Data-Driven Futures: Scaling Impact and Sustainability with AI – Featuring George Karani
In this compelling episode, we sit down with George Karani, founder of FrontForum Focus, an innovator dedicated to helping organizations achieve measurable sustainability impact through data analytics and automated reporting.As Co-Director of Startup Grind at Kabarak, George fosters innovation and mentorship among early-stage entrepreneurs. His work is rooted in the belief that community-driven solutions and the power of collective action are essential to reaching global goals.💡 Topics we explore include:Emerging trends shaping the future of AI in sustainabilityWhat foundational principles will remain unchanged over timeThe long-term vision and mission behind FrontForum FocusWhether you're passionate about innovation, sustainability, or impact measurement, this conversation offers rich insights on how technology and data can drive purposeful change.Support the show
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The Hidden Battles Behind Land-Based Aquaculture: A Conversation with RASLogic’s Ivar Warrer Hansen
In this episode of The Business of Aquaculture, we dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) with none other than Ivar Warrer Hansen, Founder and CEO of RASLogic — recently awarded Best Food Tech Consultancy Company of 2024 by the Scandinavian Business Awards.From pioneering innovative solutions in land-based systems to helping the global aquaculture sector rethink sustainability, Ivar shares:The invisible internal challenges he had to overcome before succeeding in the external market,What outsiders get wrong when trying to replicate RASLogic's model,And the non-negotiable principle he stands by — even in the biggest deals of his career.Whether you're an aquaculture entrepreneur, tech innovator, or sustainability advocate, this episode offers rare insight into what it takes to build resilience, leadership, and transformative impact in land-based aquaculture.Support the show
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🎙️ From Outsider to Industry Vanguard: How Ace Aquatec Secured £10M to Redefine Aquaculture Tech
In this powerful episode of The Business of Aquaculture, we're welcoming back Nathan Pyne-Carter, CEO of Ace Aquatec, a pioneer in ethical and intelligent aquaculture technology. Three years ago, Nathan spoke about bringing an "outsider’s perspective" to the industry. Today, he returns as a leader who just closed a £10 million funding round led by Stolt Ventures, signaling Ace Aquatec's transformation into a global force in sustainable aquaculture.We dive deep into:🔍 How outsider thinking became insider credibility with major institutional investors📡 The leap from stunning systems to AI-powered biomass and behavioral analytics through A-BIOMASS® and A-FISH IQ🌏 Strategies behind Ace Aquatec’s geographic growth from Scotland to Asia and the Americas🧭 Maintaining a visionary mindset while managing localized aquatech solutions under diverse regulationsNathan also shares insights on navigating the competitive AI landscape, scaling responsibly, and what the future holds for aquaculture innovation.Catch this forward-looking conversation that’s as much about leadership and funding strategy as it is about revolutionary tech.🎧 Listen now — and if you missed our first chat with Nathan, check out Season 3, Episode 9 from March 2022.Support the show
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Redefining Food Systems: Mark Soetman on Sustainable Innovation & Crustalicious Impact
Welcome back to The Business of Aquaculture, where we explore the intersection of purpose, profitability, and planet. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by visionary entrepreneur Mark Soetman, a leading force in food innovation and sustainability.As the founder of Crustalicious, Mark transforms bycatch into premium crab meat while advancing cutting-edge solutions like Radio Magnetic Freezing and seaweed biorefining. But Crustalicious is more than a business—it’s a mission to reshape the future of our food systems.In this episode we explore:The turning point that made Crustalicious a scalable business.Why this brand stands out in a crowded startup ecosystem.How sustainability and storytelling create long-term value.If you're a purpose-driven leader, data-minded entrepreneur, or innovator in the blue economy, this conversation is your blueprint for aligning vision with action.Support the show
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The Vessel of Collaboration: Edward Capapas on Designing the Future of Aquaculture with OceanArk
In this episode of The Business of Aquaculture, we welcome Edward Capapas, Co-Founder & CEO of OCNARK (Ocean-Ark) — a consultancy that goes far beyond blueprints and permits. OCNARK was built to be a vessel — not just for systems and structures, but for people, ideas, and transformation.Edward shares how OCNARK became a hub for experts, clients, and innovators to co-create the future of sustainable aquaculture. We explore:Why collaboration is the heartbeat of OCNARK’s missionThe key lesson from Edward’s experience leading a multimillion-dollar marine project in the UAEHow disciplines like architecture, biology, and automation engineering weave together to shape aquaculture systems that are as resilient as they are intelligentThis isn’t just a conversation about infrastructure — it’s about building relationships, simplifying complexity, and creating spaces where sustainability can truly thrive.🌊 Join us for this inspiring conversation about designing not just systems, but ecosystems of purpose.🎧 Listen now for a sneak peek of what’s possible when collaboration leads the way.Support the show
Welcome to the Business of Aquaculture podcast! This is the podcast for the sustainable business movement in the aquafarming and ocean ranching industries. This podcast aims to amplify the voices of entrepreneurs addressing the UN Global Goals aka Sustainable Development Goal - SDG14 - to conserve and sustainably use the oceans and the seas. Listen in to fellow business aquaculturists in their journey in this new model of food production of making their business sustainable and help the ocean's ecology while also making a profit all at the same time. Get inspired to learn how even small to medium businesses can make an impact to save the seas, leave a legacy, and have a better quality of life. One of our goals is you take away a nugget of wisdom that will help your business move from the Industrial Revolution to Business 5.0. Our vision is that of collaboration in the aquaculture industry.
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