Join us for an exciting series celebrating 100 years of Seamen’s.

Michelle Carnevale, 11th Hour Racing

Michelle will speak on the topic of “Harnessing the Power of Sport to Create Change”.

11th Hour Racing works with the sailing community and maritime industries to advance solutions and practices that protect and restore the health of our ocean. From plastic pollution to climate change to the environmental impacts of our sport, our oceans are threatened. The clock is ticking. Inspired by and furthering the mission of The Schmidt Family Foundation, 11th Hour Racing embraces sponsorships, grantees, and ambassadors who integrate sustainability into their values and operations while educating, innovating and inspiring people with the critical message of ocean stewardship.

Michelle is the Program Manager at 11th Hour Racing leading the organization’s ocean health grantmaking. Prior to joining 11th Hour Racing, Michelle spent six years at the University of Rhode Island Coastal Resources Center working on the state climate change adaptation plan and developing state policy and best practices for offshore wind energy development. She also taught marine science for a number of ocean-focused and sailing organizations. She holds a B.S. in Marine Ecology from Cornell University, an MBA, and an M.A. in Marine Affairs/Coastal Management from the University of Rhode Island.

These lectures take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Mariners’ Lounge of the Seamen’s Church Institute, 18 Market Square, Newport. It will be open to the public without charge, though a suggested donation of $10 will help defray costs and fund the Institute’s outreach programs.

February – December
2nd Wednesday of every other month

5:30 p.m. Reception 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Presentation

Free and open to the public