Greater Lisbon’s Journey to become
Europe’s Blue Economy Capital
Thanks to all our Speakers, Partners and Attendees for a great event.
The ocean has always been the lifeblood of Lisbon’s economy. Today, the “Blue Economy” is a driving force for Portugal’s national and regional development. More and more organizations are choosing Lisbon as their base for ocean-related activities.
This event, hosted by the Lisbon Ocean Professionals Network, delved into the future of Lisbon’s Blue Economy. Attendees participated in a distinguished panel discussion followed by open networking to gain insights into:
You gained valuable insights from leading professionals about the latest trends and exciting opportunities within Lisbon's Blue Economy.
The event facilitated productive networking with key players – professionals, entrepreneurs, and organizations – who are shaping the future of Lisbon's maritime industry.
You discovered a wealth of exciting career options within the rapidly growing Blue Economy sector.
Your participation in the conversation played a vital role in helping shape the future of Lisbon's ocean economy.
Relive the event! See photos capturing the insightful discussions and connections made at the Lisbon Blue Economy event.
I am the Founder and Director of Island Innovation, which I started after seeing the opportunity to connect rural and island locations around the world working on similar development issues. Island Innovation began with a newsletter and a series of virtual events, and has evolved into a community of over 127,000 members.
In addition to founding Island Innovation I am also the co-founder of Solar Head of State (SHOS), which works with governments to push action on renewable energy. The NGO has focused on small island developing states (SIDS) with solar installations on the Office of the Prime Minister of Jamaica, Government House in Saint Lucia and the Presidential Palace of the Maldives. SHOS is now working with the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States and the Pacific Island Development Forum to install solar on the official residences across these organizations’ combined 24 member states.
I grew up on a farm in Shropshire, England, and after working in the Caribbean, United States and Colombia I have settled in Lisbon, Portugal. My Master’s Degree is in “Island Studies” from the University of the Highlands and Islands.
Chief Executive Officer, Island Innovation