OpenSeas Technology Innovation Hub at Old Dominion University

Support Types:
Non-Open Water, Commercialization

Location: 112 Bank Street, Norfolk, Virginia 23510, USA

Facility Overview

OpenSeas is a globally engaged innovation hub focused on the blue economy. We work with entrepreneurs, industries, organizations, and communities to:

  • identify meaningful problems,
  • discover and de-risk innovative solutions, and
  • create high-growth, scalable businesses.

Our team brings expertise across the broad range of business competencies required to commercialize technology and includes members with experience in operating and coaching start-ups, successful exits, and venture/funding. We also bring wide professional networks and international experience.

We assist companies throughout the startup cycle – from market/customer discovery, value proposition creation, and business planning and strategy – to operational planning, financial planning, pilot creation, funding development, operational execution, sales and marketing, and customer/team development.

Facility Capabilities

112 Bank Street, Norfolk, Virginia 23510, USA