Locally Based in kona

Solving Technical Challenges So You Can Focus on Your Business

CREST is led by Johnny Villarreal, a Stanford-educated, technically trained engineer with over 15 years of hands-on experience solving design, manufacturing, and development strategy challenges in large corporations and small start-ups.

Johnny has always been purpose-driven: developing life-saving heart implants, enhancing product & service designs to improve both end-user experience and manufacturing efficiency, leading design-for-manufacturing initiatives to reduce costs and time-to-market, and implementing production data tracking to drive smart prioritization.

At CREST – Clear & Real, Engineering Solutions Team – we are committed to helping Big Island businesses thrive. When real, practical solutions are applied, businesses win, customers win, and lasting value is created for everyone involved.

What Our Clients Say About Us

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Average Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 50 reviews

Client Feedback

The professionalism and knowledge of the CREST team made a significant difference in our project outcomes. We highly recommend their services to anyone looking for engineering expertise.

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David Brown

Outstanding Results Achieved

The results we achieved with CREST’s guidance were beyond our expectations. Their strategic approach and attention to detail helped us navigate complex challenges effectively.

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Emily Johnson

Transformative Engineering Solutions

CREST provided us with innovative solutions that significantly improved our manufacturing processes. Their expertise and dedication were evident throughout the project, leading to remarkable results.

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Michael Smith

Exceptional Service and Support

Working with CREST was a game-changer for our business. Their team not only understood our challenges but also delivered tailored solutions that exceeded our expectations. We saw a 30% increase in efficiency!

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Sarah Lee