Posted by Jessica Muffett on February 12, 2014 · Leave a Comment
Who is Your Hero?
Sailors for the Sea, which “educates and engages the boating community in the worldwide protection of the oceans,” was the outcome of David Rockefeller’s work on the Pew Oceans Commission, which identified profound and alarming…
Posted by Jessica Muffett on October 28, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Who is Your Hero?
In 2012, Matt Rutherford became the first person to solo circumnavigate North and South America. He completed the non-stop 27,000 mile journey in 10 months in a tiny, old sailboat.
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Matt has embarked on a…
Posted by Jessica Muffett on October 23, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Who is Your Hero?
Jill Savery, Head of Sustainability, America’s Cup Event Authority, recently succeeded at making the 34th America’s Cup a sustainable event, setting the standard for all future America’s Cup events and other marine-related events worldwide. Jill is…
Posted by Jessica Muffett on March 15, 2013 · Leave a Comment
Who is Your Hero?
Michael Moore is chairman of The International SeaKeepers Society, an integral pillar of YachtWorld Foundation, which became YachtWorld Heroes. Early on as we searched for a cause and road to reward our beneficiary, Michael suggested we…
Posted by Jessica Muffett on November 28, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Who is Your Hero?
Celine Cousteau is the founder of CauseCenric Productions and Ocean Inspirations, which support the global sharing of stories regarding endangered ecosystems. Her work supports everyday heroes in the fight to protect our fragile planet, by creating…