The inaugural Top Women in Maritime Celebration, hosted by Marine Log, made its mark by shining a spotlight on the incredible achievements of women in a field long dominated by men. Now, the inspiring event is available for everyone to see, as the full video of the celebration can be viewed.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Meet Joe Young, Senior Manager of Workforce Development, for the American Welding Society, and check out the video to a learn about the incredible opportunities offered in a welding career and see why Joe is excited about the future of welding.

This impactful short video was produced by MigranTV and shares the life-changing experience that a 6-day overnight program aboard Adventuress had on a group of young people from the Casino Road neighborhood of Everett, Washington. The Everett at Sea program is in partnership with Connect Casino Road and was funded by the Washington State No Child Left Inside Grant Program. The video was debuted at Sound Experience's 2024 annual benefit dinner & auction, Party for Adventuress - Charting a Course!

Jennifer Carpenter, President and CEO of the American Waterways Operators (AWO) talks about the nation’s tug and barge industry and why the Jones Act is critical to America’s political strength, economic power, and national security. The Jones Act ensures a strong and vibrant maritime industry, which helps the United States maintains its expertise in shipbuilding and waterborne transportation.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Meet Sloane Perras, Vice President of Foss Offshore Wind. Foss Offshore Wind is a leading provider of Installation, Laydown, Supply and Transportation Services to the US Offshore Wind Industry.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. How does a Ballard-area shipyard meet their workforce needs of the future and invest in our community? Meet Tuuli Snow, who is a recruiter for her family’s Ballard boatbuilding company, Snow and Company, Inc. Tuuli has also been a very active participant in the Port of Seattle’s Youth Maritime Career Launch Program, which provides paid interns to her shipyard.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Meet Adam Kulass, Director of Career & Technical Education at Tacoma Public Schools. Adam shares the details of this exciting, collaborative project to help create the maritime workforce of the future.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Meet Meredith Brinton who started out as a deck hand and bartender and now is on her way to captaining her own boat. Learn about her path and training programs such as Compass Courses that are helping with her journey.

This series of videos were produced summer 2023 focusing on a handful of different career connected learning programs across the state. These videos capture student stories, perspectives from educators, and show the value of career connected learning. All of the videos are now available on CCW’s new Vimeo page.

Sea Potential founders Savannah Smith, Director of Youth Engagement, and Ebony Welborn, Director of Corporate Advancement, sit down with Ann Avary, Director, Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology at Skagit Valley to discuss the challenges and opportunities for the maritime industry to engage communities of color. Learn what inspired Savannah and Ebony to follow a career in the maritime industry and start their own business. They will share their opportunities and challenges, and the passion they share encouraging and educating young students and others.

Today on Wave Breaker, Ann Avary, Director, Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology at Skagit Valley College sits down with Jenny Johnson of Maritime Inclusion Partners to discuss the challenges and opportunities for the maritime industry to foster a workplace that respects and appreciates the multifaceted nature of diversity. Maritime Inclusion Partners addresses the labor shortages in the maritime industry by offering consulting services to create an inclusive, safe, and sustainable US mariner workforce.

Get an up-close look at one of the nation’s top maritime training programs – The Seattle Maritime Academy Located by the Ballard Bridge, Seattle Maritime Academy offers two affordable US Coast Guard-approved certificate programs that prepare you for a career in commercial and passenger transportation, commercial fishing, deep-sea sailing and the workboat industry. Programs begin in the fall and comprise three 11-week quarters followed by an at-sea internship.

Learn the skills and receive the training you need to launch your career in the recreational boat, ship repair, and maintenance industries. Training with a faculty of industry experts, you’ll work and learn in a purpose-built professional facility, preparing you to work as a technician on recreational and commercial vessels in this high demand industry.

The Center of Excellence is pleased to share this youth engagement webinar presented by the founders of Sea Potential, Ebony Welborn and Savannah Smith. Ebony and Savannah shared engagement strategies and great resources.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Michael started his career in HVAC, then moved to Washington and saw SAFE boats following the Washington State Ferries, which inspired him to apply. He loves working in the shop, wiring boats, and training fellow workers. Now he specializes in fiber optics as an integration lead.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Ryan is a welder/fabricator at SAFE Boats International. As a work lead, he ensures work continues on schedule and solves issues as they arrive. He discusses his education journey and how he became successful in the maritime industry.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Michael is an integration lead at SAFE Boats International. He takes pride in the togetherness that a career in maritime provides, and notes that his work is engaging and that "there's not a dull moment."

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. You don't need a degree to become a boat fabricator. Jesse at Silverback Marine builds aluminum boats and shares how he got started in the industry.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Jesse is a foreman at Silverback Marine where he builds aluminum boats. He's proud of the sense of accomplishment that comes from hard work and making progress each day.

Washington Maritime Careers is presented by the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology. The Center, which is part of Skagit Valley College, focuses on strengthening the connections between education and the industry to meet the technical workforce needs of the Washington State maritime industry. Captain Vern of MV Doolin-Rogers got involved in youth education to help students learn math and science skills through practical application. He notes how rewarding it is to pass his knowledge on to young people by being on the water and helping them find their passions.