Dick Nelson † January 21, 2021
Dick Nelson passed away January 21, 2021. Dick built our ship, the America’s Finest. We and those who follow in our footsteps will always owe him incalculable gratitude for that. Those of us who worked with him the 4 years we spent building the ship will carry fond memories of working with one of the greatest shipbuilders in the United States.
Loyalty 2021
Ms. Park and Team Fishermen’s Finest joined together during our Hotel Quarantine at the Homewood Suites Hotel to recognize the hardworking and dedicated crew that make Fishermen’s Finest possible.
Flu Shots
We have Flu Shots on order through Lafferty’s EMS and will administer to ALL crew aboard the vessels upon receipt (later in September or early October). Any crew joining the vessels after the Flu Shot is available will be vaccinated prior to traveling to Alaska.
10 Years Rueben Anderson
On Saturday September 12th, while feeding the hotel quarantine crew dinner, Ms. Park took a moment to recognize Rueben Anderson for 10 plus years of service to Fishermen’s Finest
Congrats Duoth David Tor
Good people are the key to our success. We had the good fortune of having Duoth David Tor attend an employment informational meeting at our Fishermen’s Terminal Warehouse back on September 4, 2014.
Pioneer Rockfish Survey
Fishermen and Scientists Pioneer Cooperative Rockfish Survey.
A groundbreaking collaboration brings fishermen’s experience and innovative technology on board to improve rockfish assessment.
Reducing Impact
Fishermen’s Finest is committed to the stewardship of our nation’s resources. We support seafood sustainability and the precautionary resource management programs developed by our industry and the North Pacific Fisheries Management Council.
Jose Estrada Seamaster
Good people are the key to our success. Fishermen’s Finest honored Jose Estrada today for more than a decade of service to the Company
Martime Day 2020
#NationalMartimeDay 2020
Fishermen’s Finest is proud to join people across the maritime industry to recognize National Maritime Day May 22, 2020.
10 Years 2020
We recently took a moment to recognize our dedicated, positive attitude, loyal crew of 10 plus years. Kristian Uri presented Edgar Tejada, Apineru Teutue, and Jose de Jesus ‘Jessie’ Villagomez with Omega Seamaster (James Bond) Watches.
Flying Precautions
With the Coronavirus COVID-19 issue at hand, Fishermen’s Finest has implemented the following plan. We will contact each crewmember scheduled to join the vessel (prior to flying) and confirm
Courtney Banks 10 Years!
Fishermen’s Finest gathered today in Kirkland to celebrate 10 years of service with Courtney Banks. Courtney joined the FFamily March 1, 2010 and has been integral to the success of the Company.
Seamasters 2020
As America’s Finest departs Seattle to start the 2020 season, we took a moment to recognize our dedicated, positive attitude, loyal crew of 10 plus years. Ms. Park presented Alesana Apelu, Dan Chilton, Ross Carrico, Chris Hezel, & Nathan Lewis with Omega Seamaster (James Bond) Watches.
Mike Szymanski Retirement
Fishermen’s Finest celebrated the retirement of Mike Szymanski January 30th at the Columbia Tower Club in Seattle. Surrounded by his friends and FFamily, Mike reflected upon his Government Affairs work for Fishermen’s Finest as well as his work for Trans-Alaska Pipeline, Alaska State Senator, and even his connection to the Pentagon Papers.
Jake Moyer
Celebrate the service of Jake Moyer to Fishermen’s Finest with us! Jake has been aboard the US Intrepid for more than a decade and has now moved over as Chief Steward aboard America’s Finest.
Year of Rat 2020
As is customary at Fishermen’s Finest, each year we take a moment to reflect upon the past and look to the future as the fishing season starts and we celebrate Chinese New Year. Kung Hei Fat Choi.
Happy New Year – 2020 – Year of the Rat (metal)
2020 20 years
Congratulations are in order for two of Fishermen’s Finest - Thomas Tuli and Glenn Estuita - both have served the Company for 20+ years and were honored today in Kirkland.
Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance ends December 31st. Attend a benefits meeting on Monday December 23rd 11am FF Mukilteo