Key Deal Facts
Positive Polar restores the ocean while taking passengers on exhilarating expedition cruises.
Positive Polar's whale biomimicry tech. will convert ship waste so that it supports marine life.
Positive Polar's whale biomimicry tech. and other R&D may generate multi-million USD in value.
5% or more of guest ticket sale revenues will be invested in Positive Polar's whale biomimicry R&D.
Diverse and resilient revenues from ticket sales, cargo deliveries, carbon credit sales, licensing.
Distinctive experiences, e.g., "Positive Whaler" capturing samples alongside whale scientists.
Operational and scientific team accomplished in generating value from cruising and licensing.
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Management Team / Advisory Board Bios
Jenn Bonilla, PhDPresident, Co-FounderPassionate expedition cruiser. Lover of whales and science. 20+ years experience translating biotechnology into profitable businesses in companies such as Roche, Gilead and Genentech. Princeton University Alum., Hugo HinrichsenChief Executive Officer, Captain, Co-Founder.Staff & Executive Officer, Naval Engineer. Proven track record as Polar Helicopter Pilot & Sailor in rescue operations and working directly with scientists and guests from cruise lines on extreme environments. Master in Strategic Development and Business., Hans LagerweijChief Commercial OfficerExpedition cruise expert and frequent panelist on cruise market trends. Formerly CEO and President of Victory Cruise Lines; President of international businesses of Albatross Travel; Senior Vice President at Four Seasons. MBA and MA Brand Management., Chris YoungbloodFinancial AdvisorSenior finance leader experienced in maximizing cruise profits through all legal options. 25 yrs experience incl. senior finance roles at Grand Expeditions, TUI Travel, and Travelopia. Masters Degree in Accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant., Matt Savoca, PhDScience DirectorGround breaking publications in top tier journals on whale recovery and related topics. PI at Calif. Marine Science Foundation. See his work at: MatthewSavocaEcology.weebly.com., Nikki BaxendaleCreative OfficerAward-winning environmental artist and photographer.
Led global design teams, collaborated with industry giants Disney, MTV and others. See her Insta to be inspired: @nikkibaxendaleart, Tim Foresman, PhDProduct & Programs Senior LeaderNASA Digital Earth Chief Scientist. Creator of PBS movie “Whales that wouldn’t die.” UN Environmental Program chief scientist., Shannon RobisonCommunications ManagerCommunications professional with a passion for storytelling, media strategy, and brand elevation. With a foundation in public relations, she has helped various type of companies to find their voice, shape their narratives, and secure meaningful coverage., Phil HunterExpedition DirectorCalifornia native, has a degree in Aquatic Biology at the University of California Santa Barbara. He has logged over 100 trips to the Antarctic & over 80 to the regions of the High Arctic. Extensive experience leading expedition teams in both areas., Aria MckennaPublic Relations CoordinatorShe is a multi-hyphenate filmmaker and strategist who works to build bridges between climate scientists, policy makers, media and the public. Her mission is to use storytelling to break down the cultural barriers that keep us from restoring a safe climate, Climate Restoration AllianceNon Profit SupporterPositive Polar is part of the network of Ambassadors from the Climate Restoration Alliance. You can check their encouraging letter into this link: https://climaterestorationalliance.org/ambassadors/positive-polar/