WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
Our mission at Reel Ocean is to preserve, protect and conserve our ocean so that future generations may one day see the ocean in all its natural glory. We intend to do this by focusing on educating the public through films, social media, blogs and other media outlets. We will donate 10% of our sales to our non-profit partners in an effort to contribute to different conservation projects here in Florida and around the globe. We have set out to create a company that gives back much more than it takes from the environment in a direct and measurable manner. Through a combination of education and action, we intend to create changes in consumer behavior that over time could truly change the world.
MEET THE TEAM
Nicolas Quintairos
Our Founder and CEO, Nicolas Quintairos, grew up in Miami, Florida where he developed a love and admiration for the surrounding ocean habitats. After graduating from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Nicolas went on to earn his Master’s degree at the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science in Aquaculture. Nicolas is currently pursuing his MBA from Oklahoma State University where he hopes to develop businesses that educate consumers about various ocean conservation issues around the globe – focusing first on his home state of Florida.
Jake Weinberger
Our Head of Social Media, Jake Weinberger, grew up in Pennsylvania, and moved to South Florida after graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology and Conservation Biology. His love for the ocean and protecting its resources grew soon after, driving him to earn a Master’s degree in Marine Conservation from the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science. Jake bought his first camera during his sophomore year of college, and continues to hone his photography and filmmaking skills to this day. He is excited to use Reel Ocean to tell engaging environmental stories through social media and film!