Ashley Vellis, owner of Ashley’s Seafood in Humboldt Bay and a valued Humboldt Made Board of Directors member, is a true pillar of our community. As the wife of a commercial fisherman, Ashley has built a thriving direct-to-consumer seafood business that connects locals to the freshest catches while supporting her family and community. Recently, she shared her inspiring journey on the podcast Partners of Commercial Fishermen in an episode titled "Bootstrapping a direct-to-consumer fishing business to support her family and community." Ashley’s passion, resilience, and dedication continue to make a lasting impact in Humboldt County.

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