Speakers
Keynote
The world of marine mammal mitigation is a complex, multidisciplinary field encompassing policy, legislation, marine mammalogy, underwater acoustics, and economics (to name a few). My passion for the ocean and marine biology inspired a career that evolved into a business. That business began when I identified a gap in the market for mitigation training to Canadian regulations. This talk explores my journey from working offshore to establishing a successful business, highlighting the critical role of innovation in advancing marine environmental protection.
Ashley Noseworthy, CEO and founder of Edgewise Environmental, a Newfoundland-based marine consultancy focusing on marine mammals, seabirds and anthropogenic noise mitigation solutions. Holding an MSc from Newcastle University and a BSc from Memorial University, she spent over a decade at sea, contributing to major energy projects in West Africa, the Arctic, Eastern Canada and the Arabian Gulf. Recognized for her achievements, she received the 2022 NLOWE Trailblazer Award and was listed among the Top 100 Inspirational Female Founders of Ocean and Energy in 2023 by The Ocean Opportunity Lab. Ashley is involved in various national and international boards, including Oceans Advance and the IMarEST Marine Mammal Special Interest Group, advocating for women in STEM. She serves as an advisor for the Destination Canada Sustainability Task Force and the Women in Resources Advisory Committee for the Minister of Industry, Energy, and Technology, embodying a commitment to breaking boundaries in non-traditional roles.