8:00 am – 9:00 am
OCTOBER 18-19, Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Address: 6101 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045
OCEAN PLANET
CONFERENCE 2019
- 2
Days - 10+
Sessions - 15
Speakers
OPPORTUNITY
Explore how innovation can harness the blue economy and discover the challenges of managing this essential natural resource. Where there is inefficiency, there is opportunity.
EXPERTS
Enjoy unprecedented access to luminaries in ocean discovery, exploration, and business from major oil executives, to US Naval leadership, astronauts, and even Ocean Elders.
RESOURCES
Engage with visionary startups, emerging technology, innovative finance, world-class business and exponential thought leadership to create the future of our Ocean Planet.
THE OCEAN IS VAST. SO ARE THE OPPORTUNITIES.
The Ocean is Calling You.
The premier annual Ocean Planet Conference gives leaders, entrepreneurs, and life-long learners from around the world, the opportunity to examine and discuss the latest advancements in marine exploration, discovery, innovation, business and technology—directly from the frontline doers who are shaping the future of our ocean.
If you’re a professional scientist, engineer, or executive working in ocean-related or adjacent fields; a student or recent graduate wanting to expand your knowledge; a job seeker looking for a new career path; artist, futurist, author or storyteller inspired by the ocean; then Ocean Planet Conference is for you.
Ocean Planet Conference is open to everyone curious about the ocean. Join us as we explore the blue frontier and let the ocean be your canvas for creativity.
A personal invitation from Dr. Armin T. Ellis
The oceans are the great connector of humanity. 90% of the world’s goods are transported by sea. 50% of all human population lives within 200 km of the coast, and half of all oxygen we breathe is generated by the oceans.
Throughout history the oceans have enticed us with a call for adventure. Over eons, they’ve been used for: fisheries, security, sports, entertainment, transportation, scientific research, and recreation. As our dependence grows — and becomes more apparent — we see more attention on the oceans from all over the world and by all walks of life.
Ocean Planet conference is a unique event. Designed for curious minds who might not be experts in aquatic fields — but feel excited about this frontier. We welcome all participants ranging from students to professionals.
We aim to create an unforgettable experience — bringing you closer to our oceans. Please join us! We’ll connect with foremost leaders from: ocean sciences, ocean engineering, ocean resources, ocean environment, and ocean tech. We’ll celebrate the best developments in our blue frontier.
I look forward to meeting you.
Dr. Sylvia Earle Keynote Speaker
National Geographic Society Explorer in Residence Dr. Sylvia A. Earle, called Her Deepness by the New Yorker and the New York Times, Living Legend by the Library of Congress, and first Hero for the Planet by Time Magazine, is an oceanographer, explorer, author, field research scientist, government official, and director for corporate and non-profit organizations including the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.
Formerly Chief Scientist of NOAA, Dr. Earle is the Founder of Deep Ocean Exploration and Research, Inc., Founder of Mission Blue and SEAlliance. She has a B.S. degree from Florida State University, M.S. and PhD. from Duke University, 20 honorary degrees and has authored more than 175 scientific, technical, and popular publications, lectured in more than 70 countries, and appeared in hundreds of radio and television productions.
She has led more than 100 expeditions and logged more than 7000 hours underwater including leading the first team of women aquanauts during the Tektite Project in 1970, participating in nine saturation dives, and setting a record for solo diving in 1000 meters depth.
Conference Speakers
Nicole Stott
Astronaut, Aquanaut, Artist
Ben Lecomte
Athlete, The Longest Swim
Dr. Dominic D’Agostino
Aquanaut and Researcher
Dr. Ruth Blake
Marine Biogeochemist / Deep Ocean Explorer Yale University
Dr. Lewis Duncan
Provost, US Naval War College
Dr. Jim Bellingham
Director of the Center of Marine Robotics, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Dr. Vincent Saubestre
CEO & President Total - EP Research & Technology
Susi Mai
Kiteboarder / Entrepreneur / Philanthropist
Capt. Scott Tait
Commanding Officer, USS Zumwalt
October 18-19, 2019 Ocean Planet Conference will convene world leaders in ocean exploration, discovery, innovation, business and technology together with ocean enthusiasts and life-long learners. If you are passionate about the ocean, and want to make a positive impact, then you’ll find an abundance of opportunities to connect, discover, explore, learn, and get involved at Ocean Planet Conference. We invite you to join us. Register today.
Friday, October 18
Registration
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Morning Session Speaker Presentations
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Luncheon Speaker: Astronaut Nicole Stott (tickets sold separately)
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Afternoon Session I
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Break
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Afternoon Session II
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Networking Reception
7:00 pm
Patrons Circle Dinner
Saturday, October 19
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Registration
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Morning Session
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Luncheon Speaker: Dr. Lewis Duncan (tickets sold separately)
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Afternoon Session
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Break
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Award Presentation
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Award Celebration Reception
7:00 pm
Patrons Circle Dinner
Friday Luncheon
Friday, October 18th
Speaker: Astronaut Nicole Stott
27-year NASA veteran of 3 spaceflight missions to the International Space Station, space walker, and aquanaut.
PURCHASE TICKETS
Saturday Luncheon
Saturday, October 19th
Speaker: Dr. Lewis Duncan
Provost of the U.S. Naval War College, pioneering scientist and leader of the preeminent advanced military school in the world.
PURCHASE TICKETS
RARE DEEP-SEA DIVING OPPORTUNITY
Purchase your ticket now to Ocean Planet Conference, and your name will be entered for an opportunity to become a Mission Specialist on OceanGate’s state-of-the-art Cyclops 1 submersible. The participant will board a deep-sea submersible with a research crew in a real ocean exploration expedition for one day. All regular and VIP ticket holders will be included for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Some restrictions apply.
GET MORE INVOLVED
ENHANCED PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
When you join the Patrons Circle you are participating in Ocean Planet at the highest level of support. In additional to experiencing the full conference program, you’ll have special event opportunities designed exclusively for Patrons Circle members. Plus, your generous contribution will make a lasting impact on our ocean future.
(Space is Limited to 30)
Are you an entrepreneur with an Ocean-related startup or established small business? Then we invite you to showcase your innovative business or services to our highly curated audience of leading innovators, industry experts and legendary pioneers. You could win a chance to share your future vision of the ocean.
(Space is limited to 10)
Ketone Technologies Travel Award provides financial support for student and early career participation in Ocean Planet Conference plus a scholarship for full conference registration. Junior scientists including undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply. Deadline to apply is Sept. 20, 2019.
(Awards are limited to 4)
The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.
~ Jacques Yves Cousteau
Venue & Accommodations
Ocean Planet Conference will be held at:
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Address: 6101 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Special rates have been negotiated and are available at the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel for all Ocean Planet Conference attendees, while room blocks are available.