Abstract
Seaworthy Collective (501c3) is a Miami-based BlueTech (ocean innovation) entrepreneur support organization and community. Our mission is to enable access and inclusion in innovation for ocean and climate impact. We envision oceans of opportunity without barriers, where everyone can contribute to solutions making positive change for our blue planet. We empower Sea Change Makers – supporting early-stage and aspiring entrepreneurs across diverse backgrounds and impact areas globally – who drive innovation for 71% of the planet (our ocean) to regenerate 100% of the planet.
Having been a member of the start-up programs team, my responsibilities included supporting regularly scheduled meetings with start-up founders attending the program. Participating in these sessions allowed me to develop my knowledge of creating a start-up and the emerging blue economy. Additionally, I supported the fundraising team by researching and developing outreach to philanthropic funders. I updated and maintained the company’s CRM system to determine viable fundraising opportunities. This gave me an opportunity to grow my skill set in an area that is unfamiliar that will be beneficial to my future career prospects. Lastly, in working as a part of a start-up, I gained firsthand experience in seeing what the challenges and milestones are in building an organization from the ground up. Altogether, this internship provided me skills, experience, and a unique perspective within the ocean impact space as I look to explore non-traditional career paths.