AgeTech Collaborative - GeoCities Edition

Leading the charge toward the future of AgeTech

The AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP® brings together a one-of-a-kind ecosystem of key stakeholders, united in their mission to improve people’s lives as they age. Through our startup accelerator program, expert guidance, pilot testing, and connection opportunities, every part of the collaborative is designed to help participants achieve their goals.

What is AgeTech?

AgeTech is a growing category of technology solutions designed to meet the needs of the world’s aging population. These include products, services, and experiences across industries that aim to make the process of aging easier, from HealthTech and mobility aids to artificial intelligence and robotics.

The AgeTech Collaborative ecosystem

We’re bringing together the leaders at the forefront of the $45 trillion global longevity market:

Startups

Visionary startups focused on improving the lives of the 50+ can gain access to valuable insights, find community, and potentially connect with investors, enterprises and testbeds. Learn More

Investors

Institutions, venture capital firms and other investors get the opportunity to see what’s next and invest early in a growing portfolio of vetted AgeTech startups. Learn More

Enterprises

Leading brands can stake their claim in the high-growth AgeTech arena, increasing the value of their brand through collaborative opportunities with startups, testbeds, and industry experts. Learn More

Testbeds

Organizations looking to offer a pilot environment for startups gain early access to innovative solutions and help guide the next wave of AgeTech innovation with their unique insights. Learn More

Business Services

Companies with a product or service appealing to early-stage startups can grow their business and client base while helping accelerate the growth of these promising businesses. Learn More

FAQs

Is this restricted to AgeTech solutions only?
Yes, our work aligns with the strategic initiatives of AARP, which means we are looking for startups with technological solutions that empower people to choose how they live as they age. As a mission-driven organization, we don’t ask for fees or equity to join the program. We amplify startups who are aligned with our mission, therefore your success is our success.

If I join, what are the expectations?
Our hope is that you engage with other participants. That can be done through communicating with startups, attending events, and generally being active within the community.

How do I apply to join the AgeTech Collaborative?
We are so glad you are interested in joining! If you are a startup, please note that the AgeTech Collaborative is currently only available to startups who have graduated from the AgeTech Collaborative Accelerator program. Check out our startup page to learn more about how to engage with us. If you are interested in joining as an investor, testbed, business service, or industry leader, please apply here.

How many portfolio companies do you have?
You can view our growing AgeTech Collaborative Startup Portfolio in our startup directory.

Does it cost anything to join?
While there is currently no fee associated with joining the AgeTech Collaborative, we do ask that our participants engage with others in the community by attending events and communicating in our forums.

My organization is already in the AgeTech Collaborative™ but I do not have an account yet. How do I log in?
If your organization is already part of the AgeTech Collaborative, ask your primary contact to send you an invitation to join. If you do not know who the primary contact is, email us at info@agetechcollaborative.org.

Meet the team

The AgeTech Collaborative is made up of inspiring early adopters at the forefront of AgeTech innovation:

Andy Miller	SVP, AARP Innovation Labs
Rick Robinson	VP & GM, AgeTech Collaborative
Amelia Hay	VP, Startup Programming
Deborah Jordan	Senior Director, Design Thinking & Marketing
Sasha Spellman	Director, Collaborative Engagement
Aurelie Cornett	Director, Startup Collaboration
Amy Shroads	Director, Startup Program
Donna Rynex	Director, Finance Ops & Investments
Mary Byrnes	Director, Events & Programming
Steven Perdue	Business Development Advisor
Liv Tomaszewski	Account Manager
Mrunal Aras	Design Thinking Manager
Elisabeth Pendergrass	Marketing Manager
Callie Jacobs	Startup Portfolio Manager
Stephanie A. Davis	Senior Business Unit
Michael Pabst	Technical Product Manager
Nhu Nguyen	Innovation Programming & Events Manager
Jessica Nguyen	Startup Portfolio Manager
Elise Downes	Community Programming Manager
Marco DiGirolomo	Account Manager
David Lange	Account Manager
Andrea Acosta	Innovation Programming & Events Manager
Roza Vasileva	Startup Portfolio Manager