Blue Hatchling Youth Award Finalists: Recognizes a person under age 17 who has made significant contributions in marine conservation through volunteer related activities. Miles Fetherston-Resch – St. Petersburg, Florida Miles Fetherston-Resch is the 8 year old Founder and CEO of Kids Saving Oceans. Two years ago, Miles was watching Shark Week and became concerned about…

Blue Business Award Finalists: The Blue Business of the Year Award recognizes a business that has made outstanding contributions toward promoting and encouraging conservation, restoration, or preservation of marine life and/or marine ecosystems through their business practices, products or technology. Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa – Manalapan, Florida Eau is the French word for…

Blue Ambassador Award Finalists: The recipient of the Blue Ambassador of the Year Award exemplifies significant local contributions in marine conservation through volunteer-related activities. Mario Cisneros – Miami, Florida Mario Cisneros has dedicated the past 10+ years to the conservation of wildlife. His main focus is showcasing the hidden natural gems of Florida as well…

Blue Friend Award Finalists: The recipient of the Blue Friend of the Year Award exemplifies significant contributions in marine conservation through work-related activities. Local and National entries recognized. Dianna Cohen – Los Angeles, California Dianna Cohen is a tireless warrior continuously working to end the flow of plastic pollution into the world ocean. As co-founder…

Blue Nonprofit Award Finalists The Blue Business of the Year Award recognizes a business that has made outstanding contributions toward promoting and encouraging conservation, restoration, or preservation of marine life and/or marine ecosystems through their business practices, products or technology. Award Recipient – American Shark Conservancy Palm Beach Gardens, Florida The American Shark Conservancy (ASC)…