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SeaProducts West

Serving customers for over 35 years

SeaProducts West

From the turquoise waters of the Caribbean to the deep blue of the Pacific, from the rocky shores of the Indian Ocean to the Hawaiian archipelago, the world’s finest exotic and domestic seafood arrive at our warehouse in Seattle daily.

Here in the Northwest we appreciate tasty seafood and truly expect the best when it comes to freshness and quality. Tuna or Mahi, Sword or Albacore, Salmon or Halibut, for more than thirty five years SeaProducts West, Inc. has flown the freshest and most unique exotics and domestics from around the world directly into Seattle.

Kris TausenOwner

How We Work

Our fish ends up in the finest restaurants and retail markets. In order to gain and maintain the reputation as a leading supplier of exotics, SeaProducts West has carefully and deliberately worked to develop the loyal business relationships needed to source and supply these unique specialty fish to seafood connoisseurs. Loyalty among our quality conscious customers as well as our resourceful suppliers has been built on trust, friendship and a genuine commitment to providing the absolute freshest and most unique seafood available…in the world.

All fish is custom cut and packed at our facility in Seattle, Washington. Loins or fillets are never inventoried. Each order is packed according to customer specifications and shipped out daily to distributors throughout North America.

Sunday – Friday: 6:00 am – 3:00 pm PST

Meet Our Team

Our team is located in Seattle, WA and is here to serve you locally or nation wide.

Owner

Kris Tausen

Kris is a 3rd generation fishmonger and has an immense passion for the industry. Learn more about his 40+ years in the Seattle Seafood business.

Kris is a 3rd generation fishmonger. His grandfather, who is from the Faroe Islands, fished the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean, and his father Eydfinn, also born in Faroe Islands, served the Seattle area for 40+ years in Seafood distribution. Seafood is in his blood: from growing up working in his fathers seafood plant, fishing and processing in Alaska, managing a seafood retail counter for Whole Foods, to spending the better part of the last decade at SPW in a Sales & Operation role, he brings passion and curiosity to the industry.
Purchasing Manager

Jeff Jacobsen

Jeff takes pride in sourcing the best quality seafood products, and has worked tirelessly building SPW into the company it is today. Learn more.

Jeff has been with SPW for 30+ years in a management and owner role. He has worked hard to develop strong relationships with suppliers around the world and has a vast knowledge of the industry. He takes pride in sourcing the best quality seafood products, and has worked tirelessly building SPW into the company it is today. When not at work, Jeff is an outstanding home chef bringing his highly acclaimed left overs to work for his team to enjoy, as well as spending time in the San Juan Islands.
Sales Manager

Kurt Gougler

Learn more about Kurt's work in sales to deliver on the high expectations of our customers.

Kurt joined the SPW team in 2024 and has quickly become an invaluable asset. He brings a wealth of experience in the seafood industry, including managing the Clippership fishing vessel, overseeing a salmon farm, and spending the last decade expanding Ocean Beauty's seafood presence in the Seattle area. Known for his problem-solving skills and commitment to excellence, Kurt consistently goes above and beyond to meet and exceed customer expectations. Outside of work, Kurt enjoys spending time with his family and coaching his kids' sports teams.
Accounting

Quinton Bidon

Quinton has a passion for finances, and is a great partner to all his colleagues at SPW.

Quinton "Q" has been with the company since 2022. He has a passion for finances, and is a great partner to all his colleagues at SPW. Q is extremely diligent in making sure there are no GAAPs in the accounting department. When not at work Q enjoys sports, fitness, lakes and mountains.

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