Sean Wolpert
Sean Wolpert is Board Member of DEEP, an ocean technology and exploration company pioneering permanent human presence under the sea. At DEEP he is leading the development of the Sentinel modular underwater habitats, designed to enable scientists to live, work and explore at depths of around 200 metres for up to 28 days. Sean brings more than 15 years of experience in global investment and finance, having served as Chief Investment Officer and portfolio manager across macro, multi-asset and discretionary funds. He now applies this expertise to advancing subsea research infrastructure, data systems and advanced manufacturing capabilities.
Presenting as part of Big Blue Ideas
Is the deep sea a wasteland or wonderland?
Thursday 16 October | 6.30pm
The deep ocean is Earth’s final frontier—vast and largely unseen by humans. So, what’s really down there?
Is it a mysterious ecosystem full of untapped knowledge and creatures of the abyss — or just rock, darkness and mining potential? The deep sea could be our next scientific breakthrough, our next gold rush—or even our next home.
With billionaires, governments and researchers racing to the bottom, the pressure is on: should we explore, exploit, or leave it alone?
