thank you to

our sponsors & DONORS

A huge thanks to our sponsors and our donors. It was because of everyone on the list below that made Vertical Green not only happen, but made it a success!

Sponsors in alphabetical order:

  • 2 B Free Equipment: Freediving equipment designed and produced by undisputed champion of Ukraine and 34 national record holder, Alexander Bubenchikov
  • Alex Guzauski Catering
  • Buoy Co.: Replace single-use products with products made from 100% recycled ocean bound plastic
  • Deep Dive Medicine: Medical expertise dedicated to freediver wellness, performance and safety
  • Dive 1st Aid: Premiere recreational and professional first aid kits and medical supplies
  • DiveBud: Freediving computer with acoustic feedback
  • Elios: Company specialized in the production of tailored diving suits
  • Freedive N Spear: Spearfishing and freediving equipment store located in Hermosa Beach, CA
  • Fortis Freediving: Unique freediving equipment design and manufacturing
  • Just Get Wet: A platform to expand the freediving and spearfishing community by offering professional freediving courses as well as hosting weekly meet-ups to encourage locals and tourists to come out and dive in a welcoming setting
  • MBAY Freediving: Dedicated to crafting experiences, and to developing and strengthening the freedive community in Monterey Bay by providing the highest standards of education and opportunities for exploration
  • Octopus Freediving: Innovative, Swiss, high-quality, well-designed freediving accessories
  • The Oregon Freediving Company: Training facility with expert instructors to help you in your diving progression
  • Seac: Product line of gear setting the benchmark in the diving industry
  • SocalSpear-It: Offering PFI Level 1 and Intermediate courses; as well as Apnea-Hunter and Breath Hold Surf Survival classes taught by CNF US National Record Holder and Guiness World Record holder
  • Surf Fur: The best windproof, waterproof, breathable warming gear on the market
  • Tin Roof Bistro: Chef-inspired cuisine and professional, detail-oriented service
  • Waihana: Premium handmade gear that keeps you comfortable at sea

Thank you to those who contributed financial donations via GoFundMe (in no particular order):

  •  Yann Schrodi
  • Alexey Vlaskin
  • Bjorn Roos
  • Robert J. Gold
  • Alexander Lee
  • Sahra Aube
  • Chad Hazlett
  • Ashley Morgan
  • Joe Platko
  • Leslie Lamcke
  • Ina Kao
  • Zachary Dietrich
  • Ruben Pimentel
  • Keith Lawton
  • Alex Lichenstein
  • Hongkai Zhang
  • Christina Sours
  • Traci Cosmer
  • Michelle Nguyen
  • Hung Nguyen
  • Heather Szafranski
  • Ria Ann Wilson
  • Leah Phillips
  • Paul Davies
  • Alasdair Boyd
  • Khay Phillips
  • Matt Brown
  • Joseph E Ledbetter
  • Joon Kwak
  • Rachel Phillips
  • Ruth Hasty
  • Michelle Villanueva
  • Liane Yahnig
  • Ricardo De Andrade Sobral Santos 
  • Luke Harmon