Warren K. Carlyle IV

Warren K. Carlyle IV, octopus expert and the force behind OctoNation®, the world's largest octopus fan club, transformed his early childhood fascination into a global nonprofit with over a million followers. Inspired by Sy Montgomery's 2015 New York Times Bestseller "The Soul of an Octopus," Carlyle founded OctoNation to share his lifelong admiration for these captivating creatures. His work, celebrated by National Geographic, the Explorers Club, Meta and more, has made significant strides in ocean literacy reaching over half a billion viewers this past year! Sy Montgomery notably dubbed him the "OctoKing," highlighting his relentless pursuit in connecting cephalopod enthusiasts, researchers, photographers & artists worldwide to foster wonder of the ocean. OctoNation's wide reach even includes celebrities like Pedro Pascal, Michael B. Jordan, and Kate Hudson. This admiration is a testament to the nine years of unwavering commitment to education and passion that are the foundation of OctoNation & Warren!