Sustainable Ocean Alliance

Founded in 2014, SOA has mobilized the world’s largest network of youth leaders and entrepreneurs, propelling cutting-edge ocean tech startups, nonprofit organizations,  and grassroots initiatives dedicated to solving the greatest threats facing our ocean. SOA has two core programs: the world's first accelerator dedicated to propelling ocean technology startups, the Ocean Solutions Accelerator, and the Ocean Leadership Program, a global network of 5,500+ young ocean leaders focused on direct local action to restore the ocean. To date, SOA has cultivated 5,500+ leaders in 165 countries, accelerated 45 ocean tech startups, awarded 175+ Microgrants in 65 countries, and has cultivated a network of 180 Mentors in 23 countries.