Special Thanks to Sponsors of the 2009 Seafood Summit

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Seafood Summit?
• When and where is Seafood Summit 2009?
• Who organizes the Seafood Summit?
• Who attends the Seafood Summit?
• How often is it held?
• How much does it cost to attend?
• Can I exhibit at Seafood Summit?
• How do I register?
• What is included with registration?
• How is the agenda determined?
• Who can submit panel or presentation proposals?

What is the Seafood Summit?

Seafood Summit brings together global representatives from the seafood industry and conservation community for in-depth discussions, presentations and networking with the goal of making the seafood marketplace environmentally, socially and economically sustainable.

While many trade shows offer companies networking opportunities to showcase their products and services, Seafood Summit is the only venue that connects large and small companies from a diverse array of industries with leaders from the conservation community to bridge the gap between the latest science and the reality of the seafood marketplace.

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When and where is Seafood Summit 2009?

Seafood Summit 2009 will be held at the Hilton San Diego Resort in San Diego, California from February 1-3, 2009.

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Who organizes the Seafood Summit?

Seafood Summit is organized by the Seafood Choices Alliance. Seafood Choices’ focus is on mobilizing and connecting the world’s leaders who support action for a sustainable supply of seafood and healthy oceans through responsible business, management, policy, and regulation.  We convene networking events, facilitate a diverse program of forums for inquiry and dialogue, and use international networks to leverage knowledge exchange and make smart connections which advance positive change and strategic development.

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Who attends the Seafood Summit?

Summit attendees include international representatives with vested interest in the seafood industry, including: fish farmers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, food professionals (chefs, restaurateurs), conservation organizations, academic scientists, media, and policy makers. In 2008, attendees were 33% business, 42% non-profit, 17% government & academia and 5% media, representing 34 different countries.

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How often is it held?

Seafood Summit is an annual event held at the end of January or beginning of February each year.

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How much does it cost to attend?

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Can I exhibit at Seafood Summit?

Seafood Summit 2009 will not offer exhibit space.  However, there are other marketing opportunities including sponsorship and inclusion of product samples in the Seafood Summit attendee tote bag. For more information about these and other marketing opportunities, please contact Nadine Bartholomew via email or phone: 301-495-9570.

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How do I register?

Click on the "Register Now" link on the left-hand side of this webpage.

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What is included with registration?

Full Registration: Includes all scheduled presentations, panels and workshops as well as breakfast, lunch and cocktail events all three days.

One Day Registration: Includes scheduled presentations, panels, workshops, breakfast and lunch for a single day, either the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd.

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How is the agenda determined?

In response to a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) in Spring 2008, Seafood Choices Alliance received over 80 submissions for panels, presentations and workshops. Seafood Choices looked for a broad range of topics addressing critical issues related to sustainable seafood and the seafood market, paying particular attention to this year’s theme, "Sharing Responsibility for Real Change". Panelists and presenters are chosen at the discretion of moderators and/or panel organizers.

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Who can submit panel or presentation proposals?