Big Blue Conference

The Cape Cod Blue Economy Foundation’s annual Big Blue Conference is back for a third year to celebrate education, training, and the future of our region's blue economy.

Cape Cod Regional Technical High School, 351 Pleasant Lake Ave, Harwich, MA 02645

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Event Overview

Who
Presenters and attendees are community leaders, industry professionals, global experts, and advocates as well as Cape Cod marine business owners and employees. Sponsored tickets are available for college and high school students.

What
Big Blue Conference is the Cape Cod Blue Economy Foundation's annual industry conference curated to spark conversations and inspire actions relevant to the vitality of Cape Cod and the surrounding Blue Economy.

This year, leaders in the field of education, curriculum development, and workforce training share how Blue Economy fits in their visions of the future for learners of all ages. We’ll also explore climate impacts on working waterfronts, advancements in aquaculture, and the art of making a positive impact.

 Included this year, Big Blue Expo will be open throughout the duration of the Conference.

When
Day 1: Tuesday, April 29 from 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm 
Day 2: Wednesday, April 30 from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm 

Where
Cape Cod Regional Technical High School, 351 Pleasant Lake Ave, Harwich, MA 02645

Woman Astronaut Loral O'Hara smiling in her space suit

2025 Big Blue Highlights

There's so much to look forwards to at this year's Big Blue Conference.

On Day 1, pick up your Kandy Korner treats, and special Cape Cod Saltworks take-away to satisfy your sweet and salty sides as we explore how Blue Economy and STEAM are integrated into local education.

On Day 2, we’ll get to enjoy fresh oysters from ARC Hatchery with guest shuckers from Mermaid Menu of Provincetown and watch a special Big Blue message from NASA Astronaut and former WHOI engineer Loral O’Hara.  

A full Big Blue Agenda and Speakers can be found using the navigation at the top of this page.

For specific questions about Big Blue, please email katy@capecodchamber.org

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