The RIPOL Accelerator
$1000
The RIPOL Accelerator
How make an impact in the age of modern media
A groundbreaking new professional development accelerator is launching to help ocean professionals master the art of strategic communication, storytelling, and influence.
The 8-week program, designed for early and mid-career leaders, aims to build a cohort of one-thousand skilled, authentic communicators capable of activating a wave of action towards ensuring a healthy ocean.
Titled, The RIPOL – short for Reimagining Impact for Powerful Ocean Leadership – this accelerator fuses strategy, storytelling, and influence to equip bold ocean thinkers with the tools to lead, disrupt, and drive transformative change.
“The problem isn’t a lack of science—it’s a lack of connection.
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The initiative comes at a critical moment for the planet, as the impacts of climate change and ocean degradation become increasingly urgent–but public understanding and political will lag behind. The accelerator is designed to fill that gap by transforming capable scientists, policymakers, and advocates into compelling messengers.
Program Highlights:
8-week virtual intensive with online video/audio modules, realtime mentorship, and peer feedback
The option to opt outside with audio learning and a printable workbook
Curriculum covers ocean-focused content around strategy, marketing, storytelling, psychology, and behavioral sciences
Guest sessions with leading ocean communicators
Focus on real-world application and career acceleration
In a time of accelerating climate chaos, ocean professionals must do more than inform—they must inspire. With the right support, we’ll equip 1,000 powerful voices to drive the action our ocean demands.
The first cohort runs from July 7 - August 25, 2025.
Interested applicants, funders, and partners are encouraged to reach out with questions via email: hello@olapicreative.com
Media Workshop
$750
The Ripple Effect of
Visual Storytelling
How to use visual stories to expand your reach during uncertain times
Have you ever wanted to contribute to the world…
and make an impact with your brand or organization? Right now, the world needs people like you to step up and serve.
But since business as usual is not business as usual, it’s going to take a new way of doing things in order to survive.
That’s why Ola’pi Creative is bringing you something we’ve never made available before. You are invited to attend the Ola’pi Creative Media Workshop virtually from your home or office!
We want to see more of you expand your reach and since story is THE best way to engage with your audience and stay relevant in this time of social distancing, we’re excited to offer this LIVE Media Workshop. Learn a new skill and gain our insight, tips, and methods for incorporating visual storytelling into your virtual media strategy.
A video tip for you…
Media Workshop Overview
In this Media Workshop you will learn…
I. The Basic Building Blocks of a communications strategy
II. The Story Development
a. The purpose of story
b. What makes a great story
c. The ABT Story Framework by Dr. Randy Olson
III. The Content
a. Why visuals matter
b. What visuals work
c. Best practices for visual storytelling
d. A word on ADA Compatibility
III. The Content Strategy
a. The Ola’pi Creative Ripple Method
b. Creating your central video content
c. Optimizing your video into micro-content
d. Designing quote cards, lists, and infographics even if you’re not a graphic designer
e. Understanding how mindsets differ between platforms
f. Effectively distributing your media for the most views
IV. The Evolution
a. What questions to ask to measure success
V. Live Q&A with Ola’pi Creative Communications Director, Paola Espitia
3 hours of instruction and Live Q&A
$750
Discounted pricing available for teams.
A sampling from the workshop…
Get started
Register for the workshop
Participate from your home
Get inspiration and instruction
What to expect
Guidance in setting your communication goals
Step-by-step instruction for crafting a meaningful story
Tips for creating better content
Step-by-step instruction for creating 5 pieces of content from a video file using Canva.com
Live interaction where you get your questions about video answered
Link to the replay within 48 hours after the workshop completion - it will be available to you for 2 weeks!
BONUS! Receive a credit towards an Ola’pi Creative Strategy Session or Custom Media Package when you book before the replay expires
