About Northwest Fisheries Association

Mission Statement:
Provide networking opportunities and support
to our members in the seafood industry.

Established in 1951, the Northwest Fisheries Association (NWFA) is located in Seattle. Representing approximately 165 member companies involved in the seafood industry, primarily in Washington, Oregon, Alaska and British Columbia, the association is managed by a board of directors, elected by the membership, and a support staff, which includes an executive director and business manager. A committee structure oversees association activities. Monthly dinner meetings with invited speakers address topics such as:

NWFA also offers several annual social events for its members, including a member barbecue, a summer golf tournament, a family night at a Mariners game, and a holiday party at which we honor the NWFA person of the year.

Other membership benefits include listing in our annually published member directory and on our website; the memorial scholarship program, which awards scholarships to member company employees and their families; and access to a group health insurance program.