Blue Economy · Workshop & Panel

NSU Ocean Connect 2026

An interactive workshop exploring the future of the blue economy — featuring panel discussions with industry leaders, a hands-on ideation session, and networking with the innovators shaping tomorrow's ocean solutions.

Friday, March 20, 2026
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
NSU Levan Center for Innovation, Fort Lauderdale
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About the Event

NSU Ocean Connect is an interactive workshop bringing together students, faculty, researchers, and industry leaders to explore innovation at the intersection of ocean science, entrepreneurship, and technology. This isn't a lecture — it's a conversation designed to generate bold new ideas for the blue economy.

Hosted at the Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center for Innovation, the event features two panel discussions, a guided team-based ideation session, and networking with professionals already building in the space. Whether you're a student exploring careers in the blue economy or a practitioner looking to connect with emerging talent, this is where those conversations happen.

Space is limited and RSVPs close March 17 — register early.

Agenda

  • 8:00 AM
    Breakfast Arrive, grab food, and connect with attendees before the program begins.
  • 8:30 AM
    Panel Discussion: NSU's Role in the Ocean Economy Faculty, researchers, and industry partners discuss how NSU is shaping the next generation of blue economy leaders.
  • ~10:00 AM
    Panel Discussion: Blue Technology Innovations Founders and technologists discuss the tools, platforms, and breakthroughs driving the future of marine industry.
  • ~11:00 AM
    Interactive Ideation Session Team-based innovation development guided by faculty, researchers, and industry leaders. Come ready to build something.
  • 12:00 PM
    Networking Lunch Lunch provided. Connect with panelists, peers, and partners — and explore potential follow-up opportunities.

Panel Discussions

Panel 01

NSU's Role in the Ocean Economy

Panel 02

Blue Technology Innovations

What You'll Get

  • 🍳
    Breakfast and lunch provided
  • 🎒
    NSU Ocean swag bag
  • 🤝
    Direct access to panelists and industry leaders during networking
  • 💡
    Hands-on ideation session with faculty, researchers, and founders
  • 🌊
    Opportunity to join a follow-up session with NSU President Moon
  • Potential selection for the NSU Student Advisory Board

Who Should Attend

NSU students, faculty, and staff from all colleges who are interested in innovation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, coastal resiliency, and the future of our oceans. If you're building in the blue economy — or want to — this event was made for you.

Organized By

🌊 NSU Ocean — Nova Southeastern University
🔬 Marine Research Hub

Space is limited. Don't miss your seat at the table shaping tomorrow's ocean solutions.

⏰ RSVP by March 17, 2026 Register Now →
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