8:15-9:15 a.m

4-D. International Perspectives on Technology and Innovation

Populations around the globe are aging rapidly, and providers of aging services have much to learn from their colleagues in other countries as we all prepare for projected demographic shifts. During this session, the Global Ageing Network will bring together a diverse group of providers to discuss the future aging services in their respective countries with a particular focus on the role of technology. Hear how the global field of aging services is influenced by the evolving preferences of older persons and the capacity of governments to support needed initiatives. Discover how technology and business innovators are responding to global aging with creative solutions that promise to help build a better and more sustainable future for older adults across the globe.

• Gregor Rae, Chairman, BusinessLab & Founder, Active Age
• Katie Thorn, Project Lead, Digital Care Hub (formerly Digital Social Care)
• Jon-Bendik Thue, Chief Commercial Officer, Sensio