Hi, I’m
Layla Wilbur-Westendorf
Youth Development Professional
Swinomish,WA
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Salish Sea Mermaid
Founder / Owner
06.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Created a sole proprietorship to increase access to affordable local seafood
- Partner with tribal fishers to source sustainably harvested products
- Organize pop-up seafood markets serving tribal members, neighboring communities, and allies
- Promote cultural education and traditional food practices
Lil' Annie - Gill Net FisheryPort Moller, Alaska
Deck Boss
06.2022 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Led deck operations, coordinating catch handling, gear deployment, and crew safety
- Maintained vessel equipment and supported navigation to maximize seasonal harvests
- Port Moller, Alaska
Whyac Lady - Coastal Crab Winter Fishery
Deck Hand
12.2020 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Managed pot setting, hauling, and catch processing during winter crab season
- Maintained deck safety and efficiency in challenging conditions
Mike & April Wilbur, Sgood-zath
Commercial Fisher - Deck Hand
06.2017 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Supported salmon fishing operations, gear upkeep, and vessel navigation
- Handled daily catch processing and storage to maintain product quality
Summary
I am a Native Scientist from the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. My current proffessional tittle is Youth Developement Proffessional with the Swinomish Boys and Girls Club. My Western Education background comes from Skagit Valley College, WWU, and NWIC. My Inherent Knowledge comes from the Wilbur-Charles family and the original territories of the Swinomish, Samish, Lower Skagit, and Kikialus people.
Timeline
Founder / Owner
Salish Sea Mermaid
06.2025 - Current
Deck Boss
Lil' Annie - Gill Net Fishery
06.2022 - 09.2023
Deck Hand
Whyac Lady - Coastal Crab Winter Fishery
12.2020 - 03.2021
Commercial Fisher - Deck Hand
Mike & April Wilbur, Sgood-zath
06.2017 - 09.2022