Dr. Owen Taylor is the co-founder and CEO of Worldwide AIS Network (WAKE), a decentralized Web3 platform transforming maritime data collection and validation.

With a background in aerospace engineering and experience in emissions regulation and decarbonization, Owen leads WAKE’s mission to deliver accurate, secure, and transparent AIS data. The platform uses blockchain technology to validate contributions and incentivize global participation, empowering individuals, especially in underserved regions, to engage in the maritime data ecosystem and enhance global trade, security, and compliance. www.worldwideais.org