Applications Invited for the Ecopreneur Network Class of 2024

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About the Organization

Sustainable Ocean Alliance activates young people, develops and implements innovative solutions, and mobilizes the global movement to restore the health of the ocean in our lifetime.

Founded in 2014, SOA has cultivated the world's largest network of next-gen leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates, mentors, and partners—all working to create solutions for the largest challenges facing our ocean.

About the Fellowship

The Ecopreneur Network is a program of lifetime support that is advancing the world's most ambitious ocean for-profit startups for life and amplifies their efforts to achieve transformative planetary impact.

Members of the Ecopreneur Network benefit from tailored services that expand and grow alongside their ventures, with exclusive access to mentorship, strategic guidance, networking events, workshops, SOA's digital platform the Alliance, and more.

Eligible startups will also have the opportunity to receive up to $100,000 USD investment from Sustainable Ocean Alliance while accessing our exclusive network of founders, mentors, investors, and partners—each lending their expertise at every step of the startup journey.

Ecopreneur Network Benefits:

From mentorship and funding opportunities to lifetime membership in a paramount community of high-impact peers, mentors, and experts.

• Lifetime SOA Support - Support includes one-on-one meetings and office hours with SOA's team of industry experts
• Expert Mentorship - Connect with 330+ mentors through matching events and skills-based mentor working groups
• Funding Opportunities from Investors - Access to SOA's network of ocean-committed investors through personal events, 1-1 connections, and more
• Thought Leadership & Media Exposure - Build thought leadership skills through unique opportunities to contribute your perspective
• Eligibility for an SOA Investment - Members are eligible to receive an investment from SOA of up to $100,000 USD
• Access to Partner Offerings - Privileged access and membership within SOA-verified global ocean partners

Eligibility

You are eligible if you are a for-profit, incorporated startup that is having a positive impact on ocean health, with at least a Pre-Seed or Seed-stage financing round completed. Ecopreneurs of all ages and geographies are welcome to apply.

You should apply if your startup is having an impact in any of these areas:

• Greenhouse Gas Reduction: Blue Carbon & CO2E Removal or Avoidance
• Pollution Reduction: Circular Use, Waste Removal or Avoidance
• Ecosystem and Species: Preservation and Restoration
• Blue Foods: Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Seafood Alternatives
• Ocean Data, Literacy, and Research

How to Apply

Applications for the Class of 2024 are open through October 4, 2024.

Apply now

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