MARITIME, TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS INDUSTRY TRACK

OVERVIEW:

Governor Inslee’s top priority is to create an economic climate where innovation and  entrepreneurship can continue to thrive and create good paying jobs in every corner of our state. Washington State’s maritime sector comprises a robust and growing set of industries that contribute to achieving the Governor’s priority goal. 

How do we define Washington’s Maritime sector:

Washington’s maritime industry is rooted in the historic strength of our natural resources, our strategic location and excellent transportation connections that provide efficient access  to global markets.  It is a diverse industry that includes:

• Cargo handling and logistics—supported by 75 port districts in the state
• Fishing and seafood processing
• Ship and boat building, repair and maintenance
• Passenger vessel operations
• Recreational boating and sport fishing
• Military and federal activities through the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and NOAA
• Numerous support industries, including a solid base of maritime education and training programs

Although maritime activity has long been a pillar of the state’s economy, it continues to grow (an average of 6.4% a year), utilizes the latest technologies, includes leading global companies, and today provides jobs with substantially better pay than the average for all industries.  The average pay for a job in Washington is $52,000, while maritime workers are paid an average of $70,800—totaling over $4 billion in wages in 2012.

Sector impacts on Washington’s economy:

The sector contributes $15 billion in gross business income, and directly employs 57,700 people. Including indirect and induced impacts, the sector is responsible for 146,000 jobs in the state and $30 billion in economic activity.

LOCATION: Washington Army National Guard (WANG) Center

AFTERNOON SESSION

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM        Industry Overview

• Ann Avary
• Coral Leford – Seattle Maritime Academy        
• Julie Keim – Compass Courses  
• Carlo Smith – Central Washington University      
• Thomas R. George, Teamsters/AGC Training Center                                                     

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM      Employer Best Practices

• Steve Sewell
• Greg Stanfill, YRC
• Jim Ray, Fastport
• John Lockwood, Vigor

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM    Workshop

• Institute for Veterans and Military Families/SBA on Entrepreneurship