Meet the not-your-average suit who’s practically grown gills. Nik Sachlikidis—CEO of The Oyster Restoration Company and Managing Director (Aquaculture) at Cadman Capital—builds ventures that regenerate oceans, feed the future, and create real-world value by turning breakthrough science into scalable action. In this kickoff conversation, we chart Nik’s journey into oyster restoration, unpack TORC’s mission-driven playbook, and explore how bivalves are quietly powering big environmental wins.You’ll hear:What sparked Nik’s passion for restoration—and how it’s evolved over 20 years in aquaculture and fisheriesTORC’s core mission and how it guides daily decisions (from seabed to spreadsheet)The toughest challenge so far—and the strategy that turned it aroundHow oyster reefs deliver outsized climate and community benefitsThe innovative techniques and tech TORC uses to scale restorationLong-term goals for the movement—and what success looks like at ecosystem levelA success story with measurable impact on a local coastHow TORC engages communities, policymakers, and partners to accelerate changeWhether Nik’s casting lines on the weekend or casting vision for the industry, this episode is a masterclass in ocean-positive leadership—with practical insights you can apply on Monday. Dive in.Support the show

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