Day 1 — Tuesday, Nov. 17

Making Waves: Offshore Wind Power & Commercial Fishing

11 a.m. Pacific Time

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Speakers

Annie Hawkins
Responsible Offshore Development Alliance; Washington, D.C.; Executive Director 

Mike Conroy
Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen's Associations, San Francisco, Executive Director

Bonnie Brady
Long Island Commercial Fishing Association; Montauk, N.Y.; Executive Director

What’s the future of offshore wind power? How is the industry engaging with commercial fishing and other maritime industries in the United States? What can we learn from European installations? Our panelists will dig into the current status of offshore wind energy as its focus expands to all coasts.

Moderator Kirk Moore, National Fisherman associate editor

Host Jessica Hathaway, National Fisherman editor in chief

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Salmon Sisters Live: Q&A + Giveaways

1 p.m. Pacific Time

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Get caught up with the Salmon Sisters, Emma Teal Laukitis and Claire Neaton. We'll talk about their 2020 Alaska fishing seasons, new projects, favorite dishes, and of course their new book — "Salmon Sisters: Feasting, Fishing and Living in Alaska."

Don't miss details on the Salmon Sisters giveaway below the video.

The Salmon Sisters don’t want you to go away empty-handed. Enter to win some epic show swag, including a pair of Salmon Sisters Xtratuf boots, a salmon home pack, signed copies of their new book, and the new design of their young fishermen of america hoodie.

• Then visit the Salmon Sisters Discussion Forum thread and leave a comment telling us what you miss about Expo this year
• You'll be entered to win one of these prizes, courtesy of Salmon Sisters

Workforce Development: Resources and Partners

2 p.m. Pacific Time

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This workshop will offer businesses the opportunity to learn about regional workforce training programs and partnership opportunities. Check out programs that will pay for your apprenticeships. Learn about student training programs. See how easy it is to become a mentor, create an apprenticeship program, successfully reach out and engage communities of color and women for your workforce, and get your business involved with creating the next generation of workers.

Sponsors: Youth Maritime Collaborative, Port of Seattle and Seattle Propeller Club

Day 2 — Wednesday, Nov. 18

Maritime Economic Forecast Breakfast

8:30 – 10 a.m. Pacific Time

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This annual event is one of the hottest tickets Pacific Marine Expo. This year, you can join free online to hear commercial fishing and other maritime and seafood industry leaders discuss the year ahead for the Port of Seattle and beyond. (Breakfast not included.)

Sponsors: Seattle Propeller Club and Port of Seattle

Presenting Partners: North Seattle Industrial Association, American Waterways Operators, Northwest Marine Trade Association, Transportation Institute, Seattle Marine Business Coalition and King County maritime businesses with National Fisherman and Pacific Marine Expo

Vessel Design & Gear Technology

11 a.m. Pacific Time

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Speakers

Jonathan Parrott
Jensen Maritime, Seattle, Senior Naval Architect

Dr. Sue Molloy
Glas Ocean Electric; Halifax, Nova Scotia; President

John W. Waterhouse
Elliott Bay Design Group, Seattle, Principal and Chairman of the Board

The U.S. boatbuilding industry has been running strong throughout 2020. We’ll look at what’s on the horizon for builders and outfitters of commercial fishing and workboats on the West Coast and in Alaska.

Moderator Paul Molyneaux, National Fisherman Boats & Gear editor

Host Jessica Hathaway, National Fisherman editor in chief

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Diesel Emissions Reduction Act: Funding Repower Partnerships for Commercial Fishing Businesses

3 p.m. Pacific Time

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Speakers

Brett Veerhusen
Ocean Strategies, Founder and Principal Commercial Fisherman

Ezra Finkin
Policy Director, Diesel Technology Forum

The Diesel Emissions Reduction Act replaces older diesel engines with those fitting higher standards, including marine engines. Since 2008, fleets at marine and inland water ports have been a priority for funding, with $93 million going to ports projects from 2008-2013. While some of DERA’s overall grants have specifically addressed commercial fishing vessel engine repowers, there is immense opportunity to further collaborate with Tribes, fishing communities, fishing associations, and engine manufacturers to look to the future of clean diesel powering sustainable seafood harvesting in the United States.In this webinar we'll discuss how industry partnerships and federal funds can support an ongoing effort to upgrade power systems for America's commercial fishing vessels, and ensure a responsible seafood economy.

Day 3 — Thursday, Nov. 19

Fishing Industry Career Fair

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

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Presented by the Seattle Propeller Club and Port of Seattle with Seafood 101 industry partners

Supporting organizations: Washington Maritime Blue, Youth Maritime Collaborative and their members, Washington Office of Public Instruction, Home School Network, Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County, Marine Manufacturing & Technology Center of Excellence, Seattle Jobs Initiative, National Fisherman and Pacific Marine Expo

Pebble Mine: What’s Next

11 a.m. Pacific Time

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Speakers

Katherine Carscallen
Commercial Fishermen for Bristol Bay, Executive Director

Andy Wink
Bristol Bay Regional Seafood Development Association, Executive Director

Lindsay Layland
United Tribes of Bristol Bay, Deputy Director

This year has been a bumpy ride for critics and supporters of the proposed Pebble Mine in Alaska’s Bristol Bay. We’ll talk about how we got here, where the plans stand, and what to look for next.

Moderator & Host Jessica Hathaway
National Fisherman editor in chief

• Direct Marketing, Ocean to Plate
• Onboard Safety, Running Drills with AMSEA
• Season Forecast
• Finding the Right PFD
• Ask an Old Salt
• Ocean Health: Reducing Plastics