Experience That Moves Agriculture Forward
For nearly a century, Bennett has worked alongside growers to help agricultural operations perform at their best. Today, that legacy continues with new ideas, new capabilities, and the same commitment to the people who depend on us.
Bennett in the 1950s
Orville Bennett in 1945
Company Sign From the 1980s
A New Generation
Today, Bennett is building on that legacy with a broader approach to supporting agricultural operations. By bringing together expertise in plant health, energy systems, and water infrastructure, our company helps operations improve performance across the systems that matter most.
While the tools and technologies have advanced, the foundation of the company remains the same. Bennett continues to operate with the values that shaped its early years: practical thinking, reliable service, and a commitment to the long-term success of the people and communities it serves.
With deep roots in California’s Central Valley and work supporting agricultural regions beyond it, Bennett is positioned to continue supporting agriculture for decades to come.
Mission & Purpose
Bennett exists to help agricultural operations produce more with greater efficiency and responsibility. We work alongside growers to strengthen the systems that support their operations, helping them improve performance while using resources more effectively.
Our approach is grounded in practical solutions, long-term partnerships, and responsible stewardship of the land and water that sustain agriculture.
“We exist to strengthen food and water security. Everything we do is centered on helping agriculture use resources more efficiently and produce more with less.”
Tyler Bennett, CEO
Meet Our Team
Tyler Bennett
CEO
Tyler Bennett has over 15 years of experience leading companies that provide innovative agricultural solutions across both California and Hawaii. A Cal Poly MBA graduate, he specializes in water conservation, clean energy, plant nutrition, and sustainable agricultural business development.
Sean Mahoney
Director, Plant Health
Sean Mahoney brings 26+ years of expertise in crop nutrition, soil health, and water management to his work at Bennett. A Pepperdine graduate, he has led innovative fertigation and nutrient management programs for private and institutional growers across California.
Kurtis Douglas
Director, Water & Energy
Kurtis leads Bennett's mission to help Central California growers optimize efficiency and reduce energy costs. A U.S. Army veteran and pilot with an MBA from Embry-Riddle, he brings over a decade of leadership in agricultural water and energy solutions.
Brett Curtis
Chief Operating Officer
Brett brings hands-on operational experience rooted in irrigation systems and agricultural services to the Bennett team. With a background in supervision and sales at Bennett & Bennett Irrigation Systems, he provides deep institutional knowledge to guide our company's day-to-day operations.
James Bengtson
Chief Procurement Officer
James has over a decade of experience across procurement, production, and estimating in the agricultural water, chemical, and fertilizer industry. A UC Davis graduate, he has grown with the Bennett organization through progressive leadership roles in Central California.
Dan Martinez
Chief Financial Officer
Dan's impressive career spans growth-stage companies, turnarounds, and private equity-backed organizations. An MBA graduate and Certified M&A Professional, he specializes in capital structuring, risk management, and translating complex financial data into strategic action.
Elizabeth Marie
Director, Human Resources
Elizabeth brings deep roots in California agriculture through leadership roles at the California Farm Bureau, PLANT Foundation, and Bennett Environmental. A Cal Poly graduate, she specializes in HR operations, strategic planning, and organizational development.
Meet Our Team
Tyler Bennett
CEO
Tyler Bennett has over 15 years of experience leading companies that provide innovative agricultural solutions across both California and Hawaii. A Cal Poly MBA graduate, he specializes in water conservation, clean energy, plant nutrition, and sustainable agricultural business development.
Sean Mahoney
Director, Plant Health
Sean Mahoney brings 26+ years of expertise in crop nutrition, soil health, and water management to his work at Bennett. A Pepperdine graduate, he has led innovative fertigation and nutrient management programs for private and institutional growers across California.
Kurtis Douglas
Director, Water & Energy
Kurtis leads Bennett's mission to help Central California growers optimize efficiency and reduce energy costs. A U.S. Army veteran and pilot with an MBA from Embry-Riddle, he brings over a decade of leadership in agricultural water and energy solutions.
Brett Curtis
Chief Operating Officer
Brett brings hands-on operational experience rooted in irrigation systems and agricultural services to the Bennett team. With a background in supervision and sales at Bennett & Bennett Irrigation Systems, he provides deep institutional knowledge to guide our company's day-to-day operations.
James Bengtson
Chief Procurement Officer
James has over a decade of experience across procurement, production, and estimating in the agricultural water, chemical, and fertilizer industry. A UC Davis graduate, he has grown with the Bennett organization through progressive leadership roles in Central California.
Dan Martinez
Chief Financial Officer
Dan's impressive career spans growth-stage companies, turnarounds, and private equity-backed organizations. An MBA graduate and Certified M&A Professional, he specializes in capital structuring, risk management, and translating complex financial data into strategic action.
Elizabeth Marie
Director, Human Resources
Elizabeth brings deep roots in California agriculture through leadership roles at the California Farm Bureau, PLANT Foundation, and Bennett Environmental. A Cal Poly graduate, she specializes in HR operations, strategic planning, and organizational development.