Charles Anastasia, Chief Executive Officer
Charles Anastasia co-founded Orion Seafood International, Inc. in 1988 and helped the company in becoming a leading worldwide distributor and marketer of North Atlantic lobster and snow crab. Charles brings over 30 years of seafood industry experience to Orion, including work as a commercial fisherman and an apprenticeship with one of Boston’s most eminent chefs. Charles has led Orion’s efforts in the redesigning and operational alignment of the company’s Canadian plants, allowing Orion to further meet new global demands for frozen crustaceans. Since 1989, Charles has also been the driving force in delivering an increasing share of the US lobster catch to Canada for production. Charles’ experience with seafood, combined with his culinary experience, have contributed to a high level of communication and understanding with all sectors of the fishing industry: scientists, fishers, processors, as well as the culinary community.

Brew Barstow, Sales and Crab Category Manager
Brew joined Orion in 1991 and currently co-manages the sales function with Peter Anastasia as Domestic Sales Director. Brew has over 20 years of experience in the seafood business. Brew has worked both sourcing and selling frozen seafood products to national retail chains, foodservice distributors, club stores and manufacturers. Brew has successfully developed quality products and programs for long-term customers with profitable results. Brew’s prior experience includes work as Vice President of Frozen Sales from 1987-1990 and sales for ABBA North America.

Peter Anastasia, Sales and Lobster Category Manager
Peter joined Orion in 1991 and is a Sales and Lobster Category Manager. Peter is also responsible for the sales and development of new product lines for customers and serves as a Company liaison with the Canadian packers. Prior work experience includes logistics work for United Parcel Services from 1988-1990 and information services work for Peregrin Group from 1990-1991.