Chris Gorell Barnes
Chris Gorell Barnes
Ocean 14 Capital
Founding Partner

Chris Gorell Barnes is a social entrepreneur focused on solving one of the world’s greatest threats the crisis in the oceans. He is Founding partner of Ocean 14 capital a €200M leading impact fund focused on ensuring a healthy ocean for everyone through a sustainable & regenerative blue economy and co-founder of the Blue marine foundation a world leading marine charity creating marine reserves and establishing sustainable models of fishing & innovative ocean conservation all over the world.

Speaking at

Luxembourg-Kirchberg
Wednesday, 1 October 2025
10.55 - 11.35
Ocean focus: The blue economy

The ocean: climate regulation, food security and economic development for billions of people. Supporting its sustainable use - the blue economy - with investments delivers both environmental and financial returns.

Niki Natarajan
Niki Natarajan
Phenix Capital

Head of Research

Kristian Atkinson
Kristian Atkinson
Fidelity International

Portfolio Manager

Simon Dent
Simon Dent
Outrigger Impact

Co-Founder, Managing Director

Chris Gorell Barnes
Chris Gorell Barnes
Ocean 14 Capital

Founding Partner

Maria Velkova
Maria Velkova
Aqua Spark

Chief Investment Officer