Miren Oca
Miren Oca is the founder and CEO of Ocaquatics Swim School, the world’s first B Corp-certified swim school. Since 1994, Ocaquatics has been helping families love swimming and stay safer in the water. Now in its 32nd year, the company teaches over 6,500 lessons each week during peak season across five locations in Miami, with a sixth location in the planning stages. In March 2024, Miren transitioned the company to 100% employee ownership through an Employee Ownership Trust, deepening her commitment to people-first leadership. Miren is also the founder of Ripples of Impact, a nonprofit dedicated to providing swim scholarships that remove financial barriers so all children can learn to swim, build confidence, and stay safer around the water. A passionate advocate for business as a force for good, Miren speaks to audiences seeking actionable inspiration on how to lead with purpose and build businesses that empower teams, communities, and the environment. All of Miren’s speaking engagements support Ripples of Impact, contributing to a positive ripple of impact by helping to fund scholarships and community programs.
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EP 16 Miren Oca: Exit While They Slept; Employee Ownership & the Perpetual Trust
Join host Vinny Tafuro for a conversation with Miren Oca, founder and CEO of Ocaquatics Swim School, who built a Miami swim instruction institution over 32 years befor...
