Zacari Edwards
Zacari has extensive experience working on labor rights issues in the seafood sector. In previous roles, he oversaw the implementation of social responsibility improvements in tuna supply chains, demonstrating his leadership in guiding market actors, NGOs, and advocacy groups toward fostering greater accountability in the global fishing industry. Serving as the Senior Seafood Campaign Coordinator […]
Philip Walsh
Philip C. Walsh Phil Walsh has been buying and selling seafood since 1976. He served as Director of Seafood at Kings Supermarkets, Harris Teeter Supermarkets, and Stop & Shop Supermarkets, where he created the nation’s first sustainable seafood program for a supermarket in conjunction with The New England Aquarium. A frequent speaker at seafood events, […]
Dominique Gautier
Dr. Dominique Gautier is a marine biologist from France, specializing in aquaculture with a doctorate degree from Auburn University, USA. Dr. Gautier has over 30 years of experience working with both private and public organizations on research, development and commercial projects and organizations in the Americas, Asia, Europe and Africa. Dr. Gautier is the Director […]
Sara Pfeifer
Sara joined the GGGI in 2021 to provide dedicated support to its seafood industry members. She holds an MA in international environmental policy and has a technical background in marine resource management and diverse experience in stakeholder engagement.
Carl Torrence Jr.
Carl Torrence Jr. is a passionate leader recognized for his commitment and strategic mindset. Hailing from the lively community of High Point, NC, he showed an early fascination with understanding how things operate. This curiosity led him to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, where he earned a degree in Manufacturing Technology, demonstrating his […]
Peter Quinter
Mr. Quinter is an experienced international trade attorney representing companies involved in each aspect of the seafood international supply chain from overseas supplier, trading company, international transportation company, customs broker, U.S. importer, and distributor. Board Certified in international trade law, Mr. Quinter is a legal expert on U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Customs, […]
Julie DeWolf
Julie is the SVP of Business Development, and in her role seeks to develop relationships with seafood producers to increase sales and consumption of seafood.
Cara Ammon
Prior to joining CP, Cara spent nearly two decades leading research efforts for Nielsen’s Perishables Group and Beacon Research Solutions. She has conducted hundreds of consumer research projects focusing on fresh foods, including seafood.
Christine Ngo
Christine Ngo embarked on her seafood journey by joining her family’s business and most recently, in March 2023, she assumed the pivotal role of President, charting a course to lead the company into the future. Her family business, H & N Group, was established in 1981 and has since become a prominent importer, distributor and […]
Steve Markenson
In his role at FMI, Markenson oversees the research & insights practice at FMI, specifically the study design, survey fielding and efforts with outside knowledge partners and FMI subject matter experts.