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title: "The Road Less Traveled: Building an Industry To Drive Impact"
description: Discover how Tom built Seven Clean Seas, transforming ocean plastic pollution into a global movement. Learn about resilience, innovation, and purpose-driven success.
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# The Road Less Traveled: Building an Industry To Drive Impact

[ GFTN ](https://39936595.hs-sites.com/sff-2024-session-recordings/author/gftn)  Nov 14, 2024 12:00:00 AM

Tom shares his journey of building Seven Clean Seas from a grassroots movement to a global impact enterprise tackling ocean plastic pollution. On "the yellow circle" at the Singapore FinTech Festival, Tom highlights how determination, adaptability, and purpose shaped the creation of a new industry while navigating challenges and redefining success.

 

**Key highlights:**

**1. Turning a Problem into Purpose**

- ****Find Opportunitie******s in Crisis**: Plastic pollution inspired action, proving that problems can spark innovation and impactful business models.
- **Start Small, Dream Big**: Building from a community group to a global movement shows the power of incremental progress toward ambitious goals.

 

**2. Scaling Through Resilience and Innovation**

- **Adapt to the Unexpected**: The pandemic disrupted plans but led to partnerships and grants that propelled growth.
- **Innovate Relentlessly**: Developing tools like the HIPPO and pioneering Plastic Credits showcased the importance of scalable solutions.

 

**3. Embracing the Entrepreneurial Journey**

- **Focus on Progress, Not Perfection**: Success isn’t a clear summit; it’s about continuous learning and adaptation.
- **Thrive Amidst Uncertainty**: Embrace detours and surprises as opportunities for growth and resilience.

 

**Conclusion:**

Tom’s journey highlights the power of purpose and perseverance in building impactful ventures. By focusing on progress, embracing uncertainty, and staying true to their mission, entrepreneurs can drive meaningful change while finding fulfilment in the climb rather than the summit.

 

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Speakers:

- Thomas Peacock-Nazil, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Seven Clean Seas

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