Eric has worked in ocean science, technical innovation, and international business for twenty years. He has held director positions in global ocean technology companies leading teams in sales, business development, and advanced manufacturing. Eric is a demonstrated growth leader with extensive experience in North America, Europe, UK, and Asia. Eric serves as the Chief Innovation Officer at Canada’s Ocean Frontier Institute and the Executive in Residence at the Ocean Startup Project and Creative Destruction Lab, as well as Strategic Advisor for international ocean technology companies. Eric is trained in physical oceanography and earned an MBA with a focus on leadership, innovation, and global business.