The Alliance is proud to host the
Ocean & Space Convergence Summit
at the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne on November 18, 2026
from 10:30am to 3:00pm.

This landmark event will convene aerospace, maritime, technology, and policy leaders to explore how space and air innovations are accelerating the next generation of ocean intelligence and coastal resilience solutions.

The Summit aims to cultivate enhanced cross-industry communication, cooperation, and collaboration to:

  • Accelerate technological innovation

  • Advance national security interests

  • Identify coastal resilience solutions

  • Protect valuable and finite natural resources.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We invite you to join us as a sponsor for this significant gathering.

    • Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor in opening comments

    • Opportunity to deliver opening remarks at the event

    • Prominent display of banner or sign and exhibit at the event

    • Recognition as the Partner Sponsor on press releases, event invitations, emails & social media, registration webpage, and event program

    • Logo and company profile featured in quarterly
      e-newsletter

    • Reserved VIP table and (15) tickets

    • Recognition as an Orbit Sponsor in opening comments

    • Prominent display of banner or sign and exhibit at the event

    • Recognition as the Partner Sponsor on press releases, event invitations, emails & social media, registration webpage, and event program

    • Logo and company profile featured in quarterly e-newsletter

    • Reserved VIP table and (10) tickets

    • Recognition on banner or sign and exhibit at the event

    • Prominent logo and recognition on event invitations, emails & social media, registration webpage, and event program

    • Content submission in quarterly e-newsletter

    • Reserved VIP table and (10) tickets

    • Recognition and banner or sign and exhibit at the event

    • Prominent logo on event invitation, emails & social media, and event registration webpage, and event program

    • (6) tickets

    • Banner or sign or tabletop exhibit at the event

    • Recognition at the event, logo on event registration webpage, and event program

    • (4) tickets

    • Support the professional development of future marine science and industry leaders 

    • Recognition at the event, logo on event registration webpage, and event program

    • (4) event tickets for undergraduate and graduate students 

    • Logo or name on a table at the reception

    • Recognition at the event, logo on event registration webpage, and event program

    • (2) event tickets


Sponsorship opportunities include:
event recognition, complimentary tickets, and exclusive networking sessions.

BECOME A SPONSOR

For questions about sponsorship, please contact: Laura Stayshich at laura.stayshich.foa@gmail.com

Keynote Speaker and Panel Moderator

Michael W. Sole, former Vice President of Environmental Services at NextEra Energy, Inc.

Mr. Sole brings a unique life and career perspective to the Florida Ocean Alliance (FOA) 2026 Leadership Summit. 

He is the former Vice President of Environmental Services at NextEra Energy, Inc. and former Vice President of
state governmental affairs with Florida Power and Light Co. Mike served as Secretary of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, overseeing Florida’s environmental regulatory programs, the acquisition, conservation and management of public lands and was an active leader for Florida during the BP oil spill disaster. Previously, Mike was a Captain in the United States Marine Corps, serving our nation during the Gulf War. Mike served as Vice President of FOA and is a graduate of the Florida Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Biology.

Panel Speakers

Rob Long
President and CEO
Space Florida

Lynda Weatherman
CEO
Space Coast Economic
Development Commission

Colin Polsky, Ph.D.,
Associate Vice President
Broward Campuses
Florida State Office of Ocean Economy housed at Florida Atlantic University

Samantha Miles
Executive Director
Vertex Applied Innovation Hub at
Florida Institute of Technology

Paul A. Sohl
Rear Admiral USN (ret)
CEO Florida High Tech Corridor

Captain John Murray
CEO
Canaveral Port Authority &
Director, Port Canaveral

We look forward to partnering with you on this first-of-its-kind effort to unite these industries in shaping a resilient and prosperous future for Florida.

Event Contact: Paola Espitia at paola.espitia.foa@gmail.com

Become a sponsor to help support this important meeting and discussion that will significantly impact Florida’s future.

I WANT TO SUPPORT THIS EVENT

Sponsorship questions, contact: Laura Stayshich at laura.stayshich.foa@gmail.com