Hawai‘i Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association Announces the
Appointment of Dick Jones as Executive Director
To FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 10, 2025
HONOLULU, HI — [November 10, 2025] — The Hawai‘i Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association (HAAA)
today announced the appointment of Dick Jones as Executive Director. The position reflects HAAA’s
commitment to strengthening leadership capacity and advancing Hawai‘i’s aquaculture industry through
collaborative innovation, responsible growth, and community engagement.
Jones, founder of Tidepoint Group and former CEO of Blue Ocean Mariculture, brings more than three
decades of experience in seafood, aquaculture, and organizaGonal leadership to the state’s foremost
voice for industry expansion. His work bridges corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial sectors, with a
focus on aligning sustainability, innovation, and economic opportunity across island and coastal
communities.
“I’m honored to take on this role at such an important time for Hawai‘i aquaculture,” said Dick Jones,
Executive Director of HAAA. “I’ve seen the power of collaboration to bring people, ideas, and investment
together for lasting impact. HAAA is poised to help shape a more resilient and locally grounded seafood
future for Hawai‘i, and I’m excited to work with our members, partners, and communities to make that
vision real.”
Under Jones’ leadership, HAAA will focus on building organizational strength, expanding partnerships
across the Pacific, and pursuing opportunities in workforce development, research, and marketing to
accelerate industry growth.
“Dick brings both deep industry experience and a genuine commitment to the expansion of sustainable
aquaculture in Hawai‘i” said Ron Weidenbach, President of HAAA. “His leadership comes at a pivotal
Gme for our industry, and we’re confident that his vision and experience will help HAAA strengthen its
industry-support programs, expand partnerships, and advance responsible growth of aquaculture across
the islands.”
The appointment marks a new chapter for HAAA as it prepares to celebrate 50 years of supporting
aquaculture development in Hawai‘i.
About HAAA
The Hawai‘i Aquaculture and Aquaponics AssociaGon (HAAA) is a statewide organization dedicated to
advancing sustainable aquaculture and aquaponics through education, collaboration, and advocacy.
HAAA works to support local producers, foster innovation, and build community resilience through
responsible aquatic food production.
Media Contact:
Dick Jones
Hawai‘i Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association
Email: [email protected]
November 10, 2025
HONOLULU, HI — [November 10, 2025] — The Hawai‘i Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association (HAAA)
today announced the appointment of Dick Jones as Executive Director. The position reflects HAAA’s
commitment to strengthening leadership capacity and advancing Hawai‘i’s aquaculture industry through
collaborative innovation, responsible growth, and community engagement.
Jones, founder of Tidepoint Group and former CEO of Blue Ocean Mariculture, brings more than three
decades of experience in seafood, aquaculture, and organizaGonal leadership to the state’s foremost
voice for industry expansion. His work bridges corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial sectors, with a
focus on aligning sustainability, innovation, and economic opportunity across island and coastal
communities.
“I’m honored to take on this role at such an important time for Hawai‘i aquaculture,” said Dick Jones,
Executive Director of HAAA. “I’ve seen the power of collaboration to bring people, ideas, and investment
together for lasting impact. HAAA is poised to help shape a more resilient and locally grounded seafood
future for Hawai‘i, and I’m excited to work with our members, partners, and communities to make that
vision real.”
Under Jones’ leadership, HAAA will focus on building organizational strength, expanding partnerships
across the Pacific, and pursuing opportunities in workforce development, research, and marketing to
accelerate industry growth.
“Dick brings both deep industry experience and a genuine commitment to the expansion of sustainable
aquaculture in Hawai‘i” said Ron Weidenbach, President of HAAA. “His leadership comes at a pivotal
Gme for our industry, and we’re confident that his vision and experience will help HAAA strengthen its
industry-support programs, expand partnerships, and advance responsible growth of aquaculture across
the islands.”
The appointment marks a new chapter for HAAA as it prepares to celebrate 50 years of supporting
aquaculture development in Hawai‘i.
About HAAA
The Hawai‘i Aquaculture and Aquaponics AssociaGon (HAAA) is a statewide organization dedicated to
advancing sustainable aquaculture and aquaponics through education, collaboration, and advocacy.
HAAA works to support local producers, foster innovation, and build community resilience through
responsible aquatic food production.
Media Contact:
Dick Jones
Hawai‘i Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association
Email: [email protected]