Meet Danica Reinicke: Surfs up for Citizen Scientists! | Wave Makers

August 29, 2023

Catch a wave for ocean science!

In this episode of Wave Makers, host Tamara Kahn is delighted to share a company helping anyone who delights in the ocean get involved in helping it! Smartfin turns surfers and paddlers into scientists collecting critical ocean data. 40% of the world's population lives within 60 miles of the coast, yet there is still a gap in understanding those coastal waters. CEO Danica Reinicke shares how the idea for this innovative data device was born and what they still need to get it to the recreation lovers of North America. She also briefly shares her journey from engineering and medical industry to environmental and sustainable endeavors.

Discover more about Smartfin at surfsmartfin.com or connect via Instagram @surfsmartfin.

Danica Reinicke, CEO of Smartfin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-marinera-kahn/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danica-reinicke-79a651bb/

https://www.surfsmartfin.com/

https://www.instagram.com/surfsmartfin/

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Tamara Kahn

Before diving into promoting the incredible innovations of the ocean and water industry, Tamara spent a decade ocean bound for weeks at a time, working with state-of-the-art geophysical sensors in some of the most challenging environments, the salty depths of the world’s oceans. She enjoyed managing projects with advanced technology and collaborating with a diverse workforce and clientele, but her international travels made her witness to some of the worst challenges facing humanity, from ocean pollution to water scarcity. She resolved to pivot her career into sustainability and ecological resilience. Since earning a Masters of Advanced Studies in Climate Science and Policy from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Tamara develops and facilitates programs that enable STEM students, researchers, policymakers, government officials and tech companies to form mutually beneficial partnerships, innovating and collaborating internationally towards sustainable solutions. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin and contributes technical knowledge along with expertise in strategic collaboration and a zest for innovative thinking. Tamara is most happy near a body of water, relishes any chance to SCUBA and loves learning new languages and cultures.