Sustainable, Nutritious, Valuable: Meet the Fishing Industry That Feeds the World

Seattle is a home port to one of the world’s largest and most productive fishing fleets. From crab and salmon to cod and pollock, the Pacific Northwest connects our region to the waters of Alaska and the North Pacific, supporting jobs, coastal communities, food security, and a vital seafood economy. This conversation will bring together industry leaders, sustainability experts, and fisheries economists to explore the critical role fisheries play in powering local economies, nourishing communities, and leading global sustainability advancements. Attendees will hear directly from those working across the seafood sector and have an opportunity to join the conversation during an audience Q & A. Key Discussion Topics Each core theme features a dedicated pairing of an expert from the fishing industry and one external, including science agencies and an NGO. Economic Impact & Vitality Focus: The local and broader economic engine driven by wild-harvest fisheries and related value chains. Panelists: Dr. Russel Dame, Economist at the NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center Chris Woodley, Executive Director at Groundfish Forum Cultural, Food & Nutritional Value Focus: The role of wild-harvest seafood in local and national food security, heritage, and sustainable nutrition. Panelists: Hannah Lindoff, Executive Director at Seashare Dr.