Does 4Ocean make a profit?

4ocean is a purpose-driven business that we founded to help end the ocean plastic crisis. We’re not a nonprofit, which makes us different from many other environmentally-focused companies. Some nonprofits rely on funding which may be earmarked for specific periods of time or for specific projects.

How much money does 4Ocean make?

4ocean PBC’s estimated annual revenue is currently $43.9M per year.

Who are the founders of 4Ocean?

Alex Schulze
Andrew Cooper
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4ocean: The Origin Story Alex Schulze and Andrew Cooper were inspired to create 4ocean after taking a surf trip to Bali, Indonesia, in 2015.

Is 4Ocean a ripoff?

Is 4Ocean a legitimate organization? 4Ocean is a legitimate organization. However, there has been confusion as to whether 4Ocean is a non-profit organization. 4Ocean is a purpose-driven business that was founded to help end the ocean plastic crisis.

Who is the CEO of 4ocean?

Alex Schulze
Alex Schulze, Co-Founder and CEO at 4Ocean, shares the story of how a surf trip to Bali opened the eyes of the co-founders to the environmental issues related to plastics and the steps they’ve taken to create a business model that is removing millions of pounds of trash from our oceans.

Is 4ocean successful?

The folks at 4ocean have hit the mark, raking in 10 million pounds of ocean trash with a campaign funded by selling bracelets. Now the Florida-based “public benefit corporation” is rolling out items made from 100\% ocean plastic.

Are 4ocean bracelets made in China?

Each bracelet is hand assembled on the island of Bali, by skilled local artisans. The beads are recycled in China and made from certified 100\% post consumer recycled glass bottles including less than 5\% reclaimed ocean glass.

How did 4ocean get started?

Fishermen from a local fishing village were pushing boats through piles of plastics. Cooper and Schulze realized that they could hire fishermen to pull plastic from the ocean and thus began 4ocean. Founded in January 2017, 4ocean funds its efforts from the sale of 4ocean bracelets made from recycled materials.

How many pounds has 4ocean removed?

4ocean Has Removed More Than 7 Million Pounds Of Trash, Expands Bracelet-Funded Cleanups To Central America.

Can you shower with a 4ocean bracelet?

Our bracelets are 100\% waterproof. They’re made from post-consumer recycled plastic and glass, with a stainless steel charm. All of these materials can be worn in the water.

Who is the CEO of 4Ocean?

Are 4Ocean bracelets made in China?