References - Bezona Botanical


		Bezona Botanical Inc. President, Hawaii Island, Hawaii, 1995 – Present Operates and manages a commercial and residential landscape firm encompassing consultation, design, planning, installation and maintenance; including irrigation and project renovation. About us: Bezona Botanical, Inc. is an award winning, comprehensive landscape contracting firm that specializes in commercial and high-end residential landscape projects. Over three decades of experience, and a proven track record, has resulted in numerous satisfied clients. Bezona Botanical’s credentials, experience, workmanship and honesty along with a continued maintenance program, differentiates us from any other landscape contractor in West Hawaii. Residential Resort Installations include: Hokuli’a, Kohala Ranch, Mauna Lani, and Mauna Kea Residential Resort Maintenance accounts include: Hokuli’a, Hualalai, Kukio, Kohala Ranch, Mauna Lani, Mauna Kea Residential Renovation projects include: 3 -Waterfront residences Ali’i Drive, Kailua-Kona Commercial Installation projects include: Kona Auto Center
		Horticultural Consultant, West Hawaii, Hawaii, 1995 – Present Provides commercial landscape and irrigation design, and renovation consultation. Analyzes plant and soil health for optimal growth potential. Evaluates disease and unusual growth patterns and prescribes treatment. Administers training and continued education of landscape maintenance teams. Consulting directly with the General Managers/Board of Directors of the following Big Island properties: Kanaloa at Kona, Keauhou Estates, Keauhou Surf and Racquet Club, Kona Makai, Kona Auto Center, Royal Kona Resort, and The Shores at Waikoloa.
		Kukio Homeowners Association- Landscape Manager, Hawaii Island, 2005-2006 Hawaii Managed a crew of 37 people responsible for maintaining all common areas along roadways. Responsible for maintaining shrubs and ground covers on golf course. Accountable for the evaluation and implementation of all maintenance programs.
		Hawaii Grower Products, Inc. - Big Island Branch Manager, Hawaii Island, 1998 – 2006 Hawaii Distribute horticultural supplies throughout the Big Island. Hire and train staff. Increased sales by over 300%. Experience includes interpretation and analysis of soil and water test results; observation and diagnosis of plant and turf grass maladies; making recommendations for agronomic and chemical inputs needed to achieve desired results.
		Gentry Ranch- Landscape Manager, Kohala, 1993 – 1995 Hawaii Landscape design, installation, and maintenance for well-known Hawaii developer, Tom Gentry, on his 45-acre private estate at Kohala Ranch. Supervised and managed landscape contractors and subcontractors.
		Prior to 1993 - Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company- Landscape Manager, CA, FL, HI Figi Graphics, Inc.- Landscape Manager, San Diego, CA Kona Hilton Hotel – Landscape Consultant, Kona, Hawaii The Landscape Works - Landscape Foreman, Oahu, Hawaii