EVENTS
Economic Forecast Breakfast at PME
The Economic Forecast Breakfast provides a tremendous opportunity to address the opportunities and challenges facing the region’s maritime and fishing industries. It also serves to showcase the important contribution of the King County maritime and fishing industries to the region’s economy and quality of life. In 2023, more than 270 industry leaders attended the breakfast. Join us for a morning of presentation and networking during the Pacific Marine Expo (your breakfast includes free admission to the West Coast’s largest commercial marine trade show.)
Save the Date!
Seafood Month Maritime Mixer
Join us at Reuben's Brews, located in the heart of Ballard, for an evening of maritime camaraderie, craft beer, and fantastic conversations. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a landlubber with a love for the sea, this is an event you won't want to miss.
Cost: $35 Members, $40 Non-Members
Includes beer, cider and NA options for the evening along with snacks provided by Everett Ship Repair and Whidbey Island Seafood Company!
Reuben’s Brews Barrel House Address: 1133 NW 51st St, Seattle, WA 98107
NonProfit Highlight:
Sound Experience is a Washington State-based nonprofit youth education organization that serves young people with on-the-water maritime and environmental education throughout the Puget Sound region. Founded in 1989, the organization has delivered day and overnight programs to more than 30,000 youth aboard its fully-restored National Historic Landmark sailing ship, Adventuress. Partnering with schools and community-based organizations that reach young people from families furthest from opportunity, Sound Experience is an integral part of growing effort to increase access to maritime education and career pathways, and to foster stewardship of the Salish Sea. To learn more, visit www.soundexp.org or contact Catherine Collins, Executive Director at catherine@soundexp.org or 206-353-6119.
SPC Annual Meeting on the Virginia V
DATE: Wednesday, September 18
TIME: 4:30 - 7 p.m.
LOCATION: Virginia V, Lake Union Park
(Please Note: The vessel will not be leaving the dock)
COST: $30 Members, $35 Non-Members
Online registration has closed. Payments for walk-up registrations will be taken at the door.
Join us for our Annual Meeting, set aboard the iconic Virginia V! Don't miss this opportunity to connect, network, and celebrate another successful year for our club. At this gathering, we'll also be announcing our new board members. We extend our thanks to the Virginia V team for their generous donation of this historic vessel for our event.
The boat will be staying at the dock, so arrive anytime!
Maritime Mixer @ AWO on the Water
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Join SPC for a Maritime Mixer!
Enjoy the waterfront views at AWO’s outdoor patio! This event is a come one, come all gathering as we welcome members and non-members to get together for networking, beverages, and snacks - all for a low entry cost.
Intended to reduce barriers for entry, this event is only $10 for non-members and $5 for members. The event is free for nonprofit members in good standing.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Snacks: Global Diving and Salvage
Beer: Reuben’s Brews
NA beverages: Crowley
This event will also offer a unique opportunity for anyone in attendance to receive a free headshot photo courtesy of SPC, brought to you by Shore Strategic Solutions and LostFound Design.
Register Now!
This event supports the Youth Maritime Training Association.
YMTA strives to inspire youth to pursue maritime careers. Founded in 1996 and now operated by Puget Sound Maritime, the YMTA travels to career fairs and festivals across Washington State to tell youth about the amazing career opportunities in the maritime sector and provides competitive scholarships to assist students in pursuing professional training in maritime-related fields. In 2024, the YMTA awarded 6 students a total of $27,000 in scholarships. Join us in launching the next generation of mariners and marine scientists by supporting the YMTA mission.
SPC’s Deep Dive: Alternative Fuels
Deep Dive is a new event series hosted by the Seattle Propeller Club that is focused on exploring key topics and initiatives that impact the maritime industry.
SPC's Deep Dive🤿: Alternative Fuels
Wednesday, February 28th
World Trade Center | 5p-8p
5-6p: Pre-Event Networking
6p: Welcome greeting from SPC, Club announcements
6:15p: Panel discussion begins. Facilitated by event host, Andy Gregory
6:45p: 15-Minute Q&A
7p: Networking to follow program
8p: Close
SPC has invited the following maritime professionals to share their perspectives.
Stephen P. Metruck, Executive Director - Port of Seattle (Confirmed)
Eileen Tausch, Sr. Electrical Engineer, Research and Development - Crowley (Confirmed)
Joshua M Berger, Founder & President/CEO - Washington Maritime Blue (Confirmed)
John Waterhouse, Principal - Elliott Bay Design Group (Confirmed)
Online registration has closed. At-door registration and payment will be accepted as space allows.
Ticket prices include admission, heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and a donation to the SPC charitable giving fund.
THANK YOU, SPONSORS!
Annual Indoor Putt Putt Tournament
Golfer Registration: CLOSED
Networking Registration: Please pay at event
This is an event you won’t want to miss! Round up a group or join individually for the 4th Annual SPC Indoor Putt-Putt Tournament.
Non-Profit Beneficiary: Core Plus Maritime is a state-approved, industry-created program of study empowering k12 public schools to adopt maritime learning. Providing curriculum, teacher training, classroom funding and employer engagement, Core Plus Maritime has 26 school partners across the state with over 1500 students enrolled.
Jingle & Mingle Luncheon and Raffle
THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT
When: Wednesday December 13, 11:30am-1:30pm
Where: Duke’s on South Lake Union - Rideshare is highly encouraged as parking is limited.
Cost: $90 for members, $100 for non-members
Interested in sponsoring or donating a raffle prize? Please email Peter Schrappen for raffle items and Bill Forslund to sponsor and be recognized at the event.
Proceeds benefit the Seattle Sea Scouts.
Maritime Industry Economic Forecast Breakfast
For the past ten years, business, labor, community organizations and government leaders have attended the annual Maritime Industry Economic Forecast Breakfast. The Breakfast provides a tremendous opportunity to address the opportunities and challenges facing the region’s maritime and fishing industries. It also serves to showcase the important contribution of the King County maritime and fishing industries to the region’s economy and quality of life. In 2022, more than 270 industry leaders attended the breakfast.
WHEN: Thursday, November 9, during the Pacific Marine Expo (your breakfast includes free admission to the West Coast’s largest commercial marine trade show.)
WHERE: Lumen Field Events Center
TIME: 8-10 am
COST: Gold Sponsorship includes 10 tickets to the breakfast: $1,000, Silver Sponsorship includes 5 tickets to the breakfast: $500, General Single Tickets: $85
2023 AGENDA
Why Washington Maritime Works:
Economic Impact of Washington’s Maritime Industry
- Chad See, Washington Maritime Federation (confirmed)
- Heather Haugland, McKinley Research Group (confirmed)
Maritime Transportation
- Jon Burdick, President/CEO, Lynden (confirmed)
Workforce Development
- Facilitator: Tiffany Sevilla, Port of Seattle (confirmed)
- Jamila Gordon, Maritime High School Principal (confirmed)
- Maritime High School Student (invited)
- Chris McGettigan, Youth Engagement Coordinator, Urban
League of Metropolitan Seattle (confirmed)
- Tuuli Snow, Snow & Company (confirmed)
Maritime Innovation
- Port of Seattle Commission President Sam Cho (invited)
- Joshua Berger, Founder & President/CEO, Washington
Maritime Blue (confirmed)
Washington State Maritime Update
- Rep. Julia Reed (confirmed)
Program Participants
- Tosca Pinder, Newfront and Past President, Seattle Propeller
Club (confirmed)
- Eugene Wasserman, President, North Seattle Industrial
Association (confirmed)
- Bob Callahan, Pacific Marine Expo Show Director (confirmed)
October Happy Hour
SPC Happy Hour Celebrating National Seafood Month!
Date: October 18th, 2023
Time: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Reuben's Brews Barrel House, 1133 NW 51st St, (Ballard) Seattle, WA 98107
Cost: $30 Members, $35 Non-Members, includes 2 drink tickets
Join us at Reuben's Brews, located in the heart of Ballard, for an evening of maritime camaraderie, craft beer, and fantastic conversations. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a landlubber with a love for the sea, this is an event you won't want to miss.
Non-Profit Highlight of the Month
Salmon for Soldiers is a registered non-profit charity, established in 2013, whose mission is “to offer a sense of normalcy and relaxation to our nation's Veterans through fishing.” The simple act of fishing allows them to relax, enter into new relationships and to learn how fishing can benefit them for a day or a lifetime. Salmon for Soldiers events are designed to accommodate veterans with paralysis, PTSD, TBI and other debilitating challenges. Each year over 400 veterans are given the opportunity to fish with local guides and volunteer boaters through Salmon for Soldiers.
Salmon for Soldier’s is a fully volunteer organization. All donations are used to send our nation’s veterans and active-duty military members fishing. Studies indicate that taking part in outdoor activities, like fishing, is healing and restorative for our veterans and their families. Salmon for Soldiers has taken 1226 veterans fishing over the past 3 years thanks to the generosity of our sponsors.
Thank you to our sponsor!
Don't miss this opportunity to unwind, network, and celebrate our community. We look forward to seeing you there!
Annual Meeting Aboard the Virginia V
Join us for our Annual Meeting, set aboard the iconic Virginia V! Don't miss this opportunity to connect, network, and celebrate another successful year for our club. At this gathering, we'll also be thrilled to announce our new board members. We extend our thanks to the Virginia V team for their generous donation of this historic vessel for our event.
The boat will be staying at the dock, so arrive anytime!
REGISTER NOW BELOW
About the Virginia V
The S.S. VIRGINIA V sailed her maiden voyage on June 11, 1922, as part of the Puget Sound Mosquito Fleet. She ran the route between Seattle and Tacoma along the West Pass (also known as “Colvos Passage”) between Vashon Island and the Kitsap Peninsula from 1922 to 1938.
Today, the S.S. VIRGINIA V is the last operational example of a Puget Sound Mosquito Fleet steamer. Her all-wood construction and steam engine make her a National Historic Landmark vessel. We provide hands-on training opportunities to youth through paid student internships and maritime field trips, and to adults through our all-volunteer crew.
August Happy Hour
Mark your calendars for a fun evening on the dock with Seattle Propeller Club members old and new! Snacks and drinks on (the) deck will be provided along with beautiful views of Mt Rainier and Lake Union.
Thanks to AWO for providing their space for this event!
REGISTER NOW BELOW!
WANT TO SPONSOR THIS EVENT?
If you would like to help bring this event together by becoming a sponsor, please contact admin@seattlepropellerclub.org for more information and organization details.
NONPROFIT HIGHLIGHT
As a part of our mission to support other maritime organizations in our community a portion of profits from this event will be going to the nonprofit organization SEASTR. Learn more about them below.
SEASTR is a non-profit with a mission to optimize the human/environment connection, using water to engage the underrepresented in their own process of healing and evolution, making a difference for themselves, their families, and their communities. The connection between access to the water and the potential livelihood associated with it has not been made as available as it should be. Whether a woman is looking to obtain a Washington State Boaters Card or a United States Coast Guard License, SEASTR can help guide women in the right direction and help them make the connection needed to further their endeavors. While access to the maritime community is a multi-faceted conversation, their low-cost programming aims to help alleviate the financial factor, break down the barrier of affluence, and encourage equal access. SEASTR offers programs for women ranging from maritime access and education; surfing, standup paddle boarding, and sailing experiences; to youth paddle camps; to water knowledge like tide and currents, environmental awareness; and low-impact race coaching.
Candidate Event at the Shipyard
Join us to meet the candidates who are running for City Council in District 4, 6 and 7, County Council District 4, and two Port Commissioner races. This event is a tremendous way for you to meet the candidates and discuss the issues and your priorities. Your ticket includes a BBQ and drink coupons.
More than 150 industry and business leaders are expected to attend. Thank you Doug Dixon, Chris Johnson and PacFish for hosting!
To Register: Visit https://fremont.com/community-event/candidate-happy-hour-at-the-shipyard/
$30 per person, which includes BBQ and beverages.
Sponsors:
Fremont Chamber of Commerce
The Ballard Alliance
North Seattle Industrial Association
Northwest Marine Trade Association
Pacific Merchant Shipping Association
Seattle Marine Business Coalition
Seattle Propeller Club
Washington Maritime Federation
Host:
Pacific Fishermen Shipyard and PFI Marine Electric
Seattle Maritime Day Breakfast
Don’t miss the 2023 Seattle Maritime Day breakfast from 8-9:30 a.m. on Friday, May 12, at the Seattle Marriott Waterfront Hotel!
More than 200 maritime industry leaders are expected to attend the breakfast, which will include a keynote address by Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, the presentation of the annual Puget Sound Maritime Achievement Award and the Seattle Propeller Club Public Official of the Year Award, and an update from the Port of Seattle.
Gold Sponsorship - $1,000
10 tickets for a table at the breakfast with VIP table location, recognition by the breakfast emcee and company logo on the event PowerPoint presentation and Breakfast Program. Your logo will also be in mailings to promote breakfast attendance and on the Seattle Maritime Matters and Seattle Propeller Club websites.
Silver Sponsorship - $500
5 tickets for the breakfast with preferred seating, recognition by the breakfast emcee and company name on the event PowerPoint presentation and Breakfast Program. Company name in mailings to promote breakfast attendance. Name recognition on the Seattle Maritime Matters and Seattle Propeller Club websites.
General Tickets
Table of 10 - $800
Individual Tickets - $80 each
Masquerade Party and Casino Night
JOIN US FOR CASINO GAMES, DRINKS, HEAVY APPETIZERS, A RAFFLE, AND AN OVERALL NIGHT OF FUN AT THE WORLD TRADE CENTER.
March Happy Hour
Sign up now for our March event – Happy Hour at The Woods Tasting Room! If this place sounds familiar, that’s because we held a successful happy hour there in 2022, and it’s the home of Seattle Cider Company and Two Beers Brewing. We have the Mezzanine reserved for the event.
Date: Wednesday, March 15th
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Registration: $20 Members, $25 Non-Members
Where: The Woods Tasting Room, 4660 Ohio Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
Space is limited!
We will close registration as soon as we hit 40 guests!
Brought to you by:
Want to Become a Sponsor?
If you would like to sponsor this special event please contact Peter Schrappen at pschrappen@ameicanwaterways.com and we’ll make it happen!
Annual Mini Golf Tournament
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED
WHEN: February 22
TIME: 4:30 pm - 7:30pm
WHERE: Flatstick Pub, Pioneer Square
PRICE: Includes a round of golf and 2 drink tickets
Members - $30 individual or $100 corporate membership four-some
Non-Members - $45 (unless part of a corporate member four-some)
Members can bring a four-some or be paired upon arrival at the event.
Registration for this event has closed
PRIZES FOR:
Best Score (takes home the coveted SPC Golf Club Set)
Not-So-Much Score
Most Enthusiastic
Brought to you by:
Sponsorship inquiries, please email sscherer@trans-inst.org.
State of the Port
Registration is now open for our January Luncheon. At this “State of the Port” address, our guest speakers will discuss what they are seeing at the Port of Seattle. Come join us for a lively discussion on what’s to come in 2023 and learn more about the Mission to Seafarers.
Speakers:
Steve Metruck, Executive Director, Port of Seattle
Captain Patrick Hilbert, Captain of the Port of Sector Puget Sound, USCG
Date: Wednesday, January 18th
Time: 11:30 am-1:30 pm (program 12:15-1 pm)
Where: Duke’s on South Lake Union 1111 Fairview Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Cost: $85 for members / $90 for non-members
***Registration for this event has CLOSED***
Thank you To Our Generous Event Sponsor!
Non-Profit Spotlight:
Seattle Seafarers Center, An Affiliate of The Mission to Seafarers
50% of our raffle will go to the Seattle Seafarers Center
The Seattle Seafarers Center (the Center) provides a vital role caring for the well-being of seafarers who visit major ports of the inland waters of the Puget Sound.
The mission of the Center is to welcome and care for seafarers who visit Puget Sound. The Center provides that care through ship visits and transportation, connecting crews with vaccine providers in Puget Sound (e.g., Discovery Health), and offering communication tools (SIM cards) and other basic necessities (e.g., shopping) for seafarers.
In addition, the Center fosters leadership and vocational development through its internship program. Finally, the Center regularly engages in outreach with local communities to raise up the visibility of seafarers. Outreach is focused first on local communities of faith, and we are beginning to expand to other partners in the maritime industry such as the Seattle Propeller Club. We also work with local communities of faith to sponsor an annual holiday ditty bag drive.
Holiday Luncheon
UPDATE - SOLD OUT
All spots for this event have been filled. Keep an eye on this page and your email for more information regarding our January event!
For those attending, we look forward to celebrating the season with you on Wednesday.
When: December 14th, 11:30 am-1:30 pm
Where: Duke’s on South Lake Union
Cost: $85 for members, $95 for non-members
Raffle Items Needed! Please email Sarah Scherer at sscherer@trans-inst.org to donate today and be recognized at the event! The larger the donation, the better!
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Maritime Industry Economic Forecast Breakfast
For the past 10 years, business, labor, community organization and government leaders have attended the annual Maritime Industry Economic Forecast Breakfast. The breakfast provides a tremendous opportunity to address the opportunities and challenges facing the region’s maritime and fishing industries. It also serves to highlight the important contribution of the King County maritime and fishing industries to the region’s economy and quality of life. In 2021, more than 225 people attended the breakfast and it was the largest Seattle Propeller Club event of the year!
Event presenters: Seattle Propeller Club, North Seattle Industrial Association, American Waterways Operators, Northwest Marine Trade Association, Seattle Marine Business Coalition, Transportation Institute, Port of Seattle and King County maritime businesses.
LOCATION: Lumen Field Events Center, West Club Lounge. Please enter via the Events Center Garage and go to the 5th-floor entrance at the north end of the parking garage.
Sponsors and Table Hosts
Partners
October Happy Hour
Come join us to celebrate Seafood Month at our October Happy Hour!
Location: Old Stove, Canal Location: 600 W Nickerson St, Seattle, WA 98119 (This event will be inside. We will move outside if we have a nice day!)
Cost: $20 members / $25 non-members
This event is generously sponsored by:
Fishermen’s Finest is a commercial fishing fleet on a mission to feed the world. This work goes hand-in-hand with careful stewardship of natural resources and protection of our environment says Helena Park, CEO. ‘As commercial fishermen we are the stewards of the fishery. It is an important public resource and it is our responsibility to manage it respectfully, sustainably, and to reduce our carbon footprint to the maximum extent practicable.’
Register Below
Annual Meeting
It is time for our annual meeting, where we will have a small program that includes reviewing club business, saying goodbye to our outgoing board members, and welcoming our new board members. Please note, space is limited - don’t wait to register!
Date: Wednesday, September 21st
Time: 4:30-7pm
Location: Miller Nash Office, 2801 Alaskan Way # 300, Seattle, WA 98121
Cost: $20 members; $25 non-members, includes beer/wine and light appetizers
Thank you to our generous sponsor
Happy Hour aboard the Virginia V
Date: Wednesday August 17
Time: 4:30-7pm
Location: Virginia V, Lake Union Park
Cost: $40 members; $45 non-members; includes one drink (beer/wine)
Note: The boat will be staying at the dock, so arrive anytime!
Annual Golf Tournament
Washington National located in Auburn, WA
July 20, 2022, Shotgun Start at 1:00 p.m.
Happy Hour at the Shipyard
36th District Candidate Happy Hour Event at the Shipyard
4:30 – 6 p.m., Wednesday, June 15th
This is an outdoor event.
You’re invited to meet the candidates who are running for the 36th District of the Washington State Legislature at a special happy hour at Pacific Fishermen Shipyard. We will also be inviting Seattle City Council members who represent our area.
Confirmed attendees:
Legislative District 36, State Senator
Noel Frame
Kate Martin
Legislative District 36, State Representative Pos. 1
Waylon Robert
Julia G. Reed
Nicole D. Gomez
Jeff Manson
Elizabeth Tyler Crone
Legislative District 36, State Representative Pos. 2
Liz Berry
King County Prosecutor
Jim Ferrell
Seattle City Councilmembers
Dan Strauss
Andrew Lewis
Sponsors:
Fremont Chamber of Commerce
American Waterways Operators
The Ballard Alliance
North Seattle Industrial Association
Northwest Marine Trade Association
Pacific Merchant Shipping Association
Seattle Marine Business Coalition
Seattle Propeller Club
Washington Maritime Federation
Host:
Pacific Fishermen Shipyard and PFI Marine Electric
$30 per person, which includes appetizers and beverages.
Masks are recommended for unvaccinated guests when not seated, eating, or drinking.
2022 Seattle Maritime Day Breakfast
Seattle Maritime Day Breakfast
8:00 - 9:30 a.m., Friday, May 13, 2022
Seattle Marriott Waterfront Hotel
Presented by:
Legislative & Government Affairs
How Decisions in Olympia
Impact the Maritime Industry
Date: Wednesday, April 20th
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Where: Duke’s on South Lake Union
1111 Fairview Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Speakers:
Representative Chris Corry, 14th Legislative District
Gordon Baxter, Founder and Owner of Count Consulting, Inc.
Now that the Washington State Legislature has officially adjourned the 2022 legislative session, it’s time to hear about what was, or was not accomplished during the short 60 day session. Despite the short duration of the session and the fact that it’s an election year, the Legislature still managed to pass over 300 bills including a supplemental operating budget. Representative Chris Corry representing the 14th Legislative District, and Mr. Gordon Baxter, founder and owner of Count Consulting, Inc., will provide us with their perspectives on how the maritime industry may be impacted by the decisions coming out of Olympia.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Speaker Bios:
Representative Chris Corry was sworn into office in 2019 representing the 14th Legislative District, including most of Yakima County, all of Klickitat and Skamania counties and a small portion of eastern Clark County. Rep. Corry represents a broad swath of agricultural interests, who are keenly aware of the importance of Puget Sound and Columbia River ports for export opportunities. Rep. Corry has also been engaged in issues around pilotage as well as increasing opportunities for maritime support business in the Puget Sound. He is currently the Assistant Ranking Member of the Appropriations Committee. In addition he serves on the Community & Economic Development Committee and the Consumer Protection & Business Committee. He is a graduate of the University of Washington where he earned a bachelors degree in Political Science. Rep. Corry lives with his wife and three children in Yakima.
Mr. Gordon Baxter is the founder and owner of Count Consulting, Inc. Gordon has decades of experience advocating on behalf of the maritime industry in the Washington State Legislature. His clients include several maritime and transportation-focused organized labor organizations such as the Masters Mates & Pilots Union, the International Longshore & Warehouse Union, the Inlandboatmen’s Union, the Puget Sound Metal Trades Council, and the General Teamsters Local Union 174. He is active in many local maritime organizations and has served on the Governing Committee of the Washington Assigned Risk Plan, providing USL&H insurance to small marine employers, since its inception. He earned his degree in Political Science from the University of California Los Angeles. And he and his family make their home in Renton.
Sponsorship opportunities are available – please email us if you are interested in sponsoring the event!