James Crimp

Focus

Expanding opportunities for shellfish mariculture in Alaska through industry driven research and education

Expertise

Shellfish mariculture
Site selection
Hatchery/nursery systems
Invertebrate physiology
Seafood supply chains
Farmer education

Education

B.A. biology, Bowdoin College, 2014
M.S. marine biology, University of Alaska Fairbanks, 2024

Experience

Kelp Supply Director, Atlantic Sea Farms
Marine Business Specialist, Island Institute
Owner, Small Boat Salmon

Affiliations

National Shellfish Association
Alaska Mariculture Alliance
American Academy of Underwater Science
Alaska Mariculture Research and Training Center

Hobbies

James spends almost all his free time outdoors and enjoys things that put him in touch with the natural world around him. In Juneau, some of his favorite activities are hunting for deer and grouse, foraging for berries and mushrooms, and diving for king crab.