Panel // De-Risking Blue Food Finance: Instruments, Proof Points, and Bankable Deals

27 May 2026
Main Stage
Main Stage
  • How are venture, private equity, blended finance, and ESG capital shaping the sector? Which instruments and channels can mobilise scalable funding for aquaculture and fisheries?
  • How do we convert early-stage projects into bankable portfolios and transition from philanthropic returns-driven models?
  • How can the sector overcome fragmentation, showcase market size and growth potential, and attract larger pools of capital? What lessons have emerged from recent successes and setbacks?
  • With IPOs and exits limited, what role can private equity and large VCs play, and where are the most promising areas where foundational investment is emerging industry?
Speakers
Anup Jagwani
Anup Jagwani, Senior Manager, Farming and Agribusiness, Solutions & Impact - IFC
Amy Novogratz
Amy Novogratz, Co-founder and Board Member - AQUASPARK