Press Release Preview
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: July 26, 2026
Media Contact:
Joe Malik
Finn’s Fishery
Phone: (704) 352-3258
Website: www.finnsfishery.com
Pinckney native Joe Malik returns home after five decades in business to launch a Green Bay Packers–style community equity model for local food supply transparency.
PINCKNEY, Mich. — Finn’s Fishery today announced the official development of its Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) initiative, inviting local residents, sustainable food advocates, and investors nationwide to become co-owners of a modern aquaculture farm in Pinckney, Michigan. Designed to pioneer a transparent, locally rooted food supply, Finn’s Fishery offers everyday consumers the rare opportunity to know exactly where their food originates—and even step onto the farm to see it firsthand.
The initiative is spearheaded by Pinckney native Joe Malik, a seasoned entrepreneur with five decades of executive and business leadership experience. After spending decades building successful ventures, Malik is returning to his roots in Livingston County with a mission to strengthen regional food security, create local jobs, and cultivate community-driven agricultural independence.
“I’m coming home to do this. Growing up in Pinckney, Michigan, and now having the opportunity to invest back into a place where people can have a truly local food supply is something I’ve always wanted to do. Having spent five decades in business, this project is especially meaningful. It’s built on the Green Bay Packers model—where the community itself becomes the owner and shareholder in something that directly serves them.”
— Joe Malik, Founder of Finn’s Fishery
Under the Regulation Crowdfunding framework, community members do not merely support a farm—they become actual equity shareholders in the business. This democratized ownership structure ensures that the economic and nutritional benefits of local aquaculture remain centered in the surrounding community.
Key Highlights of Finn’s Fishery Reg CF Campaign:
- Complete Food Transparency: Direct-to-community fish farming where consumers can trace their food from tank to table.
- Open Farm Access: Shareholders are invited to visit the facility, tour operations, and see the farming practices firsthand.
- Green Bay Packers Ownership Model: Everyday individuals can acquire real equity shares and become direct stakeholders in their local food infrastructure.
- Experienced Leadership: Founded by 50-year business veteran and Pinckney native Joe Malik.
- Environmental Sustainability: Controlled local aquaculture reducing long-distance transportation, chemical preservatives, and supply chain vulnerability.
How to Participate
To view campaign details, review investment disclosures, or learn more about visiting the farm, visit www.finnsfishery.com or call (704) 352-3258.
About Finn’s Fishery
Finn’s Fishery is a local aquaculture farm development located in Pinckney, Michigan, dedicated to delivering fresh, sustainable, and transparent local food options. Built on a community-first ownership model, Finn’s Fishery empowers local residents to own a stake in their local food production while promoting environmental stewardship and agricultural education.
Shareholders Request Form
###
