About Tradewinds Global

Tradewinds Global is an award-winning export management and marketing company located in Honolulu, Hawaii.  We serve as a bridge to connect companies, their ideas, products and services with Asian markets. By providing innovative solutions in web-based localized marketing as well as world-class account representation and consulting, Tradewinds Global connects world markets in a common language.

Tradewinds Global’s area of focus is Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, and Singapore.  While the company deals with several types of products and industries, its strength is on consumer brands with an emphasis on lifestyle products.

Working with Tradewinds Global is a win-win for both the supplier and distributor. Suppliers benefit from our experience in exporting and international marketing, while importers / distributors benefit from a sales team dedicated solely to international sales and customer service. Our trade experience helps both the supplier and the importer, assisting both parties for the best possible business outcomes.

Kevin Kraft started Tradewinds Global in 2005 to connect US companies with world markets.  Having lived and worked abroad in Japan, Micronesia, and Costa Rica, Kevin understands how US brands can excel overseas.   There is a unique business culture that surrounds every product and relationship. Understanding this international business culture and the opportunity at hand has always been vital to the company to establish long term successful export management and marketing.

Kevin is a member of the Hawaii Pacific Export Council and is the recipient of the Department of Commerce Achievement Award and the SBA’s 2010 Small Business Exporter of the Year for the City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii.