“This cohort marks a new chapter in the partnership between NOAA and Seaworthy Collective! We are excited and optimistic about the innovation and opportunities that will arise from this program and the new ventures that Seaworthy Collective will be supporting as they build the next generation of blue economy businesses,” said Zack Baize, Program Manager of NOAA’s Ocean Enterprise Initiative.
This year, the Studio and Incubator will exclusively support US-based startups developing ocean data technologies and services in alignment with the priorities of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Ocean Enterprise Initiative. This is a result of Seaworthy’s expanded role in its $14 million NOAA partnership, The Continuum, a coordinated network of ocean enterprise accelerators that fast-tracks startups getting to market by making support for BlueTech solutions more scalable, efficient, and interconnected. The Continuum partners include Braid Theory, Ocean Exchange, Seaworthy Collective, St. Pete Innovation District, Tampa Bay Wave, World Ocean Council, and the University of South Florida.
“This year’s Ocean Enterprise Studio and Incubator program will set the standard for the next 4 years of Seaworthy’s Startup Programs, supercharged by The Continuum. Our enhanced programming provides unprecedented access to support, connections, resources, and opportunities across not only Seaworthy’s network but also the networks of our industry-leading partners. The latest iteration of our program will be a catalyst for early-stage or aspiring BlueTech founders looking for clear pathways to navigating the blue economy with intentionally designed programming, follow-on opportunities, and access to capital,” noted Daniel Kleinman, Founder & CEO of Seaworthy Collective.
While this year marks a strategic shift from supporting broader blue economy startups through its formal Startup Programs, startups that do not meet this year’s criteria are still welcome to access Seaworthy’s support through its new subscription-based platform, The Shoreline. Founders at all stages of developing their ocean-impact venture can get “à la carte” access to the value provided by Seaworthy’s Startup Programs, including tailored support, network connections, resources, curricula, and other opportunities. Seaworthy is currently supporting the first beta subscribers. Join the current beta and receive 40% off with code: BETA40
“We’re incredibly excited about championing startups leveraging technology to collect, analyze, and provide insights from ocean-related data. Even startups looking to add data collection or utilization capacities can get the targeted support they need to translate their technological advancements into impactful solutions. Seaworthy founders will also have access to our new platform, The Shoreline, ensuring these startups can thrive within the Seaworthy ecosystem any time of day.
“And we haven’t forgotten about BlueTech startups outside of the US or data; founders can now subscribe to The Shoreline, which offers access to all of our network connections, tailored industry insights, relevant resources, and more! We can continue offering them the 1-on-1 support (by humans) Seaworthy is known for on a less intensive (monthly) basis,” added Tamara Kahn Zissman, Director of Founder Success at Seaworthy Collective.
Ocean Enterprise Studio & Incubator Highlights:
- Focused exclusively on US-based ocean data startups
- Supported by NOAA and its Ocean Enterprise Initiative
- Applications open from April 21 through June 26, 2025
- Selected participants gain access to mentorship, funding opportunities, and community connections within the BlueTech ecosystem
- Participants gain access to The Continuum ecosystem as well as eligibility for potential Technology Development Commercialization awards ($10,000–50,000)
To apply for the Ocean Enterprise Studio & Incubator, visit: seaworthycollective.com/seachange
To learn more about The Shoreline and subscribe, visit: shoreline.community
