PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n SITECH Hawaii www.sitechhawaii.com Our construction management professionals organize, lead and manage the people, materials and processes of utilizing Trimble construction technology. Serving Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, and Saipan. n Hawthorne Cat www.hawthornecat.com Hawthorne Cat is the authorized Cat® dealer for construction and power equipment serving the San Diego County since 1956. The company’s territory also includes Hawaii, Guam, Saipan, and American Samoa. n Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry www.construction.papemachinery.com Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry, a family-owned business since 1938, offers new and used John Deere equipment, rentals, parts and repair services. With five locations across Hawaii, Papé Machinery provides expert support for construction, paving, and agriculture needs, ensuring maximum uptime for our customers. To support this, Goodfellow Bros. conducts extensive internal training programs, supplemented by these external educational opportunities. The company also offers internships in partnership with several colleges and universities, creating a pipeline for future industry leaders. By investing in people, embracing technology, and maintaining strong industry and community partnerships, Goodfellow Bros. is poised for continued growth and success. As it enters the next century of operations, the company remains dedicated to building a stronger, more resilient Hawaii—one project at a time. Employees are encouraged to participate in community service, and the company supports this by offering full-time salaried staff a paid leave program for charitable activities. Goodfellow Bros. also supports local youth sports teams, sponsors scholarships for high school students, and assists with park and playground renovations. Recent initiatives have included a company-wide blood drive and fundraising efforts for the MakeA-Wish Foundation, where employees collectively raised funds to send a young leukemia patient to Japan. “We keep track of all that… I want to ensure that all of my leaders are contributing, because being part of our communities is a real focal point since Hawaii is such a tight community,” Brown states. This commitment to social responsibility strengthens the company’s ties to the communities it serves and reinforces its role as more than just a construction firm—it is a community partner. Goodfellow Bros. recognizes that its greatest asset is its people both in the community and within the company. Looking ahead, the company is committed to expanding and strengthening its presence in Hawaii. With a new generation entering the workforce, the company is focused on providing structured career development plans, mentorship programs, and ongoing training to retain top talent. A key focus is attracting and retaining local talent, particularly students who leave the islands for education but seek career opportunities back home. Through targeted outreach, scholarships, and career development programs, the company aims to bring these individuals into its workforce and provide long-term career stability. “We’ve seen that the younger generation is eager for training and feedback,” Brown says. “They want to know their career path and how they can grow within the company.” 38 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 04
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