The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu #514 The Longevity Economy: Jon Sabes on Healthspan, Wealthspan, and Aging Well
In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, I sit down with Jon Sabes, Founder & CEO of Longevity FP, serial entrepreneur, and author of Healthy Wealthy Longevity. We explore how the intersection of health, wealth, and technology is reshaping our future. From the basics of extending healthspan to the economic implications of an aging population, Jon shares practical wisdom and groundbreaking insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in living longer — and better.
📌 Key Takeaways
• Why longevity is the missing piece in financial planning.
• How healthspan and wealthspan must align for a fulfilling life.
• The basics of longevity — movement, nutrition, purpose, and connection.
• Journaling as a tool for focus, clarity, and stress reduction.
• The rise of the longevity economy and opportunities for entrepreneurs.
• How AI and wearables will transform financial services and healthcare.
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🎧 What You’ll Learn
• How to prepare financially for a longer life expectancy.
• The role of purpose and human connection in aging well.
• Practical daily habits to extend both healthspan and wealthspan.
• Why entrepreneurs must treat health as the antidote to stress.
• The macro-trends driving growth in the global longevity economy.
👤 About the Guest
Jon Sabes is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Longevity Financial Partners (Longevity FP). With a career rooted in financial services and life insurance, Jon has become a leading voice on how longevity science impacts financial planning, retirement, and human well-being. He is also the author of Healthy Wealthy Longevity: The Good Things in Life for as Long as Possible.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-sabes-14368257/
Episode Highlights (Timestamps)
00:02 — How Jon transitioned from financial services into longevity science
00:06 — Why retirement planning is broken and the real “magic number” for savings
00:10 — Healthspan vs. lifespan: why the difference matters
00:14 — The Blue Zones and the fundamentals of longevity
00:18 — Stress, entrepreneurship, and why movement is medicine
00:22 — Journaling as a tool for clarity and resilience
00:29 — The risks of ignoring health and self-care in pursuit of success
00:34 — Rethinking wealth and happiness beyond money
00:38 — The longevity economy: a massive demographic shift
00:42 — AI, wearables, and the future of financial services
00:46 — Final thoughts: preparing for a longer, healthier, wealthier life