Workshops, Training Programs, and Conferences
The Marine Advisory Program conducts workshops and training on a variety of topics of interest to Alaska's coastal residents and marine resource users. Check the following list for topics of interest to you, or contact the Anchorage MAP office, (907) 274-9691, for more information. Also see our Alaska Fisheries Business Assistance website.
Upcoming workshops and events
HACCP - Kodiak
June 4–6, 2013
Kodiak, Alaska
Contact: Izetta Chambers
HACCP is a process that has been established for seafood processing to prevent foodborne illness. This workshop helps Alaska seafood processors set up and carry out this federally mandated program.
Alaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute
A training program for future leaders in the seafood industry
October 29, 2013–March 18, 2014
Anchorage, Alaska
Contact: Quentin Fong
The program will begin in October 2013 and include a number of training components until March 2014. The Institute is designed for mid-level managers, production foremen, plant supervisors, QA leads, and others who want to advance their careers in seafood processing. Small processors may also wish to attend.
Alaska Young Fishermen's Summit V
December 10–12, 2013
Anchorage, Alaska
Contact: Torie Baker
This three-day symposium provides young fishermen the information needed to take the helm of Alaska's commercial fishing industry.
Workshops ongoing or available to be offered
Seafood Business and Marketing Workshops
HACCP (ongoing)
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Workshops
Cordova Community Science Mug-Up (ongoing)
Ongoing workshop series
Forum of Alaska Marine Issues (ongoing)
Ongoing workshop series in Unalaska
Introduction to Seafood Processing
Responsible Marine Wildlife Viewing
Direct Marketing your Catch
Just in Time
Quality handling for seafood processors
