The idea of this effort was the original idea of an ecological cosmetics manufacturer, Ian Ratowsky. Costa Rica Natural then married Earth University's ecological drive with the Siman Group's paper infrastructure. Costa Rica Natural was the result of these efforts. Costa Rica Natural is the work of many people from distinctively different walks of life. Although Ian and Alvaro are no longer with the Company, but there spirit and energy is still felt. Harry Johansing runs the company from both Costa Rica & Ventura, California; Ian & Harry's paper and product knowledge is world-renowned. When not traveling & working with Costa Natural Paper Company he is surfing or consulting with other Tree - Free paper mills. sgdh