OCTOBER 1-2, 2024
SOA ECOPRENEUR
ACTIVATION
SUMMIT (seas)
CELEBRATING OCEAN ECOPRENEURSHIP
Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) aims to activate its global network to foster innovation in the sustainable blue economy. Since SOA launched the Ocean Solutions Accelerator in 2018 in San Francisco, we’re thrilled to have this opportunity to reunite ecopreneurs in San Francisco, California—the heart of innovation and entrepreneurship. This will be a hallmark event, convening our ecopreneurs, investors, partners, funders, and locally-based mentors.
AGENDA
CONNECT & LEARN (OCT 1)
Dive into the future of ocean technology with an exclusive, immersive experience in the heart of innovation - San Francisco Bay Area. Connect with groundbreaking startups, witness cutting-edge demos, and explore lucrative investment opportunities in the blue economy.
8:30 am - 10:00 am: Welcome Breakfast
Location: The Marker Hotel, Union Square
Network with fellow investors and ecopreneurs
11:00 am - 12:30 pm: Solutions for Plastic Pollution
Location: Blue Ocean Gear (440A Coloma St, Sausalito)
Live demo: Experience AI-powered smart buoy
1:00 pm - 1:20 pm: Field Visit - Hohonu Water Monitoring Sensors
Location: Hohonu Water Monitoring Sensors (Marina Green, SF)
Live demo: Real-time deployment of next-gen water quality sensors
1:20 pm - 2:30 pm: Networking Lunch
Location: Marina Green, SF
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Ocean Restoration at Scale
Location: Reefgen (1500 Michigan St, SF)
Live demo: Robots for restoration
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Ocean Tech Horizon Reception
Location: Swissnex (Pier 17, The Embarcadero, Suite 800, SF)
Cocktails and canapés with bay views
Transportation:
Complimentary shuttle service available for participants on Oct 1, departing from and returning to The Marker Hotel.
Limited seating - please confirm your spot or inform us if you're using personal transportation.
Note: All attendees must be pre-verified to participate
NETWORK & COLLABORATE (OCT 2)
Immerse yourself in the heart of the sustainable blue economy revolution. Connect with global innovators, engage in high-impact discussions, and forge partnerships that will shape the future of our oceans and your investment portfolio.
Location: Salesforce Tower (415 Mission St, SF)
Note: All attendees must be pre-verified for entry
8 am - 9:50 am: Breakfast & Welcome
Networking breakfast to facilitate strategic connections
10 am - 11:50 am: Deep Dive Networking
High-energy discussions catalyzing game-changing connections
11:50 am - 1 pm: Networking Lunch
Displays from cutting-edge ocean tech startups
1 pm - 1:30 pm: Seaside Chat with Tom Chi on the Blueprint for Advancing Ocean Innovation
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm: Expert Panels
Blue Innovators: Founders’ Perspectives on Scaling Ocean Innovation
Blue Economy Financing: What is the future of ocean investing?
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm: Closing Reception
EVENT LOGISTICS
DATES
October 1-2, 2024
ACCOMODATION
We've arranged special rates for attendees at The Marker Hotel in Union Square.
Book Your Discounted Room at The Marker Hotel
Note: This link provides exclusive discounted booking for attendees valid through Monday, Sept. 23.
ATTIRE
Business casual is recommended for all event activities, including site visits and networking sessions.
TRANSPORTATION
Complimentary shuttle service available on Oct 1 for site visits (departure from The Marker Hotel).
CONTACT INFORMATION
For any questions or special requirements, please contact our event team: Solutions@soalliance.org
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
We follow all current local and state health guidelines. Please check the CDC website for the most up-to-date information on any health and safety requirements.
rsvp for SEAS
Space is limited, please RSVP
*Hotel group rate available with use of the Marker Union Square booking link.
