Posts Tagged ‘science’
Blue Economy Convergence Conversation: Travis Loop, Coastal Advocate and Founder of waterloop
It took over 15 years, but Travis Loop finally found a way back to the Wilmington, North Carolina area after he had to leave to pursue a career. A self-proclaimed “water-person,” Travis loves to surf, paddleboard, and enjoy the beautiful coastal environment and beaches of the Cape Fear region. Now that he is (back) home,…
Read MoreBlue Economy Convergence Conversation: Brian Clark, NC State Ports Authority
A graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Brian Clark has spent his professional life in the maritime industry. His purview of how the shipping industry works is vast, having spent time working in ports in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Alabama. For 22 years, Brian was with AP Moller-Maersk, the world’s largest shipping…
Read MoreBlue Economy Convergence Conversation: Glenn Anderson, Cape Fear Ocean Labs
Glenn Anderson’s friends describe him as someone who grew up as an irredeemably curious child. Even today, he wants to know why things work, how they work, and if you break it, what happens? He was born in Alabama and raised in Tennessee by parents who valued education. After getting his formal education, he wound…
Read MoreConvergence Conversation: Exploring Global R&D with Melissa Flagg
Melissa Flagg has a view of global R&D that is unique among even the most accomplished leaders. She has spent her career dedicated to the advancement of our nation’s research and science. She has served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Research (DDRE) where she was responsible for policy and oversight of the…
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