Allied MemberShips

Be Part of Florida’s Shellfish Future.

Florida’s shellfish industry is growing and we need allies to make it thrive. FSAA Allied Members are businesses, restaurants, educators, nonprofits, government agencies, and organizations that stand with Florida’s shellfish farmers and invest in the future of our coastal communities.

Your membership puts you closer to the growers, opportunities, and issues shaping Florida’s shellfish industry while helping build a stronger seafood economy, cleaner waters, and more resilient working waterfronts.

  • Why Become an Allied Member?

    • Connect with Growers — Build relationships with Florida shellfish farmers and industry leaders.

    • Strengthen Florida Seafood — Support a growing local industry and keep more seafood dollars in Florida.

    • Invest in Clean Water — Support farming practices that directly contribute to cleaner water and healthier marine ecosystems.

    • Build the Workforce — Help develop the next generation of skilled workers and shellfish farmers.

    • Protect Working Waterfronts — Stand behind the communities and infrastructure that keep Florida’s seafood economy moving.

    • Drive Research & Innovation — Help advance the science, technology, and solutions that will shape the industry’s future.

Identify the Membership Category where you fit!

Student $25

  • Industry Newsletter

  • Internship Connections

  • Career Opportunities

  • Educational Resources

Academic Partner (Individual) $200

  • Everything in Student

  • Educational Programming Collaboration

  • Workforce Development Partnerships

  • Access to Industry Experts

Restaurants $250

  • Networking with Florida Growers

  • Industry Newsletter

  • Access to FSAA Member Directory

  • Website Link

  • Cross-promotional opportunities

  • Educational Opportunities

Industry Stakeholders $1,000

Ideal for academic institutions, suppliers, financial institutions, equipment manufacturers, service providers, and marine businesses.

  • Industry Newsletter

  • Access to FSAA Member Directory

  • Website Link

  • Networking with Florida Growers

  • Cross-promotional opportunities

  • Educational Opportunities

  • Ad space in Newsletters

  • 2 Tickets to Annual Toast to the Coast Event in Tallahassee

Pearl Sponsors $2,500

Maximum Visibility with Industry Members

  • Annual Report Recognition

  • Social Media Spotlight

  • 6 tickets to Toast to the Coast Event in Tallahassee

  • Networking with Florida Growers

  • Industry Newsletter + Ad Space

  • Access to FSAA Member Directory

  • Website Link

  • Cross-promotional opportunities