Togue Brawn
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About
Have worked in Maine's commercial fishing and seafood industry for over 30 years. Conducted scientific research aboard commercial fishing vessels, sold commercial fishing equipment, worked as a staff writer for Commercial Fisheries News, sold US and international (Argentina) commercial fishing trade shows and worked as a French translator at international seafood exhibitions. Assets include persuasive public speaking and writing skills, a positive attitude, abundant energy and enthusiasm, comfort with multitasking, an ability to respond logically to criticism and to calmly de-escalate conflicts honed through 25 years of bartending at a waterfront dive bar.
Experience
Owner and President - Downeast Dayboat, Inc.
(2011-01)
Downeast Dayboat's mission is to increase the profitability and sustainability of Maine's scallop fishery by highlighting the superiority of Maine scallops. We ship Maine scallops and other seafoods to home cooks, chefs and online retailers, with education an integral component of all activities.
Fisheries Consultant
(2011-01)
Conducted research and advocacy for various fishing groups, including obtaining MSC certification for Maine's lobster fishery for the Fund for the Advancement of Sustainable Maine Lobster, opposing and delaying MSC certification for the US Federal Scallop Fishery, advocating for small boat fishermen at the Federal level and serving as an at-large representative to the New England Fishery Management Council.
Research Management Coordinator - Maine Dept. of Marine Resources
(2007-01 - 2011-12)
Assisted the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and Director of External Affairs on issues pertaining to all fisheries other than lobster, which had its own coordinator. Major accomplishment was the development of a complete overhaul of Maine's inshore scallop fishery management.
- Drafted appropriation requests and comments on Federal rules
- Drafted and updated State regulations
- Worked to advance State legislation
- Held public hearings and responded to comments
- Administered the Scallop and Urchin Advisory Councils
- Acted as a liaison with various fisheries groups
Education
MSc - Marine Policy with a focus on fisheries - University of Maine, Orono (2002-01)
BA with distinction - Geology - Duke University (1992-01)
