We are pleased to present you the Shrimp Masterclass 2025, taking place October 13th to 15th in the heart of Miami, Florida, at the Ashe Auditorium of the James L. Knight Center, located within the Hyatt Regency building.
- Do you want the next generation to fully understand the shrimp business and shrimp industry from its past, to its present, to where it’s headed?
- Want to finally understand what happens before the shrimp hits the container or the plate?
- Can you really make the best business decisions without understanding the entire shrimp supply chain, world producers, tariffs?
- Ever been asked a shrimp question you couldn’t confidently answer?
- Think you know shrimp? What if there’s a lot more beneath the surface?
- Why wait years to learn what you can absorb in three intensive days with global experts?
Unlike trade shows or commercial expos, the Shrimp Masterclass is a fully educational event, focused on delivering a clear, structured, and data-driven understanding of the entire shrimp value chain, supported by didactic presentations and videos.
From genetics and hatchery operations to farming practices, harvesting, processing, export market trends, innovations, trade and production data, and consumer behavior, this Masterclass is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and insights needed to make better decisions and help move the industry forward.
Our mission is to educate and empower shrimp industry professionals by providing a space to learn directly from global experts who are shaping the future of the sector.
This is not an event for selling, it is a space to share, connect, and grow together.
In the program, you will find the presentation titles that shape this unique educational experience, each delivered by industry leaders who make the sessions dynamic, practical, and engaging for all participants.
If you're curious about what makes this Masterclass special, you can watch a recap video of last year’s edition here:
Confirmed Speakers
Confirmed speakers include:
- Gabriel Luna – Owner of GLuna Shrimp, Market advisor, co-founder of the Global Shrimp Council
- Willem van der Pijl – Director of Shrimp Insights and co-founder of the Global Shrimp Forum
- Angel Rubio – Senior Analyst at Expana
- João Rocha – Director of Genetic Programs
- Scott Zimmerman – Expert in seafood regulations and compliance
- Eduardo Arosemena – Director of Kampi
- Emily de Souza – Seafood influencer and communicator
- Manoj Sharma – Specialist in India’s shrimp industry
- José Villalón – Sustainability and certification expert, former Global Sustainability Director at Nutreco
- Mónica Arce – Innovator and Digital Transformation Leader
- Robin Pearl – Agent Shrimp
Program Highlights
Day 1 (Oct 13): Industry essentials, sustainability and consumption trends.
Day 2 (Oct 14): Feed, genetics, trade, market dynamics, innovation, marketing, and global perspectives.
Day 3 (Oct 15): New for 2025! A fully hands-on experience designed to immerse participants in the operational and technical realities of the shrimp industry.
These are the companies committed to elevating knowledge in the shrimp industry.
Thanks to our Sponsors and Media Partners, who make The Shrimp Masterclass possible by supporting education and transparency in the sector. Their commitment ensures that professionals across the value chain have access to world-class learning opportunities.
Here are some reviews from attendees of The Shrimp Masterclass 2024:
AMANDA DURAN – CHICKEN OF THE SEA (USA)
“Great group of topics and just ready to learn all about the shrimp supply chain.”
ELENA FACCINI – Hendrix Genetics (Italy)
“After attending The Shrimp Masterclass 2024, I really appreciated how they brought together different areas of expertise — from genetics to imports and exports. It gives a broad overview of the industry.”
MARCELO OYARZUN – AKER BIOMARINE (Chile)
“I’m new to shrimp. The information I got from this event was really, really good. I loved how the program was structured to help you deeply understand different topics like markets, trends, and genetics. The information shared by Willem and Gabriel was very up-to-date — and understanding this helps you relate to what’s coming in the future.”
Whether you're a producer, exporter, buyer, policymaker, investor, or part of the foodservice or aquaculture supply chain, this event is a must-attend to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Tickets are available at the Shrimp Masterclass website.
Pricing 2025 – $1,099
Day 3 participation is limited, so we recommend early registration.
We look forward to welcoming you and your team to Miami for a Masterclass that will challenge, inspire, and connect.