Allison Fundis, President & COO, and Michael Ulica, CFO—longtime collaborators of legendary ocean explorer Bob Ballard—will discuss why the ocean represents one of humanity’s greatest untapped opportunities. From advancing science and medicine to strengthening climate resilience and economic growth, they explain how Ocean Exploration Trust is shifting our relationship with the ocean from exploitation to understanding. Through cutting-edge technology, education, and global collaboration, Ocean Exploration Trust is unlocking knowledge that turns exploration into action for long-term ocean health.