Rosa Michaelson is the Sales Manager at Vertex Aquatic Solutions, bringing over 15 years of experience in the aquaculture industry. Her extensive background has equipped her with the expertise and passion necessary to excel in her role.

Since 2014, Rosa has been an active participant in the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP), a coalition of leading companies dedicated to producing high-quality, sustainable shrimp in Ecuador. In 2017, she joined Women of Aquatics, an organization focused on supporting and empowering women in the aquatic industry. Recently, Rosa became a member of the Society of Lake Management Professionals (SLMP), which aims to improve the management of lakes and reservoirs. She looks forward to contributing to SLMP's mission and collaborating with fellow professionals to promote sustainable lake management practices.

Beyond her professional commitments, Rosa is deeply devoted to animal welfare. She has volunteered for over a decade with the Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society (GPAAS) and Almost Home, state-licensed animal shelters in Michigan. Rosa has fostered and rescued more than 80 dogs, providing them with loving temporary homes and facilitating their successful adoption.