Bristol Seafood Portland, Maine-based Bristol Seafood has welcomed Michael Cote and Jennifer Bushman to its board of directors. The Certified B Corporation markets the My Fish Dish, Seafood Singles and Grab & Go brands to retailers and distributors throughout North America.
Cote joins the board with a wealth of experience in building and scaling consumer-facing brands at companies including Pepperidge Farm, Odwalla and Bar Harbor Foods. His expertise will be instrumental in supporting Bristol Seafood’s mission to design innovative products and advise retailers on selection and merchandising strategies tailored to their specific locations and shopper demographics.
Bushman brings a unique perspective to the table with her experience in conveying compelling seafood stories. The James Beard nominee and co-founder of the Fed by Blue NGO was a key contributor to the “Hope in the Water” three-part docuseries produced by Emmy Award winning Andrew Zimmern, in collaboration with David E. Kelley.
“We are incredibly proud to welcome Michael and Jennifer to our board,” said Peter Handy, president and chief executive officer of Bristol Seafood. “Michael’s fact-based approach and Jennifer’s storytelling acumen enhance our ability to serve customers and support their long-term growth.”
Peter Gerrity, chairman of the board of directors, added: “The addition of Michael and Jennifer to our board is a testament to Bristol Seafood’s ongoing commitment to innovation and leadership in the seafood industry. We are excited to leverage their insights and experience to further our mission of making seafood your favorite protein.”
