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Blue Economy Innovation for Sustainable Growth: Explore models of innovation and collaboration

Part two of the Blue Economy webinar series explores trends, opportunities, and best practices in innovation and collaboration within the ocean sector, offering practical insights from industry experts.

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Course Length:
1 Hour
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Speaker: Niru Somayajula
President and CEO - Sensor Technology Ltd.

Niru Somayajula is President and CEO of Sensor Technology Ltd, a Canadian company specializing in the development and manufacture of hydroacoustic sensors and piezoelectric ceramics. Under her leadership, the company provides advanced acoustic technologies that support marine research, environmental monitoring, and sustainable ocean management which are key components of a thriving and innovative Blue Economy.
Speaker: Jeffrey Taylor
Associate Vice President of Research and Innovation - NSCC

Jeffrey Taylor is an experienced Vice President of Research with a strong background in higher education. He brings expertise in board leadership, innovation, public speaking, industry engagement, and building community partnerships. A skilled project manager, he holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Toronto and has a proven track record of leading major research initiatives.
Speaker: Clayton Burry
VP of Sales - Virtual Marine

Clayton Burry is a results-oriented sales executive with extensive international experience developing markets for high-tech industries across maritime transportation, defence, and offshore sectors. He specializes in identifying digital disruption opportunities and SaaS applications while leading teams to execute market strategies with a focus on CRM management, KPIs, and customer retention. Known for challenging the status quo, Clayton brings innovative approaches to business development and maintains a strong global network to drive growth and success.

Agenda

  • Welcome and Introduction

  • Panel Discussion: Inclusive Talent Development in the Blue Economy

    • Panellists share experiences and best practices in hiring and developing a diverse workforce in the ocean sector.

    • Discussion of effective management strategies for growing talent.

  • Identifying and Overcoming Talent Barriers

    • Exploration of challenges in sourcing skilled talent.

    • Solutions and strategies to address workforce gaps.

  • Q&A

Reconnaissance des terres

Dans un esprit de respect, de réciprocité et de vérité, nous honorons et reconnaissons Moh’kinsstis, le territoire traditionnel du Traité 7 et les pratiques orales de la confédération des Pieds-Noirs : Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, ainsi que les nations Îyâxe Nakoda et Tsuut’ina. Nous reconnaissons que ce territoire abrite la Nation métisse de l’Alberta, la région 3 au sein de la patrie historique des Métis du Nord-Ouest. Enfin, nous reconnaissons toutes les nations qui vivent, travaillent et se divertissent sur ce territoire, et qui l’honorent et le célèbrent.

Land Acknowledgment

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3, within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we recognize all Nations who live, work and play on this land and honour and celebrate this territory.