Harnessing the power of the natural world with our pioneering nature-based solutions to regenerate coastal marine ecosystems.
OUR MISSION
Verdant Bloom is leading the charge on ocean restoration with nature based solutions.
Our mission is to restore kelp forests, which will sequester carbon in the deep ocean whilst restoring the habitat for abundant marine life.
"As stewards of the seas, we live by our mission. Through sustainable urchin cultivation, we nourish both ecosystems and communities, fostering a legacy of oceanic abundance and coastal rejuvenation for generations to come."
Perry Bevin, Urchinomics, Director
MEET THE DIRECTORS
Aoife Duffy
With a strong background in finance working for the Bank of Ireland, Bank of America and Bank of Montreal, Aoife joined the Cadman Capital Group in 2015. As an accomplished team player , Aoife runs compliance for Verdant Bloom.
Perry Bevin
Perry secured a Bachelor of Commerce from Dalhousie University and is a Chartered Professional Accountant. Perry’s passion for innovation and business scaling positions him to strengthen the team's mission to protect and restore the coastal ecosystems.
John Percival
Underpinned by his extensive experience in financial control and disciplined capital management, John brings over 30 years of experience to Verdant Bloom. His skills in negotiation and operational finance make him a core part of the board.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Giles Cadman
Giles was woken up by the reality of climate change in 2017 when his home was destroyed by Hurricane Irma.
Now, as an active investor, thought leader and innovator within the Blue Economy, Giles recognises the power of aquaculture to help support the fight against climate change early and has real-world experience of what it takes to develop solutions.
He is a passionate Ecopreneur; and as an Aquaculture startup founder with a 4x multiple exit in under 3 years, Giles is uniquely positioned to lead the development of marine-based solutions that help tackle climate change.
Giles founded Verdant Bloom to build and develop companies through acquisition, bringing together a family of complementary businesses to help reverse the effects of climate change.
Combining a strong financial and investment background with his desire to heal our oceans, Giles is uniquely positioned to drive Verdant Bloom forward.