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 Bill Manci,
president of FTA, Inc., created
the company in 1982 after
receiving his formal
training in
zoology and fisheries science at the
University
of Wisconsin-Madison, and after a
six-year career in aquaculture research.
Bill has
been a consultant since 1980 and has
worked
on many
types of aquaculture and fish
farming
projects throughout the U.S.A. and other
countries. He also has
published more than 300
technical and popular articles on the subjects
of aquaculture and fish
farming, and served as
an expert witness in
aquaculture and fisheries-
related litigation.
E-mail:
manci@ftai.com
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
 | Certified Fisheries Professional, American Fisheries Society,
1991-Present |
| Vocational Teaching Credential (Post-Secondary/Adult), State of Colorado |
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1982-Present: Senior Biologist and President, Fisheries Technology Associates, Inc.
Specialized in technical and economic feasibility analysis, finfish and shellfish
production technology, and facility design, management, and assessment;
freshwater and marine fisheries management.
Managed a team of 25 technical professionals within the fisheries
consulting consortium of Fisheries Technology Associates, Inc.
PROJECT EXAMPLES
| Designed 264,000 pounds/year
indoor water reuse common carp production system and management plan for
installation in Iraq. |
| Evaluated reconfiguration of 31.5-hectare threadfin production operation in Singapore. |
| Analyzed technical
and market feasibility of marine finfish production at a site in Baja
California Sur, Mexico. |
| Analyzed technical and economic feasibility of yellow perch
and aquaponic tomato production at
480,000
pounds/year site in Michigan. |
| Analyzed technical and economic feasibility and developed
biological design for yellow perch production at 9.8 million
pounds/year site in Indiana. |
| Analyzed market and
business prospects of a fish meal and fish oil replacement in shrimp feeds for
product developer in Maryland. |
| Assisted in the
design of a new solids removal system for a 3 million fish/year salmonid
production facility in Alberta. |
| Developed biological design and management plan for a 400,000 pounds/year indoor
water reuse yellow perch, tilapia, and integrated plant production system for installation
in Pennsylvania. |
| Designed water treatment systems for large, mobile fish holding tanks and
displays in Colorado. |
| Designed dechlorination system for university fisheries
research laboratory in Wisconsin. |
| Assisted major insurance company in development of aquaculture insurance products. |
| Remodeled and upgraded 550,000 pounds/year rainbow trout hatchery and rearing
system in Kentucky. |
| Assisted in reconfiguration of 600,000 pounds/year tilapia production system in
Arizona. |
| Analyzed technical feasibility of 2.45 million pounds/year indoor Atlantic salmon
and yellow perch production system in Wisconsin. |
| Analyzed technical and economic feasibility of yellow perch production at 3 million
pounds/year site in Michigan. |
| Analyzed technical and economic feasibility of yellow perch and hybrid striped bass
production at 500,000 pounds/year power plant sites in Minnesota. |
| Assisted in design of 1 million fish/year Atlantic salmon smolt production system
in Maine. |
| Assisted Turkish fish feed manufacturer in modifying and reformulating their inventory
of feeds. |
| Analyzed technical and economic feasibility of, and technology to produce,
3,100 metric tons/year of Atlantic salmon and rainbow trout in Guam. |
| Upgraded many coldwater, coolwater, and warmwater fish production facilities. Surveyed
many facilities and laboratories to evaluate potential and develop feasibility and
management recommendations. |
| Provided physical, chemical, and biological evaluations,
designs, and management plans for many
ponds, lakes, and reservoirs. |
| Served as expert witness in aquaculture/fisheries litigations. |
Please visit the
Projects
page for additional examples.
1995-2001: President (volunteer), Rocky Mountain Aquarium
Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation dedicated to education
in aquatic, terrestrial, and agricultural environments.
Successfully attracted project funding through grant proposals and
political support from government entities. Strong advocate for science
education and demonstrated commitment to public outreach and education through
regular public presentations. Developed
unanimous support for aquarium project from Fort Collins City Council through
public presentations at Council sessions and private meetings with City staff.
Managed and coordinated team volunteer effort.
Web site and curriculum: developed River Explorations as an
interactive, Internet-based freshwater curriculum for grade-school students and
their teachers. Wrote, designed, produced, and
distributed periodic newsletter called Fresh Waters.
1976-82: Project Specialist, University of Wisconsin Aquaculture Research Program.
Involved in all laboratory research functions including grant writing, experimental design
and implementation, literature review, and publication writing and editing.
Designed and
conducted bioassay experiments on yellow perch. Evaluated physical and biological
filtration in aquaculture systems.
ADDITIONAL MATERIAL
Bill is an accomplished author and editor.
As the list of publications indicates, his
work has appeared in popular and semi-technical publications and refereed technical
journals. He works periodically as a writer/editor for public-sector agencies, private
individuals, and companies. Bill has formally reviewed scientific research proposals and
reports for:
| University of Wisconsin-Madison |
| Western and North Central Regional Aquaculture Centers |
| National Coastal Resources Research and Development Institute |
| U.S. Congress, Office of Technology Assessment |
Other experience and capabilities include the following:
| Three summers of field work at Horicon National Wildlife Refuge (Horicon Marsh,
Wisconsin) assisting in mark/recapture of waterbirds for the development of waterbird
census techniques, characterization and mapping of wetland vegetation, and bird surveys
from airboats |
| Specific knowledge and application of criteria used in wetland delineation and mapping,
as specified by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
| General and specific knowledge of upland and riparian habitats and hydrology (i.e.,
aquifers) through analysis of ties between terrestrial and aquatic environments |
| Functional and specific knowledge of Canada goose and migratory waterfowl ecology,
raptors, prairie dogs and other mammals, reptiles, and other prairie inhabitants and their
management |
| Functional and specific knowledge of native prairie plants and animals
and restoration in Larimer
County, Colorado, and the Fort Collins Natural Areas Policy Plan and Program |
COMPUTER SKILLS (WORKING KNOWLEDGE)
| WordPerfect, Word, Excel, Access, FrontPage, HTML, Powerpoint, Acrobat, TurboCAD |
| Bill has independently designed, built, published, and promoted (registered the
sites to search engines) several Internet websites (e.g.,
www.ftai.com,
www.colaqua.org, and
www.thepaleodiet.com). |
AFFILIATIONS
World Aquaculture Society (WAS), U.S. Chapter of the WAS; American Fisheries Society
(AFS), AFS Fish Culture Section, AFS Bio-Engineering Section, AFS Fish Health Section;
Joint Sub-Committee on Aquaculture, National Aquatic Animal Health Management Program,
Steering Committee Work Group on Extension Services and Information Transfer; National
Aquaculture Association; Aquaculture Association of Canada; Colorado Aquaculture
Association (member and Webmaster); Rocky Mountain Aquarium Foundation Board of Directors
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Aquaculture and pond management training courses and workshops:
| Colorado State University, Division of Continuing Education |
| Guest Lecturer, Colorado State University |
| Front Range Community College/Larimer Center |
| Maryland Department of Agriculture and University of Maryland Eastern
Shore |
| Maryland Aquaculture Association |
| Biometrics, Inc. |
| Wilfley Weber, Inc. |
| City of Fort Collins, Colorado |
| City of Loveland,
Colorado |
PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
These samples are drawn from a list of over 300 total items:
| Manci, B. 2003-08. Contributing author and columnist.
Fish Farming News, Stonington, Maine. |
| Junius, J. H., J. T. Scott, T. B. Lawson, D. E. Owsley,
and W. E. Manci. 2004. Current application of water recirculation
aquaculture filtration components, their integration, and economic implications.
Presented at the aquaculture interchange program: biological filter workshop,
8-11 November, Honolulu, Hawaii. |
| Manci, B. 1994-2003. Contributing author and columnist. The Fish Line, Colorado
Aquaculture Association, Boulder, Colorado. |
| Manci, B. 1992-2001. Contributing author and columnist. The Aquaculture News,
Jonesville, Louisiana. |
| Manci, B. 2001. Is commercial yellow perch production in the U.S. feasible? Aquaculture
Magazine 26(1):26-35. |
| Manci, B. 2000. Prospects for yellow perch aquaculture. Global Aquaculture
Advocate 3(6):62-63. |
| Manci, B. 2000. Contributing author. Ag Journal, La Junta, Colorado. |
| Manci, B. 1999. Yellow perch. Wildlife Window 1(4):1, 9-10. |
| Manci, W. E. 1994. Book review: fish farming technology. Progressive Fish-Culturist
56:222-223. |
| Manci, W. E. 1993. A showcase for sustainable agriculture and water conservation:
integrated fish and plant production at the Rocky Mountain Aquarium in Estes Park.
Presented at the 1993 South Platte forum: seeking an integrated approach to watershed
management in the South Platte basin. Fort Collins, Colorado. |
| Manci, W. E. 1993. Farming and the environment. Gareth Stevens, Milwaukee,
Wisconsin. 32pp. |
| Manci, W. E. and D. S. Proebstel. 1993. Endangered fishes of the world. Pages 31-1,529
in Endangered wildlife of the world. Marshall Cavendish, North Bellmore, New York. |
| Manci, W. E. 1993. The marine world: too big to harm? Pages 1,421-1,424 in Endangered
wildlife of the world. Marshall Cavendish, North Bellmore, New York. |
| Manci, W. E. 1993. Wetlands: the cradle of life. Pages 1,428-1,430 in Endangered
wildlife of the world. Marshall Cavendish, North Bellmore, New York. |
| Hopkins, T. A. and W. E. Manci. 1993. Aquaculture: opportunity now, part 3-education
and cooperation. Aquaculture Magazine 19(2):60-72. |
| Hopkins, T. A. and W. E. Manci. 1993. Aquaculture: opportunity now, part 2-the power of
economics. Aquaculture Magazine 19(1):30-38. |
| Hopkins, T. A. and W. E. Manci. 1992. Aquaculture: opportunity now, part 1. Aquaculture
Magazine 18(6):43-47. |
| Manci, W. E., K. G. Richardson, and J. A. Bauer. 1992. Design and performance of an
electronic lighting-control circuit that simulates sunrise and sunset. Progressive
Fish-Culturist 54:127-129. |
| Manci, B. 1989-91. Contributing author. Catfish and Aquaculture News, Ridgeland,
Mississippi. |
| Manci, W. E. 1991. Canadian update: cultivating the future. Aquaculture Magazine
17(5):98-101. |
| Manci, W. E. 1990. Canada: ready for the '90s. Aquaculture Magazine 16(6):44-49. |
| Manci, W. E. 1990. Private consultants in aquaculture and information transfer.
Fisheries 15(4):6-10. |
| Manci, W. E. 1989. Apogee Orbitor (Automatic Guided Vehicle system) owner's manual.
Apogee Robotics, Inc., Fort Collins, Colorado. |
| Manci, W. E. 1989. Master AGV control (MAC) software documentation. Apogee Robotics,
Inc., Fort Collins, Colorado. |
| Manci, W. E. 1989. I, the perch. Wisconsin Outdoor Journal 3(2):21-23. |
| Hopkins, T. A. and W. E. Manci. 1989. Feed conversion, waste and sustainable
aquaculture: the fate of the feed. Aquaculture Magazine 15(2):30-36. |
| Manci, W. E. 1988-90. Contributing author. Water Farming Journal, Metairie, Louisiana. |
| Manci, W. E. 1988-90. Contributing author. AgBiotechnology News, Cedar Falls, Iowa. |
| Manci, W. E. 1988. Contributing author. World Aquaculture News, Arlington, Texas. |
| Manci, W. E. 1988. Contributing author. Fort Collins Coloradoan, Fort Collins,
Colorado. |
| Manci, W. E. 1987. We have cultured fish! Colorado Outdoors 36(2):18-21. |
| Manci, W. E. 1986. The world of the yellow perch. Colorado Outdoors 35(4):12-13. |
| Manci, W. E. 1984. Passive aeration: part of the solution. Aquaculture Magazine
10(3):31-34, 10(4):44-46. |
| Manci, W. E. 1984. Contributing author. The Gooding County Leader, Gooding, Idaho. |
| Manci, W. E. 1983. Benefits of demand feeders. Trout Growers Creel 16(1):3 |
| Manci, W. E., J. A. Malison, T. B. Kayes, and T. E. Kuczynski. 1983. Harvesting
photopositive juvenile fish from a pond using a lift net and light. Aquaculture
34:157-164. |
| Yanzito, R. A. and W. E. Manci. 1982. Closed cycle aquaculture using solar energy.
Presented at the second international seminar: energy conservation and use of renewable
energies in the bio-industries. Oxford, England. |
| Manci, W. E. and J. T. Quigley. 1981. Determination of operating parameter values for
water reuse aquaculture. Pages 97-103 in L. J. Allen and E. C. Kinney, editors.
Proceedings of the bio-engineering symposium for fish culture. American Fisheries Society,
Fish Culture Section, Bethesda, Maryland. |
MAJOR EDITING ASSIGNMENTS
| National Park Service, Fort Collins, Colorado. Periodic editing assignments. |
| U.S. Forest Service, Fort Collins, Colorado. Periodic editing assignments. |
| Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Madison, Wisconsin. Numerous in-house
research reports (fish and wildlife). |
| Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Madison, Wisconsin. 1991 International
Canada goose symposium proceedings. |
| Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Madison, Wisconsin. Aquatic insects of the
Bois Brule River system, Wisconsin. |
| Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, Emporia, Kansas. Strategic plan for North
American quail management and research. National quail symposium (Quail III). |
| Information Transfer Center, National Biological Service, Fort Collins, Colorado.
Periodic editing assignments.
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