Marine aquaculture manager in aquaculture with 13 years of experience in Hawaii and a B.S. in Marine Biology. Experienced in managing breeding and hatchery programs, supervising teams, coordinating projects with geneticists and staff, and using program data to support successful outcomes. Also experienced in supporting local community relationships by coordinating donations with a local representative. Brings a strong background in marine science and sustainable aquatic resource management.
Work History
BREEDING PROGRAM MANAGER
3 Years 5 Months
Hendrix Genetics | 02.2023 - 07.2026
Manage all tasks for the breeding program, ranging from spawning and larval culture to grow out.
Facilitated communication between geneticists and team members, ensuring timely achievement of project goals.
Managed breeding program tasks, including spawning, larval culture, and grow out, to support overall program objectives.
Manage the breeding program schedule, ensuring tasks are completed on time.
Managed and mentored team members to ensure tasks are always carried out well, to ensure program goals are executed well.
Generated and delivered weekly reports for breeding program, providing key updates on progress and outcomes.
Collaborate with other managers on-site to ensure all tasks and projects are completed efficiently.
Led cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives, enhancing project outcomes.
Organization and analysis of breeding program data and implementation into required tasks.
Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
Ensured breeding strategies were implemented to improve genetic progress.
BREEDING PROGRAM COORDINATOR
1 Year 1 Month
Hendrix Genetics | 12.2021 - 01.2023
Collaborated with Breeding Program Manager to ensure timely execution of breeding tasks.
Coordinated and developed manpower schedules for all breeding program tasks to optimize resource allocation.
Generated reports for the program related to larval culture, maturation, and grow-out.
Adjusted feed rates for grow-out to support optimal growth and health of larvae.
SUPERVISOR
1 Year
Sunrise Capital, Inc. | 01.2020 - 01.2021
Supervised daily farm operations, ensuring optimal care of tanks to support shrimp health and growth.
Responsible for ensuring the quality of broodstock shrimp.
Generated weekly growth reports to track farm performance and inform operational decisions.
Maintained and monitored water quality parameters for shrimp ponds and tanks, ensuring compliance with health standards.
Trained and mentored team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
HATCHERY TECHNICIAN
3 Years 10 Months
Sunrise Capital, Inc. | 02.2016 - 12.2019
Supported larval culture rearing from nauplii to post-larvae, ensuring optimal growth conditions.
Ensured proper sanitation and disinfection of tanks, maintaining biosecurity protocols to protect aquatic health.
Conducted daily culture of artemia, contributing to a sustainable food source for larval stages.
Assist with the daily culture of algae.
Responsible for the care of maturation animals.
HATCHERY TECHNICIAN
1 Year 2 Months
Oceanic Institute | 12.2013 - 02.2015
Cared for mature animals to ensure health and well-being.
Assisted with care of larval shrimp, contributing to successful growth stages.
Assist with the cleaning and disinfection of tanks.
Assisted in nursery rearing of juvenile shrimp, supporting overall development.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues related to the shrimp program.
RESEARCH INTERN
9 Months
Oceanic Institute | 02.2013 - 11.2013
Assisted with research and experiments related to ingredient substitutions for fish meal in shrimp feed.
Supported data collection and analysis for research, contributing to findings on shrimp feed efficiency.
Participated in fieldwork, ensuring protocols were being adhered to in the field.
Performed laboratory tasks using equipment to determine dry weight of shrimp meat, aiding in research accuracy.
RESEARCH INTERN
1 Year 5 Months
Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology | 02.2012 - 07.2013
Assisted scientists in extracting DNA from diverse coral species and strains to support research initiatives.
Ensured proper disinfection and autoclaving of laboratory equipment to maintain safety and compliance standards.
Conducted PCR testing to facilitate genetic analysis and contribute to ongoing research projects.