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Sustaining, Growing and Improving Jobs and the Economy in the Maritime Sector Port of Seattle Commission Roundtable March 27, 2014 Governor Inslee's Priorities "Our number one priority is revitalizing Washington's economy.building a 21st century workforce(and)creat(ing) an economic climate where innovation and entrepreneurship can continue to thrive. " Focus on Key Sectors: Maritime! Clean energy Agriculture Military Aerospace Life sciences Information and communication technology See http://www.governor.wa.gov/issues/default.aspx Department of Commerce Mission: "Grow and Improve Jobs in Washington State" My job: Focal point and advisor on Maritime Issues within State government Advocate for the Maritime industry, within State government, and externally Help build coalitions to raise the awareness of the industry and act on issues of common interest The Maritime IndustryBroadly Defined Diverse, somewhat fragmented and underappreciated set of subsectors, including: Cargo and logistics---moving freight Fishing and seafood processing Ship and boat building, repair and maintenance Recreational boating Passenger vessel operations Numerous support industries Why Does it Matter? Direct employment: 57,700.vs. 94,000 for aerospace Pay: $70,200 vs. $52,000 statewide average Growing6.4%, but under threats Legacy, but not old! What Have We Learned? Industry players see threats in all segments Lack of understanding of the sector and it's importance some places in state government We need to have a stronger, better coordinated voice in Olympia, throughout the state and with the public generally Industry are happy about the focus, but we need to show results! I need help! Priorities Market, promote and build awarenessinternally and externally Build coalition to do that Carry the message and help on port competitiveness issues Big impact opportunity: fishing fleet rebuild Prioritize issues that cross segments: Again: market our brand Regulatory Balance Workforce Development For more information Contact Steve Sewell Presented by: steve.sewell@commerce.wa.gov 2001 6th Avenue, Suite 2600 Seattle, WA 98121-2895 Steve Sewell Office: (206) 256-6104 Director of Maritime Cell: (206) 747-0563 State of Washington Department of Commerce March 27, 2014
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