Reflections on the Longevity Economy
The "longevity economy" is more than just a trend. Analysts estimate its value at as much as $27 trillion, and view it as a fundamental reshaping of society, work, and life itself. As we move beyond the linear "education, occupation, relaxation" model of life, societies all over the world need to engage with this change and its implications for their citizens. Longevity itself has many facets expressed in many different ways, but what does all of this mean in practice? Below is an exploration of four areas of life touched by longevity and the fundamental changes to well-established assumptions that must be made in order to address the needs of changing populations everywhere.
Amevida Profile: Chip Conley
Chip Conley is an entrepreneur, hospitality trailblazer, and best-selling author of seven books on life, business, spirituality, and more. His professional accomplishments include revolutionizing the boutique hotel industry and helping Airbnb become the global brand it is today.
In 2018, Conley took on another challenge - changing the conversation around aging. He founded the Modern Elder Academy (MEA) with the goal of reframing midlife and beyond as a time of potential, not limits. MEA and its teachings emphasize that, for older adults, this phase of life is one in which there is immense scope for growth as well as an opportunity to redefine one’s purpose.