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Hello my name is Chris Partee. I am searching for funding in the form of either a loan or investment.
I am a 37 year old commercial fisherman working in the industry since 2001 where I started on a charter fishing boat out of a small town on the west coast of Oregon. I immediately knew the ocean is where I belonged.
I have fished for Salmon, Halibut, Sablefish, Dungeness Crab, Spot Prawns, Tuna (albacore) and more than 20 species of Rock fish including Ling Cod. Both nearshore and deep water.
I have also done research trips for the state of Oregon and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. These contracts pay well and pay regardless of outcome.
In 2010 I was lucky to be a part of the research that ultimately lead to one of our first Rockfish marine reserves. Part of the rockfish conservation effort to ensure the health of or fish stocks for future generations.
Almost 10 years later I found myself in a position to take over a full operation. (This was a forty year legacy and I had some big shoes to fill).
We take pride in keeping our product local and available to our community. Working with several markets and buyers to keep as much of our product as local as possible.
Enter COVID-19. When the restaurants closed our markets tanked. But we survived. Through two of the worst seasons in 30 plus years we survived.
I have taken ownership of a 32 foot Down Easter lobster boat. With a crab, halibut, salmon-tuna, and nearshore endorsed live fish permit. With 300 crab pots. Currently I am looking for funding to achieve multiple goals.
Looking to purchase some new gear.(Pots,Rope,buoys,etc.)
As well as re-fiberglassing the deck on the boat. Doing this work on the boat would open up more options for research contracts. And potentially building a bait freezer.
My business has generated over $200,000 a year. And has done so for many years previous to my acquisition of the boat. There is potential for research work that I have not been able to take advantage of due to ownership/insurance coverage issues.
With the additional funds at my disposal I know with certainty I can increase that yearly total. A cash infusion into my business would help expand its ability to increase its profit margin. It takes money to make money, and the fishing industry is no exception, it’s high risk high reward.
I would be willing to make a percentage based payment either bi-annually or quarterly.
I sincerely thank you for your time and consideration.
Thankfully Chris Partee.
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