We’re living longer, working longer, and rethinking what it means to age. From the science of longevity and healthy aging to changing perceptions of retirement, there’s a lot more to the conversation than simply counting birthdays!

Today’s leading aging keynote speakers are exploring the research, discoveries, and societal changes shaping our future. Whether they’re uncovering the secrets of the world’s longest-lived communities, examining the science behind longevity, or challenging traditional ideas about aging, these experts bring fascinating perspectives to the stage.

Meet the Experts Changing the Aging Conversation

Maye Musk is a bestselling author, international supermodel, registered dietitian, and voice on aging and resilience. With a career spanning more than five decades and experience building businesses across three continents, she shares insights on wellness, ambition, and the power of reinvention at every age. She’s also the mother of entrepreneur Elon Musk.

Maddy Dychtwald is a global futurist, award-winning author, and co-founder and president of Age Wave. For nearly four decades, she has explored how increasing longevity and an aging population are transforming our lives. Her work examines the opportunities and challenges of aging, health, wellness, retirement, and the growing influence of the 50-plus population.

Ken Dychtwald is a futurist, psychologist, gerontologist, documentary filmmaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling author. With more than 45 years of experience studying the implications of the age wave, he explores how longer lifespans are transforming healthcare, marketing, the economy, and the workforce. He is also the founder and CEO of Age Wave.

Kien Vuu, MD, also known as Doctor V, is a physician, human and organizational longevity and performance expert, founder of VuuMD Performance and Longevity, and assistant clinical professor of medicine at UCLA. He is passionate about elevating human potential and helping people improve their health and performance.

Dr. Rhonda Patrick is a biomedical scientist, CEO and co-founder of FoundMyFitness, and associate scientist at FARI. With a PhD in biomedical science and extensive research experience in aging, cancer, and nutrition, she explores how nutrition, genetics, and lifestyle factors influence health and longevity.

Bill Gifford is an author, magazine writer, and editor focusing on health and athletic performance. He is the coauthor of the number-one bestseller Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity with Dr. Peter Attia. A veteran longform journalist, Bill writes and speaks about longevity, the future of medicine, extraordinary athletes, and innovative businesses.

Dan Buettner is an explorer, National Geographic Fellow, award-winning journalist and producer, and New York Times bestselling author. He discovered the five places around the world known as Blue Zones, where people live the longest, healthiest lives. Today, he works with municipal governments, large employers, and health insurance companies to implement Blue Zones Projects and bring healthier lifestyles to communities and workplaces.

Nick Buettner is the Community and Corporate Program Director at Blue Zones, a national speaker, Blue Zones expedition member, and ed-tech innovator. He leads the development and implementation of Blue Zones Projects in communities and corporate sites. Over the past 20 years, Nick has led 17 expeditions across six continents, including three to Blue Zones locations.

Dr. John La Puma is a board-certified internist, trained chef, and two-time New York Times bestselling author. An expert in longevity and healthy aging for more than 20 years, he co-founded ChefMD and is considered the founder of Culinary Medicine, now taught in approximately 80% of U.S. medical schools. He shares how food choices and nature-based interventions can help improve healthspan and longevity.

Bring a New Perspective on Aging and Wellness to Your Next Event

Aging is changing how we live, work, and think about the future. From longevity research and healthy lifestyle strategies to the economic and workplace implications of an aging population, these experts offer valuable insights for audiences across industries.

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