking about classic cars….besides his daughter "Chevy Love" there’s probably nothing he loves more.