What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit
June 10-11, 2025
Berkeley, California
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About the conference
The What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit brings together top industry entrepreneurs, investors, thought leaders, analysts, media, and innovators, all to help you advance your business and expand your network of experts in the longevity economy.
With the theme of “Connecting Investors, Innovators and Distribution Partners in the Longevity Market,” we are currently developing sessions and selecting speakers that will ensure our continued commitment to the collaboration of forward-looking entrepreneurs and investors.
It’s more than an event—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of innovation in aging and healthcare! We hope you will be a part of this dynamic event by registering to attend or becoming a sponsor or exhibitor.
The 2025 Summit takes place June 10-11 at the Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, California.
Topics
- Inclusive and Universal Design
- The Future of Healthcare
- AI Implementation in the Longevity Market
- The Role of Healthcare Policy in AgeTech Innovation
- Selling in to the Senior Living Real Estate Market
- Case Studies: Going to Market in the Longevity Economy
- Mobility Solutions and Falls Prevention
- Innovations in Health and Wellness
- Investor Trends in Today’s Economy
- Pitch for Distribution to the Corporations and Organizations Investing in the Longevity Economy
- Longevity Market Overview
- Exit Strategies for Entrepreneurs
- Chronic Illness Prevention, Home Care and Personalization of Treatment: Solutions for Improving Quality of Life
2025 Summit Featured Speakers
Mary Furlong
President, Mary Furlong and Associates
Dr. Ken Dychtwald
Founder and CEO, Age Wave
Nancy LeaMond
EVP, Chief Advocacy & Engagement Officer, AARP
Greg Olsen
Director, New York State Office for Aging
Sarita Mohanty
President and CEO, The SCAN Foundation
KEYNOTE
Business investments and market opportunities are often out of sync with the reality of today’s older, more seasoned consumer.
Did you know?
1. Men and women over 50 now make up 33% of the total U.S. population and 44% of the adult population but control more than 70% of total wealth.
2. Due to the combination of rising longevity, declining fertility, and the aging of the Baby Boom generation, this group is now bigger than the entire population of most countries.
3. As a new generation of active and curious consumers, they now dominate the marketplace and are responsible for:
o 50% of new car and truck purchases
o 51% of personal care products
o 51 % of grocery food items
o 65% of health care
o 65% of home maintenance and repairs
o 72% of prescription and OTC drugs
o 80% of retirement accounts
Dr. Ken Dychtwald
Founder and CEO, Age Wave
Dr. Ken Dychtwald, recognized as North America’s leading visionary and original thinker on longevity and aging for 50 years, will explain and preview the biggest investment and development opportunities that the age wave is causing. He’ll provide an inspirational preview of the products, services, and marketing that will succeed at meeting the needs and aspirations of this new age of aging consumer while eliminating the ageism that has impeded both investments and shareholder value for too long.
Why attend?
- Find deal flow
- Hear from investors who are investing in the market
- Be among the first to learn about innovations for the longevity market
- Hear from entrepreneurs on their go to market strategies
- Gather research about the longevity market
- Meet with fellow attendees in AgeTech One-on-Ones provided by AgeTech Collaborative from AARP. AgeTech One-on-Ones are double opt-in 15-minute meetings scheduled throughout the Summit.
Connect in AgeTech One-on-Ones: Unlock Opportunities
Unlock Opportunities: Uncover new opportunities with AgeTech One-on-Ones from AgeTech Collaborative from AARP at the 2025 Longevity Venture Summit. Book one-on-one meetings with the startups, investors, and industry leaders of your choice to catalyze collaborations, spark innovation, and shape the future of AgeTech products. These personalized meetings are your gateway to meaningful business partnerships. Don’t miss out—unlock the potential of AgeTech!
Click “Yes” on the registration form to participate in AgeTech One-on-One meetings when you register for the conference.
$10K Business Plan Competition
If you have a business plan or start-up targeting the longevity market, we invite you to enter your business plan for the 2025 What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit Business Plan Competition, June 10-11.
We are now accepting submissions for the competition, the focus of which is on services, technologies and innovations that enable quality-of-life improvements for older adults. Challenge statement: Helping older adults manage the challenges of living into their 80’s.
Finalists will showcase their plans on June 10 for a chance to win $10,000. We hope to see you there!
Questions? Email us at
boomerventurecompetition@
John Hopper Impact Award
The John Hopper Impact Award recognizes an exceptional Entrepreneur who has introduced an innovative solution or technology focused on improving the independence, quality, and cost of care for the aging population. The award was created to honor the memory of John Hopper, a true visionary and innovator who inspired growth in individuals, teams and relationships.
This year’s focus is on cognitive and behavioral health, recognizing entrepreneurs whose work enhances the quality of life, care and overall experience for individuals living with dementia, cognitive decline, and behavioral health challenges associated with aging.
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