Accelerating Ocean Ventures: Transforming Research Into Commercial Solutions

When: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST

Co-Host: Canada's Ocean Supercluster

Description: This webinar will provide attendees with a roadmap to commercialization. Our panel of ocean and commercialization experts will touch on:

• Best practices for bridging the gap between research and commercialization.
• Real-world case studies of successful research-to-market transitions.
• Practical applications of emerging technologies in the marine industry.
• The role of AI and automation in advancing marine solutions.
• Support and programs for start-ups and early-stage ventures. 

Participants will leave with actionable insights into how research can be transformed into viable, marketable, products and services, and what next steps to take as they begin, or continue, on their commercialization journey, helping to drive the ocean economy towards realizing our ambitious growth goals. 

Speakers: 

• Chris Ostrander - CEO, Marine Technology Society (Host & Moderator)
• Paula Mendonça - Executive Director, Ocean Startup Project
• Jim Hanlon - Ocean Advisor & CDL, Oceans Stream Mentor
• Julie Angus - CEO, Open Ocean Robotics

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