In this case study about fisheries management in the California Current Ecosystem, experts aimed to connect scientific models with real-world management needs. They gathered feedback from stakeholders to identify key concerns, including understanding how the environment affects fish populations and predicting changes in where fish are found. Stakeholder comments emphasized the importance of looking at the bigger picture of the ecosystem, such as considering the food chain and economic impacts on fishing communities. By bridging the gap between science and management, the study highlights the importance of using ecosystem models to improve how fisheries are managed in the region.