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AGENDA
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Holiday Inn & Suites
Bellingham, WA
Continental Breakfast and Networking
Welcome and Opening Remarks:
Peter Philips, Colibri Northwest
Bobby Briscoe, Port of Bellingham Commissioner
Chefs Speak:
A panel of local chefs and retailers will share with the audience how they choose wild seafood, and what they look for in a wild seafood vendor: Price point, portioning, delivery and species availability will be discussed.
Moderator:
Peter Philips, Colibri Northwest
Panelists:
Chef Matthew Boudousquie, Bistro at Shuksan
Chef Shubert Ho, Feedme Hospitality & Restaurant Group
Chef Brock Johnson, TD & Co.
Chef Victor Steinbrueck, Local Tide
Coffee Break and Networking
Case Studies in Direct Marketing
Direct marketing is an attractive business model, but it isn’t for everybody. We’ll discuss the hurdles and alternatives to marketing direct to the restaurant and retailer. We’ll hear from those engaged in direct marketing about the challenges and opportunities for the independent commercial fisherman.
Moderator:
Jenna Keeton, Washington Sea Grant
Panelists:
Kwasi Addae, Washington State Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
Molly Bold, Westport Marina, Port of Grays Harbor
Chelsea Keutmann, Sea to Shore Seafood
Rob Seitz, F/V South Bay
Lunch – Roundtables
Join moderators and speakers for a more intimate discussion of the subjects of the day as you enjoy lunch.
- Nicole Baker, Net Your Problem
- Cari Chan, Bellingham Dockside Market
- Dr. Carolynn Culver, PhD, California Sea Grant
- Jamie Doyle, Oregon Sea Grant
- Jenna Keeton, Washington Sea Grant
- Don Pease, NOAA Financial Services Division
- Chef Victor Steinbrueck, Local Tide
Assistance Programs for the Commercial Fishing Family Business
Washington, Oregon and California Sea Grant representatives will share information about the programs they offer to help West Coast independent fishing families survive and thrive as direct marketers and small businesses.
Moderator:
Jenna Keeton, Washington Sea Grant
Panelists:
Dr. Carolynn Culver, PhD, California Sea Grant
Jamie Doyle, Oregon Sea Grant
Buck Jones, Inter-Tribal Fish Commission
Coffee Break & Networking
Processing and Distribution
Among the biggest challenges to a successful direct marketing operation are how to deliver a quality product efficiently and affordably. Hear from fishing colleagues, custom processors and distributors on how they process and deliver: locally, nationally and internationally.
Moderator: Amy Grondin, Duna Fisheries, LLC
Panelists:
- Jamie Doyle, Oregon Sea Grant
- Michael Domeyer, Tre-Fin Foods
- Josh Mims, Crescent City Commercial Fishermen’s Association
Reception
Join speakers, sponsors and your colleagues for a drink and appetizers as you network and share experiences about direct marketing, fishing and the fishing business generally.