Overview of the New Leadership System

The Marine Foundation has adopted a unique and inclusive leadership structure that emphasizes collaborative contribution rather than traditional hierarchy. Here’s how it works:

1. Title Change: From “Cofounder” to “Co-Creator”

• “Co-founder” is no longer used within the central organization of the Marine Foundation (i.e., the main body based in Japan).

• The term “Co-creator” is introduced to reflect individuals who are key contributors to the development and expansion of the foundation.

• Exception: The title “cofounder” is only applicable for legally registered national chapters outside of Japan. For example, if a Marine Foundation chapter is officially registered in Ghana, the person who registers it might be called the National cofounder of that national branch.

2. Executive Co-Creators

• Among the co-creators, there is an elite group of Executive Co-Creators.

• These individuals are Operation Directors, meaning they:

  • Play a leadership role in strategic implementation.

  • Come first in line for financial benefits, such as revenue shares or project-related income.

  • Are directly involved in high-level decision-making and project execution.

3. The Leadership Page: Top 50 Executives

• There is a special plan to designate 50 top executives, who will be prominently listed on the Leadership page of the Marine Foundation’s website.

• These individuals are recognized for their exceptional contributions and leadership within the global network.

• This curated group is expected to lead international development strategies across all sectors supported by the Foundation.

4. The Co-Creators Group (360 Group)

• Co-creators are part of what is called the “360 Group”, which includes individuals who actively contribute to the mission, development, and operations of the foundation globally.

• Each co-creator typically has a dedicated webpage on the official Marine Foundation website (marinef.org), acknowledging their role and contributions.

• These individuals may be involved in areas like education, diplomacy, development, culture, media, and more.

5. Sector-Specific Leadership Committees

• Beyond the executive tier, the Foundation has structured Leadership Committees for different sectors or areas of expertise.

• These sectors can include:

  • Education

  • Health

  • Technology

  • Infrastructure

  • Women’s empowerment

  • Media

  • Culture

  • Youth development, etc.

• Committee members are appointed and are responsible for guiding programs, projects, and policies in their domain.

Summary of Structure