West Coast's Largest Commercial Marine and Fishing Trade Show Set for November 18-20 at Qwest Field Event Center; National Fisherman Profitable Harvest Forum Scheduled for November 17

SEATTLE, WA, November 03, 2010 (Press-News.org) Take more than 500 commercial marine companies showcasing the latest products and services. Mix in the National Fisherman Profitable Harvest: Direct to Market Forum. Add a free Conference Program with tracks on Fishing/Fisheries Business, Workboat, and Safety. Stir in the Fisherman of the Year Contest, author's corner and the West Coast premier of the training video movie, Lessons from the Galaxy: Tragedy and Courage on the Bering Sea.

That's the recipe for success for Pacific Marine Expo, the West Coast's largest commercial marine trade show, which will be held at Seattle's Qwest Field Event Center, from November 18-20.

The 44th Annual Pacific Marine Expo will bring maritime and fishing industry leaders from 40 states and 17 countries to Seattle for the only trade event dedicated exclusively to the pacific maritime industry.

"The 2010 Expo will showcase the equipment, gear and services needed to keep a commercial marine business efficient and productive," said Mike Lodato, Group Vice President, Diversified Business Communications, which produces the Expo. "It is by far the best opportunity of the year to reach key decision makers within the industry." Lodato noted that exhibitor space for the 2010 Pacific Marine Expo is nearly sold out.

NEW FOR 2010: Profitable Harvest: Direct to Market Forum
National Fisherman magazine is pleased to announce it is adding a new one-day event, National Fisherman Profitable Harvest: Direct to Market Forum, which is designed to help fishermen gain the know-how to process, market and sell their own product to retailers, restaurateurs, and consumers.

Lodato said the new National Fisherman Profitable Harvest: Direct to Market Forum, which will be held on Wednesday, November 17, at Qwest Field Event Center, is designed to help fishermen improve the quality of a catch, increase results from marketing efforts and provide the tools to take advantage of direct-to-market business.

"With the rise of internet and global marketing, the world has become a smaller place, giving fishermen the opportunity to become their own direct marketers," said Jerry Fraser, National Fisherman Editor in Chief. "The Forum will be a tremendous opportunity to learn about the business resources needed to engage in direct market harvesting."

To register for the Forum, please visit http://www.nationalfisherman.com/profitableharvest/.

2010 Keynote Addresses and Conference Program are Free in 2010
For the first at Pacific Marine Expo, there is no cost to attend the Conference program, when an attendee registers for the Expo. Highlights of the conference program include:

Keynote Address: Time Bandit Goes Green, Thursday at 11:30 a.m.
Captains Andy & Jonathan Hillstrand* and Capt. Jeff Steele, Sealand Environmental, will present a keynote address to discuss why the Deadliest Catches' Time Bandit became the first "green" boat in the crab fishing fleet. (*Captains Andy and Jonathan will only be present if season allows).

The Pebble Mine and its Effects on Commercial Fishing in Bristol Bay, Thursday at 1: 30 p.m.
A panel of expects presents information about the probable impacts of the Pebble Mine on salmon habitat and strategies for protecting the region's salmon abundance.

Offshore Drilling in Bristol Bay and the Bering Sea: Lessons Learned from the BP Spill, Friday at 9 a.m.
A panel of Gulf of Mexico and Bering Sea fishermen, marine scientists, and experts on oil development in arctic waters explore the BP spill and assess the implications to proposed drilling in Bristol Bay and the Bering Sea.

West Coast premier, Lessons from the Galaxy: Tragedy and Courage on the Bering Sea, Friday at 2:30 p.m.
Capt. Dave Shoemaker shares the lessons learned on the Galaxy and his message that a crisis at sea can happen to you. In this Q&A session Capt. Shoemaker is joined by U.S. Coast Guard Cmdr. Chris Woodley, who conducted the investigation of the Galaxy, and John Sabella, President, John Sabella & Associates.

Coast Guard Pacific Area Commander to Address Seattle Propeller Club
Vice Admiral Manson K. Brown, Commander, Pacific Area and Commander, Coast Guard Defense Force West, will address the Seattle Propeller Club, the region's largest maritime organization, at 11:30 a.m. on Friday. The luncheon is open to the public.

The November Propeller Club Luncheon will cost $50.00 for members and $55.00 for guests & members without reservations. Reservations may be made through the Seattle Propeller Club. Contact Polly Kirkpatrick, the Seattle Propeller Club administrator at admin@seattlepropellerclub.org

Special Events
The Fisherman of the Year Contest, Author's Corner, Handcrafted Model Working Vessel demonstration and other special events are planned for the 2010 Expo.

- Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners of a series of fishing skills tests during the Fisherman of the Year Contest, scheduled for Saturday.

- The Author's Corner & Bookstore will host book signs and more throughout the Expo.

- Ron Burchett will once again bring his fleet of model size working vessels and demonstration pool.

The 2010 Pacific Marine Expo
"This show is an incredible opportunity to see and talk with a lot of people. We see people here who are very serious about buying a new boat or repowering their boat. There's nothing else like this Show." - Steve Peake, HamiltonJet

Pacific Marine Expo is the largest and longest running commercial marine tradeshow on the West Coast. The Expo serves all aspects of the market, including commercial vessels owners, commercial fishermen, boat builders, workboat operators and seafood processors. PME gives exhibitors and attendees the opportunity to meet face-to-face to discuss the hottest products, innovative ideas and new services.

Lodato noted the 2009 Expo attracted nearly 500 exhibitors. He said visitors at Pacific Marine Expo are a loyal and powerful buying force; 87% are looking for new products and suppliers, 60% place orders at the show or within six months, and 51% attend only Pacific Marine Expo.

"In a tough economy, this show gives marine businesses a competitive edge," said Mike Porter of Tacoma Diesel.

Companies interested in exhibiting can view the 2010 Exhibitor Brochure at http://pacificmarineexpo.com/10/custom/pdfs/PME-2010-Space-App.pdf. For further information, contact Chris Dimmerling, Sales Manager, cdimmerling@divcom.com or (207) 842-5666.

"The Total Boat Solution" is the 2010 Pacific Marine Expo theme. "PME is one stop shopping," Lodato said. "It gives the industry the opportunity to meet with the experts, check out new products and catch up with old friends in one place."

For further information or to register, visit www.PacificMarineExpo.com.

Key Information Links:
www.PacificMarineExpo.com
Telephone: (207) 842-5508
Fax: (207) 842-5509

National Fisherman Magazine
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Pacific Marine Expo is the largest and longest running commercial 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. The Expo gives exhibitors and attendees the opportunity to meet face-to-face to discuss the hottest products, innovative ideas and new services for a business. For further information, visit www.PacificMarineExpo.com. To exhibit call Chris Dimmerling at 207-842-5666.