At the Alaska Fisheries Development Foundation’s (AFDF) annual Alaska Symphony of Seafood event, creativity, innovation and sustainability tend to take center stage. This year’s event was no exception, as two bold innovations from Trident Seafoods – one for your plate, and one for your pet – stole the spotlight during the Symphony’s highly competitive and much-anticipated awards ceremony.
Trident’s new Crispy Battered Sauceable Wild Alaska Pollock Nuggets captured the hearts and taste buds of this year’s attendees, winning the Symphony’s coveted “People’s Choice” award; while a product from the company’s new wellFURstTM pet health brand took home the evening’s prize for “Most Innovative.”
“It’s inspiring to see the creativity and innovation shown by this year’s winners,” said Kristy Clement, CEO of AFDF. “Each product carries the spirit of Alaska – one built on community, pride and excellence.”
The Alaska Symphony of Seafood has become an autumnal tradition for the seafood industry, and a flagship event for companies looking to shine a spotlight on seafood products that reflect Alaska’s commitment to quality and sustainability. This year, nearly 300 seafood innovators, chefs and industry insiders gathered in Seattle for an evening that celebrated creativity, sustainability, culinary excellence and all-things Alaska seafood.
The People’s Choice: Crispy Battered Sauceable Wild Alaska Pollock Nuggets
Behind the accolades that come with winning two awards at this year’s Symphony of Seafood event lies a deeper story, one of collaboration, bold ideas and a commitment to innovation.
Trident’s Crispy Battered Sauceable Wild Alaska Pollock Nuggets product – winner of this year’s “People’s Choice” award – weren’t born in a boardroom. They’re the result of a highly collaborative cross-functional partnership that brought together minds from the company’s research and development, sales, operations, FSQA and marketing teams.
After months of testing and refining the product, the result is a versatile, craveable, golden-crisp nugget that’s perfect for dine-in, takeout or delivery. The bite-sized nuggets are as at-home atop a rice bowl as they are being dipped in a tangy buffalo sauce or tucked into a wrap. The best part? The nuggets hold their crispy texture even when sauced and hot-held.
Made from sustainable, wild Alaska pollock, Trident’s Crispy Battered Sauceable Wild Alaska Pollock Nuggets are snackable, shareable and as the “People’s Choice” Award suggests, a fan favorite.
Attendees of the Alaska Symphony of Seafood have spoken, and they want Crispy Battered Sauceable Nuggets made with wild Alaska pollock on the menu.
Most Innovative: wellFURst Brand Pet Health Supplements
If you needed further proof that Americans are just as committed to the health and wellbeing of their pets as they are the human members of their family, one month after announcing the launch of the company’s new wellFURst brand, the brand’s freeze-dried calming supplements for dogs took home the evening’s award for “Most Innovative” product.
"Trident’s wellFURst brand is leading the future of pet wellness by offering a long-desired product for the right situation made the sustainable way," said Analise Gonzales, Director of Business Development at Trident Seafoods. "We believe in wellFURst’s purpose to not be just another pet brand. We’re here to be the go-to for thoughtful, ingredient-driven pet wellness."
The company’s wellFURst line of freeze-dried pet supplements and fish oils are crafted with the same care and sustainability that defines all Trident products and brands. Made from wild-caught Alaska Pollock, wellFURst’s award-winning “Calming Support” variant is designed to help dogs navigate stressful situations, like thunderstorms and vet visits, featuring active ingredients that keep your pet happy and healthy.
Guided by the belief that caring for your pets should be both playful and purposeful, wellFURst supplements are offered in a freeze-dried format for easier acceptance. In addition to the “Calming Support” variant, the brand launched with a “Seasonal Allergy Support” variant, as well as wild Alaska Omega-3 fish oils for skin, coat and brain health.
The Bigger Picture
Awards are nice, but Trident’s commitment to sharing wild Alaska seafood with the world is an endeavor that’s been core to the company’s mission for decades. At the end of the day, that’s all the motivation needed to continue in the Trident tradition of innovating for customers and consumers while leaving the world better for generations to come.
Related Information:
Crispy Battered Sauceable Wild Alaska Pollock Nuggets: Request a sample, view the sell sheet and learn more about Trident’s new Crispy Battered Sauceable Wild Alaska Pollock Nuggets.
wellFURst: Learn more about wellFURst pet supplements, find a product near you and follow wellFURst on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Download and read Trident’s 2025 Sustainability Progress Report.