Meet the Team Behind METOS NA
At METOS North America, we’re more than just ag-tech experts, we’re passionate partners in your farming success. Get to know the people behind the METOS NA name, dedicated to supporting your on-farm decisions with reliable insights and personalized service.
Marty is a dynamic leader with a career focused on agricultural technology, autonomous vehicles, variable rate technologies, and IoT devices. He excels in driving growth through key accounts and OEMs, building strong relationships, and leading large teams in transportation, agriculture machinery, and technology industries.
Marty is a specialist in establishing and transforming underdeveloped territories into thriving markets, while maintaining long-term relationships with corporate decision-makers. His expertise spans sales, management, CRM implementation (Salesforce.com, Microsoft Dynamics, Zoho), and a track record of self-motivation, creativity, and goal achievement. As the President of METOS North America, Marty is revolutionizing the industry and delivering cutting-edge solutions for agricultural advancements.
Gerry brings over 30 years of senior financial and leadership experience to his role as the Chief Financial Officer of METOS® North America. With a diverse background encompassing organizations such as Glacier FarmMedia, The Canadian Wheat Board (CWB), and Canada Packers, Gerry has excelled in financial management, logistics, process re-engineering, and international franchise operations.
In his current position, he oversees logistics, inventory, quality control, pricing, contracts, systems, and reporting, ensuring efficient operations and robust financial management for METOS North America’s continued growth and success.
Guy Ash
Guy is a highly experienced agro-meteorologist and earth observations science specialist with a remarkable career spanning 29 years. Beginning as a scientist, researcher, and lecturer at the University of Manitoba, Guy’s expertise in climatology-meteorology and geo-science disciplines led him to develop weather networks with the Province of Manitoba and Canadian Wheat Board. He also served as Chief Meteorologist responsible for weather risk management in the CFL and NHL in Canada.
Currently, as Global Training and Key Accounts Manager for Pessl Instruments and METOS Canada, Guy provides technical support and training for a wide range of IoT solutions, playing a vital role in driving the success of METOS North America through his exceptional industry knowledge and dedication to client empowerment.
Kaitlyn is a dynamic professional serving as the Regional Accounts Manager for the Eastern Region and Marketing & Communications Manager for METOS Canada. She excels in building strong relationships with key accounts while showcasing her creativity and strategic vision in marketing campaigns.
Kaitlyn’s exceptional interpersonal skills, business development experience, and ability to effectively communicate complex ideas make her a valuable asset to the organization.
Sumanth has a background in custom design and manufacturing, and has experience in field testing, new product development, and process improvements including root cause analysis. Holding a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering focused on agriculture equipment development, he is driven by his passion for continuous improvements and exploring and implementing technology to deliver better solutions.
In his role, Sumanth oversees and contributes to internal and external processes, monitoring systems, technician teams, logistics and warehouse operations, working closely with the METOS Canada team to integrate cutting-edge technology into farming practices. His aim is to empower partners with precise decision-making tools and enhance productivity while contributing to technology advancement and the ever-growing need for agricultural produce.
Marcos Bengolea is a seasoned Agricultural Engineer and Certified Agriculture Irrigation Specialist with over 20 years of expertise in sales management, business development, precision agriculture and agronomy, particularly in irrigation and water use efficiency. He excels at building and managing dealer networks and fostering strong customer relationships across international markets.
Marcos is passionate about helping growers achieve greater water use efficiency and improved yields, leveraging his deep technical knowledge and analytical skills to provide impactful solutions and strategic guidance. His career highlights include significant sales growth and pioneering the adoption of new agricultural technologies.
Danielle holds a degree in Animal Science from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) and has spent the last two years gaining practical experience in both the golf and ag tech industries. This background has provided her with a unique skill set that blends a deep understanding of agricultural science with cutting-edge technological solutions.
Having grown up with a passion for golf, Danielle has always appreciated the values of precision, dedication, and continuous improvement and brings these qualities to this role.
David Simard is an enthusiastic sales professional with a deep understanding of sales processes, having managed the complete product and service portfolio for potential and existing dealers. David excels in interpersonal communication, fostering strong relationships with dealers across eastern Canada, and is a dependable business partner to all established and prospective customers.
David maintains a positive attitude and eager mindset, always ready to tackle new challenges and deliver solutions. He is also adept at developing and implementing marketing materials and strategies to increase brand visibility and generate leads, as well as planning and executing participation in trade shows and industry events.
As a dedicated Production Assistant at Metos USA, Edgar Mariscal supports both the technical and logistical sides of their operations. His role involves assisting customers with product-related questions and providing troubleshooting support to ensure quick and effective resolutions. He also handles the building and shipping of stations, ensuring each product meets quality standards before reaching the customer.
Known for being helpful, fast, reliable, and hands-on, Edgar takes pride in maintaining a high work ethic and consistently strives to deliver products on time. His goal is to provide dependable service and support to customers while contributing to the smooth day-to-day operations of the team.
Roger’s professional background spans soil science, crop production, agricultural extension and research. He holds a Master’s degree in Soil Science, and his expertise lies in integrating soil science with data-driven technologies to support sustainable crop production.
Roger serves as the Precision Ag Specialist for METOS® Canada. In this role, he manages the inventory of precision Ag IoT devices, overseeing installation and repairs, troubleshooting, technical training, and system optimization across Canada. Through collaboration with farmers, dealers, and partners, he ensures the effective use of precision technologies to improve agricultural productivity. With the growing global need for sustainable food production, Roger is passionate about advancing the Ag industry through the use of precision technology to support informed agronomic decisions.