The Conch Podcast features interviews
with the most inspiring people in the world of seafood.
Join Julie Kuchepatov,
founder of Seafood and Gender Equality (SAGE),
as she interviews people striving
to succeed in the sector, as well as those already making an impact,
and the challenges they face -
all while working to improve
the environmental and social responsibility
of the planet’s most incredible food source - seafood!
According to recent research, women make up only 4% of the CEOs of the world’s largest seafood companies. That’s why we’re especially excited to bring you Kim Gorton’s story and insights—Kim is the CEO and President of Slade Gorton, a third-generation, family-owned seafood importer, processor, and distributor in Boston that got its start way back in 1849.
Tune into Season 3, Episode 7 of The Conch podcast to hear how Kim carries on her family’s legacy and pushes for continuous improvement in reducing waste, regenerating resources, and providing sustainable seafood with a low carbon footprint.
Episode Guide
:00 Intro
01:10 As the President and CEO of Slade Gorton, Kim is carrying forth her family's incredible legacy in the seafood business that began in 1849!
3:58 How Slade Gorton is realizing their commitments to reducing waste, regenerating resources, and reshaping the consumer's experience with seafood.
12:18 Climate change: the 800 lb gorilla in the seafood industry. *Read more about the complexities and nuances of the carbon footprint of seafood and other protein sources.
18:10 The seafood industry showed great resilience and collaboration during the pandemic, however challenges still linger.
22:44 Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good—advice on how nonprofits and the seafood industry must work together to achieve common goals.
26:24 A career in the family seafood business wasn’t always a given.
33:40 The seafood industry—once highly dangerous, unpredictable, and rigorous—is evolving into an exciting career choice for more women and youth.
37:40 Advice to SAGE: highlight accomplishments of women in the sector who merit recognition.
39:03 Kim uplifts the dynamic Sylvia Wulf!
Resources:
Learn more about Slade Gorton and their mission to bring wholesome, nutritious and sustainable seafood from around the world to America’s table.
Recommend this episode to one person who is curious about America’s original seafood family!
The Conch podcast is a program of Seafood and Gender Equality (SAGE).
Audio production, engineering, editing, mixing, and sound design by Crystal Sanders-Alvarado for Seaworthy.
Theme music: “Dilation” by Satan's Pilgrims
Funding generously provided by
