About Marine Market Systems
Catalyzing sustainable nature-positive interactions with the ocean through innovative market solutions
Our Mission
Our mission is to accelerate ocean science and conservation action by supporting communities, donors, and countries committed to nature-positive coastal and marine action.
We help generate demand and support for ocean science and conservation through:
Supporting Conservation Policy and Science: Advancing evidence-based marine policy and scientific research
Driving Finance and Execution: Facilitating financing through program development, proposal writing, and expert project management
Powerful Communication: Providing beautiful and powerful underwater imagery and communication products, made freely available (for non-commercial use) to support ocean science and conservation
Our Vision
Imagine coastlines teeming with life, where vibrant communities flourish alongside healthy, abundant oceans. Sustainable growth and equitable access to marine resources aren't distant ideals but the foundation of daily life.
This future is realized when local communities are empowered to articulate their needs, and funders genuinely understand and align with locally-led priorities. It's a future where international best practices are embraced and adapted by those on the ground, ensuring funding flows effectively, is responsibly managed, and drives measurable impact with metrics that align with funding requirements.
Ultimately, our vision is a world where the planet, nature, and communities all benefit from a thriving blue economy.
Our Approach
MMS follows a structured, values-driven approach to advance just, equitable, and nature-positive marine solutions:
Understanding the Need
Identifying challenges through research and community input
Collaborating with Stakeholders
Partnering with communities, NGOs, and governments to co-design solutions
Implementing Solutions
Putting plans into action through scalable, market-driven models
Measuring Impact
Monitoring program delivery and evaluating effectiveness for accountability
Empowering Others
Building local capacity to sustain impact long-term
How We Work
Project Management
End-to-end oversight from inception to close-out
Science & Technical Expertise
Data-driven assessments and modeling
Partnerships & Finance
Connecting communities to donors and investors
Grantmaking & Contracting
Administration, compliance, and fiscal sponsorship
Public-Private Collaboration
Co-creating scalable solutions with government and industry
Our Team
Meet the dedicated professionals driving marine conservation and sustainable development worldwide.
Our Mozambique Team
Our dedicated team in Mozambique brings decades of experience in conservation, policy, and sustainable development.
Our Partners & Funders
We collaborate with leading organizations to maximize our impact and reach.
Legal Status
Marine Market Systems (MMS) is a registered nonprofit organization operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Donations made to MMS in the United States are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. MMS is also officially registered as a nonprofit association in the Republic of Mozambique, where it operates in accordance with local legal and regulatory frameworks.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join us in creating sustainable solutions for our oceans and coastal communities.