Ownership and Funding
The Oyster Encyclopedia LLC
Effective Date: 9/27/24
The Oyster Encyclopedia LLC (www.oysterencyclopedia.com) is a privately owned entity dedicated to providing comprehensive information about oysters, their history, culture, sustainability, and culinary uses. As part of our commitment to transparency, we provide the following information about the ownership and funding of our organization.
Ownership Structure
The Oyster Encyclopedia LLC is wholly owned and operated by a private entity based in Atlanta, Georgia. The organization is not affiliated with any larger media conglomerate, seafood industry organization, or governmental entity. We maintain full editorial independence in all our operations, including the content we publish, partnerships we pursue, and products or services we offer.
Funding Sources
The Oyster Encyclopedia LLC is funded through the following sources:
- Private Funding and Investment:
The primary source of funding for the company comes from personal investment and private contributions from the founders. We do not receive financial support from external investors, corporations, or political entities that could influence our content. - Advertising and Sponsorship:
We partner with select advertisers and sponsors who align with our mission of promoting sustainable oyster farming, marine conservation, and culinary excellence. Sponsored content or advertisements are always clearly labeled, and all partnerships are evaluated to ensure they align with our values and do not compromise our editorial integrity. - Affiliate Partnerships:
Some articles or product recommendations on The Oyster Encyclopedia LLC may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These commissions help support the maintenance and expansion of our website. However, our editorial content is created independently, and we only recommend products or services we believe are valuable to our readers. - Merchandise Sales (if applicable):
In addition to our content, we may offer branded merchandise or oyster-related products for sale through our website. Any revenue generated from these sales directly supports the ongoing operations of The Oyster Encyclopedia LLC.
Editorial Independence
Although we receive funding from advertisers, sponsors, and affiliate partnerships, we maintain strict editorial independence. Our content is created and curated by a dedicated team of oyster enthusiasts, writers, and experts. Our editorial policies ensure that no external party influences the content we publish, and all decisions are made in the best interest of our readers.
We are committed to producing unbiased, fact-based, and high-quality content that aligns with our mission to educate and inspire the global oyster community.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the ownership or funding of The Oyster Encyclopedia LLC, please feel free to contact us at:
Email: Mason@oysterencyclopedia.com
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