Olivia Mandle and Nacho Dean together at Sun&Blue Congress

Sun&Blue Congress, international congress of Tourism and Blue Economy, has managed to bring together on the same stage Olivia Mandle, environmental activist and for Animal Rights, and ambassador of the Climate Pact of the European Union, and Nacho Dean, naturalist, professional explorer, popularizer and first person in history to walk around the world and swim across the 5 continents, as well as ambassador of this second edition.

They will do so in the Keynote Speaker scheduled for Thursday, November 21 from 12:30 to 13:30 pm in the main auditorium of the congress, and will be moderated by Jessica Newfield, senior consultant of SOA (Sustainable Ocean Alliance), a non-profit organization whose goal is to mobilize young people and provide solutions to restore the health of the oceans in our lifetime.

This dialogue between two iconic and complementary figures-Olivia Mandle, a high-impact youth activist, and Nacho Dean, an explorer who has walked around the world and crossed oceans-will provide a unique opportunity to inspire and mobilize the audience toward climate action and marine conservation. Both have used their respective paths and experiences to demonstrate how activism and adventure can converge into a powerful message of sustainability.

Why it will be a success

An intergenerational discussion full of inspiration. Although both share a passion for protecting the planet, their stories are completely different and that will make the dialogue even more enriching. Olivia Mandle, with her young and fresh perspective from activism, can connect with a youthful audience and motivate new generations to join the cause. Nacho Dean, with his approach from adventure and exploration, can inspire those looking to transform their passions into positive impact. This combination will allow them to reach diverse audiences and amplify the message of coastal and marine sustainability.

Examples of action and leadership. The message they will bring together to the audience is clear: every person can make a difference. Olivia has fought for awareness and stricter policies to protect the oceans, while Nacho has shown that commitment and adventure can be vehicles for global change. This presentation will not only showcase success stories, but will inspire those present to act and multiply that impact.

The strength of the joint narrative. Their stories, although different in focus, complement each other perfectly. Olivia represents the strength of youth and innovation, while Nacho, with his journey of epic adventures, represents the connection to nature and resilience. This combination creates a story of connection between generations and ways of life that will attract media and audience attention for its authenticity and ability to inspire multiple social groups.

Long-term impact: By connecting your experiences to the importance of the oceans in blue tourism and coastal sustainability, your presentation aligns with the broader goals of the conference and becomes a focal point for generating greater awareness and action. Both can share how their individual efforts have sparked change locally and internationally, motivating others to replicate those actions.