Our Team

Ocean Exchange Team

Stephanie Miele

Owner and Chief Operating Officer at International Training

Stephanie’s journey began at the University of Rhode Island, where she earned a degree inmarine and maritime affairs.

Her time as an undergraduate not only equipped her with knowledge but also ignited her passion for scuba diving, leading her to become an active and engaged member of the scuba community. Her dedication, along with that of her fellow students, played a pivotal role in convincing URI to establish a formal dive program, creating opportunities for experiential learning among students.

Post university graduation, this trajectory took her to becoming the owner and Chief Operating Officer of International Training, where her achievements in the diving industry have steadily grown over the years. Together with her team, she has been instrumental in propelling ITI to remarkable success and expansion on both national and global scales.

One of Stephttps://internationaltraining.us/hanie’s most commendable feats lies in her ability to extend dive education beyond the recreational realm. Through her strategic utilization of International Training’s eLearning program, she has successfully incorporated advanced levels of dive education. Today, International Training stands as a beacon of innovation, offering tailor-made web-based systems for businesses, encompassing certification management, eLearning courses, and customized programs.

Beyond her endeavors with International Training, Stephanie is also the founder of Clear Currents, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering education, conservation, and sustainable utilization of the world’s oceans, rivers, and lakes. Clear Currents serves as a unifying force for individuals driven by their passion for water bodies, effecting change at a grassroots level with a global reach.

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Testimonials

At Carollo Engineers, water is all we do—so we’re passionate about protecting our oceans. Attending the Ocean Exchange connected us with innovators advancing the blue economy, including those driving reuse and improving wastewater treatment and water quality. Events like this highlight how essential cross-sector collaboration is to solving global water challenges and creating a more sustainable future.

 
Dave Sobeck
Executive Vice President, Carollo Engineers

The Guy Harvey Foundation has been a proud partner with Ocean Exchange for the past few years as it provides a wonderful platform for innovations to be shared, meaningful networking to take place and overall supports the growth of the ocean economy and conservation efforts. We’ve been fortunate to provide awards for both collegiate and high school categories, participated on the judging panel and are inspired by the problem solving solutions presented by each candidate. If you want a good dose of inspiration, definitely look to supporting, attending or participating in the events!

 
Jessica Harvey
Chief Executive Officer, Guy Harvey Foundation

Ocean Exchange consistently brings together some of the most promising innovators in sustainability, and it’s been incredibly rewarding to support their work through the Solutions Review Team. Each year after attending the annual conference, I leave energized by the quality of ideas presented, the mission‑driven entrepreneurs involved, and the collaborative environment that drives meaningful progress for our oceans and The Blue Economy.

 
Rick Claar
Partner/President, The Martec Group

Participating in Ocean Exchange as an AUV subject matter expert was a meaningful way to share Anduril’s perspective on operational autonomy and AUV deployment. The event brought together diverse stakeholders focused on advancing practical, impact-driven maritime technologies, and provided a valuable platform for meaningful and inspiring discussions that delved into the complexities and opportunities spanning the full spectrum of ocean innovation.

 
Jessie Gray
Engineering Project Manager, Anduril

Being a voting delegate at Ocean Exchange reminded me why I do this work—watching students and industry leaders alike push the boundaries of what’s possible for ocean health and the blue economy. Deep thanks to Moffatt & Nichol for supporting our time and commitment.

 
Lynette Cardoch
Vice President Director, Resilience and Adaptation, Moffatt & Nichol