Coastal Measures
“Coastal Measures operates CUMULUS, an ocean data platform for new sensor integration and data standardization. Over the past 2 years since the company was founded, Blaine Grimes has been an integral advisor who significantly helped the company discover its target market, bring it initial grants, expand the business into Maine, connect with investors, and hone the overall narrative. Her deep knowledge of ocean-related industries and commercial opportunities set her apart as an informed resource to grow our business. Through the Blue w(AI)ve accelerator, a collaborative program between GMRI and the Roux Institute, Blaine brought together AI experts, investors, and scientists to help Coastal Measures and other start-ups identify viable technical and business pathways. Blaine is truly a ‘unicorn’ advisor who brings extensive knowledge and a ‘lets get this done’ attitude that will help any startup succeed. ”
Josh Humbertson, President Coastal Measures
Wavestock Inc.
“I recently had the pleasure of working with and getting to know Blaine during our time together through the Gulf of Maine Ventures accelerator program. From the moment I met Blaine, she was a consistent and reliable source for no nonsense, to the point, direction and feedback that helped our startup focus on and look more closely at key elements of our business. She was able to quickly identify critical issues and bottlenecks we needed to explore more deeply to unlock different aspects of our venture. Aside from her business insight, she also was a fantastic resource in helping us shape the messaging of our brand in a way that more strongly resonated with our target stakeholders. Our team was beyond grateful to work with her throughout the program and are sure she will be an invaluable asset to whichever organization she finds herself in next.”
Asa Quesenberry, Co-Founder / CEO Wavestock Inc.
SeaScale
“Under Blaine Grimes’ guidance through the Blue Tech Boost program at GMRI, we were able to transform Seascale from an early-stage idea into a viable, mission-driven company. Blaine has a wealth of strategic insight, industry connections, and a deep understanding of the challenges facing ocean-focused startups. She helped us clarify our value proposition, pressure-test our assumptions, and connect with a network of mentors and stakeholders who accelerated our development. Blaine pushed us to think bigger while staying grounded in the realities of the market and the needs of our customers. Her thoughtful feedback played a critical role in shaping our business model. Working with Blaine was a turning point for Seascale, and we’re deeply grateful for her steady support and belief in our potential.”
Charlie Walsh and Jon Steuber, Co-Founders SeaScale
