Shelby Stensrud grew up in a family of aquarium enthusiasts, surrounded by fish tanks that fueled her fascination with aquatic life from a young age. Before the convenience of Google, her family relied on books to research their next aquarium fish, leading to many weekends spent exploring shops across Michigan.
Shelby spent countless hours observing the intricate behaviors of fish and understanding the complex ecosystems within each tank. Dinner conversations often revolved around aquatic life and the science behind it, nurturing her deep interest in the field. Despite exploring other career paths, her true calling remained with her childhood hobby.
Shelby's professional journey began at Preuss Pets in Michigan, where she spent 14 years connecting with fellow hobbyists, managing the freshwater team, and overseeing the livestock for hundreds of tanks. Seeking to expand her opportunities, she moved to Tampa Florida, to join one of the largest tropical fish wholesalers in the globe, Segrest Inc. As a brand manager for the past eight years, there is no shortage of ways in which she continues to connect with hobbyist.
From social media live events to clubs and industry tradeshows, the ever-growing pet community is a dynamic network that Shelby actively engages with, sharing her expertise and enthusiasm
What started with a family goldfish tank has evolved into a lifelong passion for all things aquatic. Now, surrounded by 6,000 aquariums and millions of fish from around the world, Shelby will share the behind-the-scenes evolution and journey of sourcing, transporting, and housing many of the fish you know and love in her talk, "Farm to Tank."
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About Shelby
Shelby Stensrud grew up in a family of aquarium enthusiasts, surrounded by fish tanks that fueled her fascination with aquatic life from a young age. Before the convenience of Google, her family relied on books to research their next aquarium fish, leading to many weekends spent exploring shops across Michigan.
Shelby spent countless hours observing the intricate behaviors of fish and understanding the complex ecosystems within each tank. Dinner conversations often revolved around aquatic life and the science behind it, nurturing her deep interest in the field. Despite exploring other career paths, her true calling remained with her childhood hobby.
Shelby's professional journey began at Preuss Pets in Michigan, where she spent 14 years connecting with fellow hobbyists, managing the freshwater team, and overseeing the livestock for hundreds of tanks. Seeking to expand her opportunities, she moved to Tampa Florida, to join one of the largest tropical fish wholesalers in the globe, Segrest Inc. As a brand manager for the past eight years, there is no shortage of ways in which she continues to connect with hobbyist.
From social media live events to clubs and industry tradeshows, the ever-growing pet community is a dynamic network that Shelby actively engages with, sharing her expertise and enthusiasm
What started with a family goldfish tank has evolved into a lifelong passion for all things aquatic. Now, surrounded by 6,000 aquariums and millions of fish from around the world, Shelby will share the behind-the-scenes evolution and journey of sourcing, transporting, and housing many of the fish you know and love in her talk, "Farm to Tank."