Join the National Aquaculture Association in exploring the vital role of storytelling in bridging the gap between producers, scientists and the public. We will delve into how to public relations, and outreach can shift public perception and how these actions and advocacy can come together and lead to positive policy outcomes for aquaculture.

8:30 From Farm to Front Page – Why Your Story Matters: The Power of PR in Aquaculture

Maria Smithson, Director Membership & Marketing, National Aquaculture Association

9:00 Engaging Audiences Through the Southeast Aquaculture Communications Collaborative

Emily Riewestahl, Aquaculture Marketing & Communications Specialist, Florida Sea Grant

9:30 Get Aquacultured! Developing and Piloting an Aquaculture Podcast to Enhance Aquaculture Literacy.

Dr. Gabby Bradt, Extension State Specialist, Aquaculture & Fisheries, University of New Hampshire

11:00 Building Shared Values and Audience-Centered Communication Across Michigan’s Aquaculture Sector

Dr. Lauren Stigers, Extension Educator, Fisheries & Aquaculture, Michigan Sea Grant, Michigan State University Extension

11:30 Why and How to Talk with Your Legislators

Sharon Moen, Food-Fish Outreach Coordinator, Wisconsin Sea Grant, University of Wisconsin

12:00 Congress 101: Navigating the Sausage Factory

Caitlyn Czajkowski, Executive Director, National Aquaculture Association