Advanced Aquatic Specialists LLC, was founded in 2011 by Biologist and CEO Sean Goodman. Sean, first and foremost a hobbyist from an early age, has worked in many branches of the aquatics world.
After graduating from Gustavus Adolphus College in 2001, Sean worked as a Fisheries Technician for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Recourses. During his stay with the DNR Sean had the opportunity to work on many projects including riparian and stream habitat assessments, riparian and stream habitat restoration, stream population estimates, salmonid population dynamics, and micro habitat temperature assessments. These projects helped solidify the foundation of a strong respect for the environment and its appropriate use by mankind.
Throughout college and while working for the DNR Sean also worked in several retail pet stores, quickly becoming a local aquatics expert that many would seek out for advice. After seeing many hobbyist’s need to comprehend the many biological and chemical principles involved in a aquariums and ponds; Sean became well versed in interpreting customers data, applying scientific knowledge, and implementation real world solutions.
In 2003, Sean began what would be almost a decade’s career, working for the largest aquatics retailer and service provider on the east coast. Throughout his tenure as the Chief Scientist and Sr. Biologist, Sean has designed, installed, and serviced thousands of aquariums, ponds, water features, aquaculture systems, commercial retailing systems, and seafood holding systems.
Due to the wide array of previous projects managed, Advanced Aquatic Specialists LLC stands ready to leverage its knowledge and experience in order to exceed customers’ expectations, no matter how large or small.