Fishing Into The Future Will Be The Focus of The Keynote Address by Bob Desautel of Global Seas at 2016 Pacific Marine Expo

    SEATTLE, WA, October 26, 2016 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Fishing industry leader Bob Desautel, co-founder, president, and chief executive officer of Global Seas and Nina Fisheries, will deliver the keynote address on Fishing into the Future on Thursday, Nov. 17, for Pacific Marine Expo at the CenturyLink Field Event Center.

"Bob will provide unique insight into the challenges and opportunities facing our industry," said Jessica Hathaway, editor in chief of National Fisherman. "Attendees are sure to benefit from his perspectives on fishing fleet modernization, operating more efficiently and safely, and best practices to achieve sustainability."

Hathaway noted that since its formation in 2001, Global Seas has grown into an international company, with investments spanning the globe. The company represents and manages a variety of industries, including fish harvesting, fish processing, ownership and operation of survey vessels for charter, real estate, hospitality, agriculture and technology.

Desautel will deliver his keynote address from 3:30- 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17, on the Main Stage in the East Hall.

Pacific Marine Expo, which will run from Thursday, Nov. 17, through Saturday, Nov. 19, is the largest and longest running commercial fishing and marine tradeshow on the West Coast. The 49th annual Expo serves all aspects of the market, including commercial vessel owners and operators, commercial fishermen, boat builders and seafood processors. Last year's Expo attracted more than 500 exhibitors and over 8,500 visitors from 40 states and 24 countries.

To register visit, www.PacificMarineExpo.com.

About Bob Desautel
Global Seas LLC was created as the operating arm of Nina Fisheries Inc., which has been investing in the maritime industry since 1994. Nina Fisheries began with its founding partners Bob Desautel and Walter Kuhr Jr. in crab and shrimp fisheries in 1977. The company expanded its trade and continued success in the Alaskan pelagic fishery. As Nina Fisheries grew, its efforts broadened to include operations on the U.S. East Coast and into Chilean and Argentine waters.

In 1978, while studying business at the University of Nevada, Bob began his career as a deckhand fishing in the North Pacific Ocean and Bering Sea. In 1980, he advanced to the role of captain and served in that position on various fishing vessels until 2002, when he retired from the ocean to focus on the expansion of Global Seas.

Bob has served as president and member of the board of the North Pacific Fishing Vessel Owners' Association, advocating safety education for the commercial fishing industry by providing information about USCG requirements, OSHA compliance standards, MARPOL, hands-on training programs, and safety seminars and workshops. In 1993, Bob co-founded United Catcher Boats, served as a member of the board and later as vice president, all the while promoting the organization's importance to Bering Sea, Gulf of Alaska and West Coast fisheries. His efforts serving on these boards, as well as his involvement in other fisheries organizations have improved safety and created efficiencies in the commercial fishing and maritime industries. Bob currently possesses a U.S. Coast Guard (issue no.6) Masters 3000 ITC License.

2016 Pacific Marine Expo
The 2016 Expo will also provide free educational sessions, a Safety 101 program, the King County Maritime Economic Forecast Breakfast, a special Fishermen's Lounge and a variety of other special events, including the Fisherman of the Year contest, sponsored by National Fisherman.

The Expo serves all aspects of the market, including commercial vessel owner and operators, commercial fishermen, boat builders and seafood processors.

Companies interested in exhibiting at Pacific Marine Expo should contact Chris Dimmerling, sales director, at [email protected] or 207-842-5666.

About Pacific Marine Expo
Pacific Marine Expo is part of the Diversified Communications portfolio of commercial marine events, publications and e-media products. Pacific Marine Expo is the largest and longest running commercial fishing and marine trade show on the West Coast and is annually held in Seattle. The Expo serves all aspects of the market, including commercial vessels owners, commercial fishermen, boat builders, workboat operators and seafood processors. For further information, visit www.PacificMarineExpo.com.

About Diversified Communications
Diversified Communications, based in Portland, Maine, provides information and market access through face-to-face events, publications and digital products. Diversified serves a number of industries including seafood, food service, natural and organic, healthcare, commercial marine and business management. Diversified operates divisions in Australia, Hong Kong, India, the UK and Canada. For more information, visit: http://www.divcom.com.

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