Cross-Sector
Expertise
academia . industry . government .
We cross-walk tactical frameworks, industry approaches, + revenue models.
Our cross-cutting methods promote efficiency, reduce duplication, eliminate bottlenecks—unlocking innovation with demonstrated return on investment.
Unexpected opportunities lie within cross-sector partnerships.
Let’s move faster, smarter, together.
Design for Longevity
Longevity design is essential for any healthspan business because it ensures that products and services are best positioned for the future state of a modern market. Consumer trends expect prioritization of age-inclusivity and sustainability as a part of the picture, and our model, The Age-Friendly Design Thinking Approach™, is designed to match those trends and drive product-market-fit.
Who Needs Longevity Design Services?
Academic + Research Institutions: Academic systems are an integral part of longevity design, as their studies and programs contribute applied research to assist in real-world design of healthy communities. We can help you build the right team with government and industry customers and pave the way to go-to-market strategies for your innovative data-backed solutions.
Startups + Entrepreneurs: Healthspan businesses need longevity design to ensure best health outcomes for individuals and communities. We can help identify and address blind spots in product design and client service, improving customer satisfaction and business growth.
Small- + Medium-Sized Enterprises: Companies looking to improve employee health and productivity can invest in the longevity of their workforce through corporate wellness programs that address the diverse needs of their workforce at every age and every stage of working life. This can lead to a healthier, more engaged, and productive workforce. We are here to help.
HealthTech + AgeTech Firms: Use longevity design strategies to ensure your products are accessible and beneficial across the lifespan. This planning investment can drive the market expansion you seek and we can help. Contact us for expert consulting for product design, product management, and customer success.
Investors + Venture Capitalists: Investors can’t evaluate the viability and potential of business models without a clear understanding of the longevity market. With our longevity market expertise and leadership in large systems design, you can be confident that your investments are sound and aligned with shifting market trends.
Nonprofit Organizations: Entities dedicated to health and aging need to leverage dollars to maximize impact and social return on investment. We can lead your strategic planning process, help with program design, and build a foundation for sustainable stakeholder engagement so you can focus on serving your mission. We are experts in the landscape and can help you achieve quicker outcomes while building a foundation of lasting community health.
Public-Private Partnerships: All agencies focused on public health are tasked with the design and implementation of policies and programs that promote healthspan for everyone. We will work with you for more effective interventions through your B2G strategy, better resource government allocations, and improved population health outcomes in the current moment. We are seasoned at navigating through shifting policy funding and semantic standards.
Business Modeling
Business modeling involves the design of a business framework. It outlines how value is defined, created, and delivered, i.e. value creation. This process includes defining key elements such as target markets, value propositions, revenue streams, cost structures, and key activities and resources. Business models clarify and optimize strategy to drive impact, including end-to-end project goals and operational frameworks.
Who Needs Business Modeling services?
Academic + Research Institutions: University research and tech transfer departments benefit from a strategic lens that business modeling can provide, helping move research from ideation to productization. Engage with us in strategic planning to address challenges in stakeholder engagement with industry and government. We help develop strategies for partner identification and engagement, as well as go-to-market strategies to bring your cutting-edge research advancements into real-world applications.
Startups + Entrepreneurs: We help refine ideation, identify market opportunities, and develop strategic plans to ensure sustainable growth. Engage with us to identify market opportunities, define risks and competitive advantages, and create actionable plans to achieve early success.
Small- + Medium-Sized Enterprises: Companies looking to innovate or pivot their business strategies need to reassess and redesign their business models. This is especially important when entering new markets, launching new products, or navigating industry disruptions. We can help through external quality reviews with the expertise to identify fresh strategies to accelerate growth.
HealthTech + AgeTech Firms: In sectors with rapid innovation and regulatory complexities, such as healthspan and the longevity market, businesses need specialized knowledge to develop models that address unique regulatory, market, and technological challenges. We assist in navigating these complexities, optimizing research and development, market entry strategies, and compliance with evolving regulatory requirements — such as AI and rapidly shifting funding models.
Investors + Venture Capitalists: Investors must evaluate the viability and potential of business models before committing funds. This ensures that their investments are sound and aligned with shifting market trends. We can build a clear, achievable roadmap for growth and profitability.
Nonprofits Organizations: Nonprofits require effective business models to maximize their impact and efficiency. We can assist in developing sector-specific models that balance mission fulfillment with financial sustainability, including creation of bylaws, board books, processes, and procedures. Contact us for your next board retreat.
Boards of Directors + Executive Teams: Leadership teams and boards require strategic planning to ensure organizational alignment and to make informed decisions. We provide an unbiased external analysis and facilitate consensus-building among stakeholders both internal and external.
Public-Private Partnerships: Having trouble seeing the forest for the B2G trees? We offer public-private partnerships an external perspective on value creation strategies with 360 degree view of your complex ecosystem. Large systems architecture is our specialty, and we can help you design sustainable, collaborative business models for long-term success.
Fractional C-Suite Services
Fractional C-Suite positions are executive roles filled on a part-time, interim, or project basis. Fractional executives bring high-level expertise and leadership skill to organizations, providing an external quality lens and tactical operational oversight.
Who Needs Fractional C-Suite Services?
Startups + Entrepreneurs: We provide the high-level expertise without the cost of full-time executives. Get bespoke access to experienced leaders to drive impact through sprints.
Small- + Medium-Sized Enterprises: Businesses experiencing rapid growth benefit from short-term executive leadership. We help navigate this growth phase, implementing systems and processes, and scale operations effectively during short sprints. Organizations undergoing mergers, acquisitions, or significant restructuring also benefit from fractional executives who provide continuity, and strategic direction during periods of change. We can help with culture stability through this process.
HealthTech + AgeTech Firms: We are experts in small, agile, fast-paced teams. No matter your company stage, contact us for insights into operations, business design, product design, product management, customer success, and revenue roadmaps. We know the internal and external market demands—let us help guide your success.
Nonprofits Organizations: Fractional leadership enhances strategic planning and operations without significantly increasing overhead for organizations on tight budgets. We’re here to help.
Benefits of Fractional C-Suite Services
Cost Efficiency: Access to experienced executives without the full-time cost.
Flexibility: Tailored engagement based on your needs and timelines.
Expertise: High-level strategic and operational insights from healthspan professionals.
Scalability: Ability to scale executive involvement up or down as needed.
Objective Perspective: Fresh, unbiased insights from external longevity leaders.