Dive the wave of change!

If you have a business solution that helps improve the health and resilience of the
Mesoamerican Reef, the MAR+Invest Acceleration Programme is for you!

Who we are looking for

Early-stage, growing business or NGOs with a business arm that generates a positive impact on the health of the MAR and its surrounding communities.

An innovative business model that helps address one of the MAR’s three main challenges: water pollution, overfishing, and climate change.

A Minimun Viable Product (MVP) and at least 2 team members.

Operations in at least one of the MAR countries:

  • México (Quintana Roo)
  • Belize
  • Guatemala
  • Honduras

Acceleration Programme phases and benefits

Bootcamp with group workshops led by New Ventures’ expert network, focused on business and blue economy topics (one month)

Opportunity to be selected for personalized acceleration, with the following benefits:

Tailored mentorships

Access to personalized business mentorships based on your project’s specific needs.

Impact metrics development

One on one support to develop a system for measuring and monitoring impact.

Networking and strategic alliances

Connect with other businesses and key stakeholders in the marine impact and regional ecosystem.

In-person closing trip

with various workshops and networking activities.

Financial training

Access to personalized and group financial mentorship.

Application process

 


Register with your email address


Complete the application form on the platform

Interview with the MAR+Invest team

Selection of 15 participants for the Bootcamp

Welcome and start of group workshops

Selection of 6-8 finalists for the acceleration

Welcome and start of the personalized acceleration