31 October 2024

Marine Resources and Yachting Ventures are pleased to announce a new partnership aimed at bridging the gap between experienced industry professionals and emerging startups in the yachting sector. This collaboration will be established as the Startup Advisor Pool - a dedicated group of industry experts ready to support startups through consultancy, board directorship and equity partnership opportunities.

As startups in the marine industry often face budget constraints that limit their ability to hire full teams, this initiative will provide a solution by connecting them with seasoned executives and business leaders. Marine Resources will leverage its extensive network to identify and recruit C-suite level or similar professionals who can offer their expertise to startups seeking to negotiate the challenges of growth.

“I remember how hard it was to connect with the most experienced professionals in the industry when I was starting out and wish I had something like the Startup Advisor Pool to tap into. Over the last 20 years, we have built up an extensive network of professionals who will be able to add a lot of value,” said James Ward, CEO at Marine Resources. “Through our Startup Advisor Pool, we can match the right skills to the needs of each business, building valuable commercial partnerships that drive success in the marine sector.”

The leading growth platform for startups in the leisure marine sector, Yachting Ventures has collaborated with over 300 startups and scaleups to develop innovative products and services. By connecting entrepreneurs with global corporations and investors, they aim to promote innovation and create a significant impact within the marine industry. They boast a thriving community of more than 160 members that allows ambitious founders to share experiences, seek advice and collectively negotiate the journey of startup growth.

Gabbi Richardson, founder of Yachting Ventures, expressed her enthusiasm for the collaboration with Marine Resources, stating: “We know how hard it is to build a startup and finding the right team is one of the hardest bits. We’ve seen time and time again how a strong advisory board can play a crucial part in a startup’s journey and success, particularly if they are raising funding. Exclusive access to the Startup Advisor Pool will add significant value to our community members, and we’re excited to work with James on this initiative!”

Marine Resources and Yachting Ventures invite experienced professionals from the Yachting Ventures community to contribute their knowledge and expertise by joining this exclusive alliance. Interested advisors are encouraged to contact James at Marine Resources on suap@marineresources.co.uk to learn more and apply to join the pool. Startups seeking to benefit from this network should reach out to Gabbi at Yachting Ventures on gabriella@yachtingventures.co.uk.