Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

HACCP4Seafood is a leading U.S.-based food safety training and consulting organization dedicated to the seafood industry. Founded and directed by food safety expert David L. A. Rosson, the company specializes in providing FDA-recognized Seafood HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) training and compliance consulting services. With a sharp focus on regulatory alignment, industry-specific guidance, and virtual accessibility, HACCP4Seafood is a trusted partner for processors, importers, distributors, and food safety professionals across North America and beyond.

Core Business & Offerings

HACCP4Seafood delivers a range of services centered around seafood safety education and regulatory compliance:

• Seafood HACCP Training:

  • Online Seafood HACCP Training (Part 1 – Self-paced)
  • Virtual Segment 2 Courses (Interactive, scheduled sessions)
  • Customized Private Virtual or Onsite HACCP Classes for companies

• Food Safety Consulting:

  • Seafood HACCP Plan Development and Review
  • Label Compliance Review and Guidance
  • Regulatory Inspection Support and Corrective Action Planning

All training follows the FDA Seafood HACCP Regulation (21 CFR Part 123) and the AFDO/Seafood HACCP Alliance (SHA) protocols, ensuring compliance with both domestic and international regulatory frameworks.

Specialization & USP

HACCP4Seafood stands out for its deep specialization in seafood-specific safety compliance, rather than broad-spectrum food training. The company offers:

• FDA-recognized certificates upon course completion
• Personalized feedback from certified instructors
• Affordable, accessible, and regularly scheduled virtual sessions
• Courses trusted by major seafood producers and international exporters

This focused approach has earned HACCP4Seafood a reputation for excellence among U.S. seafood processors, international exporters targeting the U.S. market, and small-to-medium enterprises needing regulatory clarity.

Target Markets

HACCP4Seafood’s services are designed to serve a wide range of industry participants:

• U.S.-based seafood processors and importers
• Exporters from Asia, South America, and Europe aiming to enter the U.S. market
• New business entrants and food entrepreneurs requiring HACCP certification
• Seafood companies preparing for FDA inspections or responding to compliance notices

The company operates primarily across the United States, with extended virtual training accessibility to Canada, Mexico, India, Vietnam, and other exporting countries.

Client Reach & Training Metrics

Based on internal data and course participation statistics:

• Over 8,000 professionals trained since inception
• 400+ companies served with training or consulting
• Clients include FDA-registered facilities, seafood startups, and global exporters
• 90%+ satisfaction rate in post-training feedback surveys

The majority of clients return for refresher courses, private team training, or HACCP updates aligned with regulation changes.

Financial Scale

As a privately owned training and consulting firm, detailed financials are not disclosed. However, consistent training enrollment, strong client retention, and growing demand for remote food safety education signal sustainable and growing revenue performance.

The organization has shown notable growth during the COVID-19 pandemic as it pivoted successfully to virtual training models, making it a frontrunner in digital seafood HACCP education.

Capabilities & Infrastructure

• Virtual Learning Platform with user-friendly interface and modular coursework
• Certified Lead Instructors with Seafood HACCP Alliance credentials
• Bespoke Consulting Services tailored to company size, product type, and inspection history
• Accessible Course Scheduling to meet global time zones and regulatory deadlines

Courses are continuously updated to reflect changes in FDA regulations and industry best practices.

Certifications & Compliance

HACCP4Seafood operates in alignment with all major seafood safety training standards:

• FDA-recognized Seafood HACCP Training Provider
• Compliant with Seafood HACCP Alliance (SHA) curriculum
• All instructors are AFDO-certified Lead Trainers

Certificates issued by HACCP4Seafood are recognized by federal and state regulators, including during seafood facility inspections by the FDA.

Client Testimonials

“David's course was incredibly informative and practical. We passed our FDA inspection with no observations thanks to his guidance.”
– Quality Manager, U.S. Seafood Importer

“This was the most comprehensive virtual HACCP training I’ve attended. The instructor answered every question with real-world examples.”
– HACCP Coordinator, Seafood Exporter (India)

Major Achievements

• Successfully transitioned over 95% of training modules online, increasing global accessibility
• Developed Segment 2 Virtual Courses that meet official training guidelines with live interaction
• Recognized by seafood industry professionals for consulting success during FDA compliance audits
• Trusted by regulatory bodies and global seafood exporters for certificate credibility

HACCP4Seafood continues to lead the seafood safety training landscape by combining regulatory expertise, instructional clarity, and virtual innovation to support global food safety compliance.