ABOUT

The venture ecosystem the ocean's been waiting for.

SeaAhead is the bluetech venture builder that unites acceleration programs, capital, and our cultivated network into a single engine for scaling startups.

OUR Network

Built on relationships, powered by expertise.

SeaAhead's network is our greatest asset, and we share it with our portfolio. We've spent 7+ years cultivating relationships with stakeholders and decision-makers in industry, investment, research, government, and more. When you join SeaAhead, you're not just getting introductions – you're benefiting from credibility, context, and warm pathways to those who can help you reach the next level.

OUR APPROACH

Acceleration, capital, and connections.

PROGRAMS

Structured pathways to commercialization.

Our programs consistently produce strong bluetech ventures by giving founders the tools and knowledge they need to secure capital and customers. The BlueSwell Program guides go-to-market strategies for early-stage startups. SeaAhead Pilot helps our sponsors identify and pilot with more mature companies, putting technology into practice for real-world challenges.

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Investment

Deep sector expertise with proprietary deal flow.

Our mandate is to invest in the best bluetech startups for outsized venture returns and lasting ocean impact. Our Fund and Investor Syndicate give investors direct access to a curated pipeline built over 7+ years – backed by a team with the sector expertise to identify opportunities early.

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OUR TEAM

Experienced operators. Trusted partners.

Alissa Peterson

Founder & CEO

Bob Geiman

Chairman of the Board

Ed Cesare

Board Member & ENTREPRENEUR IN RESIDENCE

Rajiv Singh

Board Member

Brian Shelley

CFO

Julia Pangan

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

Sean Laverty

INVESTMENT Associate

Camille Kaczmar

Program manager

OUR VENTURE PARTNERS

Mark Huang

CO-Founder & Venture Partner

Donna Hazard

VENTURE PARTNER

Adam de Sola Pool

VENTURE PARTNER

Evan Efstathiou

Venture Partner