Andy Tourell Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Ocean Infinity is a pioneer of large scale marine robotic operations deploying robotic technologies to capture ocean data and deliver maritime solutions whilst minimising our environmental footprint. Our purpose is to innovate using robotics and technology to transform industries, enabling people and the planet to thrive. Focusing on clean energy marine propulsion systems, my remit includes developing programmes and opportunities to apply Ocean Infinity technologies and green energy solutions across the marine industry.

The British Triathlon Sustainability Commission's purpose is to facilitate the creation of British Triathlon’s sustainability agenda to develop a meaningful and aspirational roadmap to safeguard the future sustainability of the sport and place British Triathlon at the heart of this movement.

Driven by a passion for the environment and a focus on utilizing sport to facilitate a better life, as Sustainable Sports and Events Specialist, I manage projects working with clients, including World Athletics, Rugby League World Cup 2021 and Sail GP to develop and implement sustainable management strategies. Earth 2 Ocean has a breadth of knowledge and experience gained through establishing, delivering, monitoring and reporting on the impact of sustainability strategies across major events and high-profile sports teams. Our work with major events, high-profile sports teams, international federations, national governing bodies, as well as grassroots clubs, local events and teams, means we are ideally placed to support a broad cross section of sporting organisations in delivering meaningful, effective sustainability programmes. We provide services across strategy, implementation and evaluation.

Part of Senior Management Team with full responsibility for OC Sport UK Ltd business strategy and operations, tasked with installing new management, devising new strategy and injecting new drive to take on new challenges to ensure reputation, financial performance and spirit. Directing the flagship project, “Extreme Sailing Series”- a pioneering, annual, truly global, yacht racing Series, required meticulous and intelligent budget management, leadership of a fulltime team of 45 and an operational team of upto 90 personnel. I was responsible for building relationships and securing (new and repeat) partnerships with global brands and governments at the highest level and operational delivery of events across Europe, N and S America, China, Russia, the Middle East and Australia.

overall responsibility for ensuring the delivery of the Extreme Sailing Series, to the highest standard and the strategic evolution of the event

Assist with boat/ skipper preparations in the build up to the Velux 5 Oceans Race in 2006, whilst managing purchase and refit of Volvo 60 in preparation for World Tour.Skipper/ Boat Captain of Volvo 60 responsible for delivering a corporate/ racing World Tour 2007-08 for the Hugo Boss sponsored campaign.

Diploma, Sponsorship, Commendation

The ESA Diploma is the only academic qualification designed specifically for the needs of the sponsorship industry. The modules cover.

Master'S Degree, Oceanography

Bachelor'S Degree, Bsc (Hons) Biological Sciences, 2:2