Derrick Watts – Founder and President

I founded HGCEF to help Hawaii Golf Course employees who face financial hardship. Throughout my experience on the Hawaiian Islands, I have seen employees face the hardest challenges and sometimes they have little support from friends and family. My biggest goal is to help as many employees and families as possible through our charitable organization.

Scott Main – Vice President

Scott, CGCS, is Director of Golf Maintenance at Nanea Golf Club and previously spent three years at Mauna Kea Resort. He has worked at courses throughout the country including New York, Texas, California, Maryland, and Ohio.  Scott attended The Ohio State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy.  His passion for turf is rooted in an appreciation for nature, viewing himself as “a glorified dirt farmer living the dream.” 

Forrest Belter – Treasurer

Forrest has been involved within the golf industry here in Hawaii for over 15 years and he is very excited to join the Board of Directors. He is currently employed at the Royal Kona Resort as the Food and Beverage Operations Manager.

John Addison – Secretary

John Addision currently works at Kohanaiki as an Assistant Superintendent. He joined the foundation with the mission of helping Hawaii Golf Course Employees improve their quality of life.

Maly Romero – Marketing

Maly Romero holds 10 years of experience in marketing, social media management, and strategic planning. She holds sharp analytical skills to ensure that marketing plans mirror and reflect the mission and goals of any organization she gets involved in. She loves being of service and she always provides a helping hand to those in need. Maly has a drive for creating new fundraising opportunities for the foundation and she seeks creative solutions to achieve the financial goals.