What are the latest trends in the longevity market that investors and entrepreneurs should be aware of? Hear directly from an expert panel of early stage, seed and angel investors about where they are investing and how they decide which longevity startups have potential. Learn how angel and seed investors also provide entrepreneurs with guidance on business development strategies, including channel strategies, team development and sales.

Moderator: Paul Stich, Managing Principal, Lunada Ventures
Presenters:
Yasmin Shah, Investor, NuFund
Danny Kaplan, General Partner, Equitage Ventures
Anu Shukla, Co-founder and Executive Chair, Botco.ai

• Mary Furlong, CEO, Mary Furlong & Associates, Executive Producer, What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit
• Amelia Hay,  VP, Startup Programming and Investments, AgeTech Collaborative from AARP
• Mel Barsky, Director, Business Development, CABHI Ventures

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:

• • 50% of new car and truck purchases
  • 51% of personal care products
  • 51 % of grocery food items
  • 65% of health care
  • 65% of home maintenance and repairs
  • 72% of prescription and OTC drugs
  • 80% of retirement accounts

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.

Dr. Ken Dychtwald, CEO, Age Wave

Leading analysts will share their perspectives and market intelligence on the longevity market, technology, AI and investing, illuminating key trends to inform decision-making for businesses of all sizes. 

Lived Experiences of the 50+

Adults age 50 or over are a diverse population with wide-ranging interests, responsibilities, and aspirations.  Join us to understand the diversity of experience through the lens of factors that contribute to older adults’ sense of well-being.  We explore factors of well-being by listening to older adults talk about their lives.  You will walk away with an understanding of what resonates with your audience members age 50 and older and/or how to educate or engage your audience about the aging experience.

Patty David, Vice President of Consumer Insights for AARP Research, AARP

Japan: The World’s Real-Time Laboratory for Agetech

What are the latest trends in the longevity (and specifically “agetech”) market when it comes to Japan, the world’s most aged society? What is the market scale, size and growth? What ecosystems are in place? Who’s investing, and what areas are attracting investments? What should potential investors be aware of? Hear directly from on-the-ground expert and co-founder of Tokyo-based accelerator “Living Best” about the increasing opportunities for North American and European agetech products. Learn how The Carter Group’s curation process derisks investments and escalates success in this notoriously tough market.

Dominic Carter, CEO The Carter Group

Investor Trends in Today’s Economy

Noted author and legendary internet stock analyst, Mark Mahaney, will share insights into today’s investment climate and how to invest wisely for future returns. He will share knowledge on how to invest in growth opportunities that lie ahead and how to determine when high valuations are a warning sign and when they signal an opportunity. 

Mark Mahaney, Senior Managing Director, Evercore ISI, CNBC Contributor, and Author, Nothing But Net: 10 Timeless Stock-Picking Lessons from One of Wall Street’s Top Tech Analysts  

The California Master Plan for Aging has been the blueprint for the country on how to address society’s changing needs over the next 25 years to better support older adults. Learn about the 5 Bold Goals and how aging organizations and others are addressing these changes including housing, Medicare/Medicaid, caregiving, Alzheimer’s and more.

Presenters:

Susan DeMarois, Director, California Department of Aging
Jeannee Parker Martin, President and CEO, LeadingAge California

Health care is undergoing a seismic transformation, driven by innovative technologies, shifting patient expectations, and evolving policy landscapes. In this session, we’ll explore the trends shaping the next decade of health care and its role in the longevity economy.

Sarita Mohanty, President & CEO, The SCAN Foundation
Christie Pitts, Head of Business and Corporate Development, PanasonicWell
Nirav Shah, MD, MPH, Senior Scholar, Stanford University, School of Medicine

This annual competition recognizes innovative plans for products, services and technologies that enable quality-of-life improvements for older adults. The session will kick off with an overview of investor priorities from the panel of judges composed of leaders in the longevity market and the venture capital community. Then five entrepreneur finalists will compete for the $10,000 prize by presenting their business plans before the judges. 

Moderator:  Mel Barsky, Director, Business Development, Centre For Aging + Brain Health Innovation 

Judges

• Anu Anuradhika, Innovation & Ventures Leader, CommonSpirit Health
• Danny Kaplan, General Partner, Equitage Ventures
• Amelia Hay, VP Startup Programming and Investments, AgeTech Collaborative from AARP
• Dan Hermann, President & CEO, Head of Investment Banking, Ziegler
• Tiffany Yu, Partner, 7wire Ventures 

This session explores emerging trends, technologies, and design strategies reshaping the future of senior living. From intergenerational communities and smart home integration to wellness-centered design and affordable housing models, our panel of experts will highlight how stakeholders across the industry can respond to evolving needs and expectations.

Speakers:

• Mary Furlong, CEO, Mary Furlong & Associates, Executive Producer, What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit;
• Amelia Hay, VP, Startup Programming and Investments, AgeTech Collaborative from AARP

After a full day of learning, join us for an exciting evening of speed networking! You’ll have the chance to engage in dynamic conversations with small groups at randomly assigned tables of eight. Table groups will be switched periodically throughout the evening, ensuring you meet a variety of people.

Experts in longevity will look at how AI is being used successfully in this space. 

Introduction: What is the Future of AI and Home Care?

Home care is a labor-intensive business — and labor is increasingly a scarce resource. It’s likely to be more scarce as boomers age into their 80’s and beyond, outpacing the growth of the care workforce. How can AI tools participate appropriately in home care and home healthcare – and why is this the right time for their introduction? Industry analyst Laurie Orlov shares her research with industry executives about this trend and its implications.

Laurie Orlov, Founder, Aging and Health Technology Watch

Deal flow is top-of-mind for 2025 and beyond. Meet the late stage investors in the longevity market and learn what they are looking for in the coming year. They will share trends and insights on who will be the winners and why. You will also learn about the current mergers and acquisitions landscape. This essential panel is a critical “how to” session for any startup company in the longevity market.

Moderators: Mary Furlong, President, Mary Furlong & Associates, and Dan Hermann, President & CEO, Head of Investment Banking, Ziegler

• Mel Barsky, Director, Business Development, Centre For Aging + Brain Health Innovation
• Raissa Hacohen, Managing Partner, Longevity Venture Partners
• Lyne Landry, Co-Founder, AgeTech Capital
• Jane Lindner, Vice President, HM Venture Partners

These companies in the longevity market have successfully developed their product or service and are producing revenue and profitability. The next stage of growth is to provide distribution partners that help scale and build their enterprise. Distribution partners are looking for strategic solutions for home care, healthcare, housing, nonprofit and government. Watch as the companies pitch to the panel, and see which distribution partners are willing to “take a meeting.” 

Presenters

• Gripable 
• GoodBoost
• Amba
• GoGo Grandparent

Mary Furlong, CEO, Mary Furlong & Associates, Executive Producer, What’s Next Longevity Venture Summit