Lake Nona Impact Forum

AI and Biotech: The Convergence Poised to Shape the Future of Healthcare Medium recently covered the Lake Nona Impact Forum, which brings together some of the brightest minds in healthcare, technology, and policy, shaping the future of medicine. This year’s discussions touched on AI, biotechnology, brain-computer interfaces, women’s health, and quantum computing—each playing a critical role in transforming patient care. Key topics from this year’s forum: ?? Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) & AI-driven neurotech ?? The role of AI in drug discovery and regenerative medicine ?? The future of women’s health policy and research ?? Quantum computing’s impact on personalized medicine These conversations are shaping the next wave of healthcare advancements, and we’re excited to be part of the dialogue. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g-ZMt8iu #LNIF25 #HealthInnovation #DigitalHealth #Biotech #FutureofMedicine

From Pioneer to Patient – A Transplant Doctor’s Story ???? Dr. robert montgomery, Chairman & Professor of Surgery at NYU Langone Health, took us through his personal and professional journey — from his own heart transplant to his groundbreaking work in xenotransplantation and the urgent need for solutions to address organ shortages. The Lake Nona Impact Forum was honored to be the first public event to host a powerful conversation with Dr. Montgomery and Towana Looney, the longest-living xenotransplant recipient. They discussed their unique perspectives on the transformative power of organ transplantation and shared how Towana’s successful experience has inspired the first-ever pig organ transplant clinical trial, which will begin this year. ?? “I want you to look at me. If I can do it, the next person can do it.” - Towana Looney Their journeys highlighted how innovation and human connection are central to advancing transplant medicine and saving lives. Thank you, Dr. Montgomery & Towana, for your bravery, vulnerability and tireless work toward innovative solutions in transplantation. #OrganTransplantation #Xenotransplantation #HealthInnovation #TransplantMedicine #LNIF25

Breaking Barriers with Brain Chips: The Future of Human Potential At #LNIF25, we witnessed firsthand how brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) push the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare and human performance. From revolutionizing neurotechnology to offering new hope for mental health and neurodegenerative diseases, this session sparked big conversations about the future. ?? BCIs are no longer science fiction — they’re transforming lives today. Marcus Gerhardt, Co-founder & CEO of Blackrock Neurotech interviewed Nathan Copeland, Brain Computer Interface Research Pioneer, Blackrock Neurotech, about his experience with his brain computer implant. ?? "The very first BCI pioneer was in 2006, and today, we're on about 46 or 47. I don't think any of the discoveries of the last 10 years would have been possible without a human agreeing to do this. You can research this in models, animals, and non-human primates. That tends to be the transition, but at the end of the day, without being in the human brain, you will not discover the things we have discovered in the last 15 years." -Marcus Gerhardt The intersection of innovation, ethics and impact has never been more exciting. How do you see BCIs shaping the future of healthcare and beyond? #LNIF25 #Neurotech #BrainComputerInterface #HealthInnovation #FutureOfWellness

The GLP-1 Shift: Where Science Meets Lifestyle #LNIF25! The conversation around GLP-1 medications is evolving rapidly, and last week, industry leaders discussed their life-changing potential — from treating obesity and diabetes to emerging benefits that could reshape healthcare. ?? Approximately 26.2 million adults in the United States are undergoing treatment for type 2 diabetes. Around 5.1 million (19.4%) are using GLP-1's. Usage of these medications has been steadily rising — increasing from 5.2% to 9.9% between 2018 and 2022 among U.S. adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity. With John F. Crowley, President & CEO of Biotechnology Innovation Organization, leading the discussion, this session explored how science and lifestyle intersect to drive better health outcomes and long-term well-being. #LNIF25 #HealthTech #InnovationInHealthcare #FutureOfWellness

The Lake Nona Impact Forum just wrapped up, and from all accounts, it was packed with game-changing conversations about the future of health and wellness. This year’s lineup included President George W. Bush, Daymond John, Mark Cuban, and a powerhouse group of innovators tackling everything from AI in healthcare to mental health, longevity, and resilience. One of the standout moments? Dr. David Agus, Founding CEO of the Ellison Medical Institute, gave a fascinating talk on how AI is reshaping medicine—making patient care smarter and more personalized. With millions struggling to get quality rest, companies like ours, SleepScore Labs and Sleep.AI are using tech to bring smarter diagnostics and real-time solutions to the table. The big takeaway from this year’s forum? The way we approach wellness is evolving faster than ever, and AI is playing a huge role in that shift. Exciting times ahead! #LakeNonaImpactForum #AIinHealthcare #SleepTech

Breaking Barriers & Reaching for the Stars ? #LNIF25 Last week, we were honored to hear from Anousheh Ansari, PhD, a true pioneer in space exploration, innovation and leadership. As the CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation and the first female private space explorer, her journey is a testament to the power of curiosity, resilience and dreaming big. ?? "But as technology goes, it's always how we use them. It's not the technology that is good or bad, it's how we use them and how prepared we are. A lot of lines are being blurred now, and a lot of lines are crossing. So we have very difficult questions to answer." Her story reminds us that the impossible is just the starting line — whether in space, science or solving the world’s greatest challenges. #LNIF25 #SpaceToInspire #Innovation #BreakingBarriers

Last week KPMG US hosted the annual Lake Nona Impact Forum at #KPMGLakehouse. The Lake Nona Impact Forum brings together some of the brightest minds in health, wellness, and medical innovation. This year's event featured speakers from the nation’s top universities, hospitals, and research institutions who discussed topics driving positive impact in the healthcare sector, such as AI, quantum computing, gene editing, and health equity. Key speakers included President George W Bush, basketball and business legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Oracle CEO Safra Katz, Mark Cuban, NIH President Julie Gerberding, Kennedy Forum Co-founder Patrick J. Kennedy, 4x Grammy Award winner SEAL, Sanjay Gupta, Deepak Chopra, Innovator Dean Kamen, and our own KPMG Chairman Paul Knopp, KPMG Deputy Chair and COO Laura Newinski, and KPMG Sector Leader for Healthcare Ashraf (Ash) Shehata. The forum underscores the importance of collaboration and innovation in addressing the most pressing challenges in healthcare today. I’m looking forward to seeing how these advancements will shape the future of healthcare! #LNIF25 #Healthcare #MedicalInnovation #Wellness #AI

Our team left the Lake Nona Impact Forum feeling empowered, inspired, and deeply optimistic. The event highlighted the remarkable advancements in healthcare innovation and underscored our collective responsibility to shape its future. Our team—including Kellie Bliss, Nicole Turner, Jim Porter, Molly Lane, Patrick McGloin, and our CEO Stephanie Trunzo—shared these key insights: ?AI is revolutionizing medicine by enabling tools like DeepMind’s AlphaFold to map 200M protein structures and creating breakthroughs in oncology and immunology. A standout moment: an AI-created drug molecule in just 46 days, compared to years with traditional methods. ?Women’s health requires more attention. The event highlighted critical gaps in clinical research and the need to address how environmental factors and biology intersect to impact autoimmune diseases. ?Public health depends on unity and truth. Leaders discussed combating misinformation and the role of global organizations like the WHO in equitable care and pandemic defense. ?From lifespan to healthspan. The shift toward extending healthy years was punctuated by the launch of a $100M Healthspan XPRIZE to drive advancements in longevity research. Through it all, a common theme emerged: collaboration fuels progress. The forum reinforced the vital role MERGE plays in driving innovation and empowering patients. Reach out to explore how we can work together to create impactful solutions: https://okt.to/dPHQmK. #LNIF25

What an amazing time at the Lake Nona Impact Forum! So many important collaborative conversations across healthcare, education, government, and technology experts and leaders - I’m inspired for what the future holds as we come together to move forward! #kpmgproud #LNIF25

Heartfelt thanks to our Lake Nona Impact Forum presenting sponsor KPMG US. The collaboration is deeply meaningful and creates the ideal experience for our guests. #LNIF25