The Alcor Podcast Big Changes at Alcor
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Dec 13, 2024 
James Arrowood, CEO of Alcor Life Extension Foundation, shares exciting developments at Alcor, as they embark on their largest expansion yet. He discusses strategic hiring to enhance team capabilities, including key roles in research and emergency response. The conversation highlights new initiatives aimed at improving member services and the impact of international outreach into Canada and Europe. Arrowood emphasizes the importance of community support and donations to drive Alcor's mission and innovate future cryonics research.
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Cryonics Faces Unique Challenges
- Alcor is tackling unique challenges in cryonics that require ongoing improvement and adaptation.
- Scientific progress in this field is gradual and requires persistent experimentation over decades or even centuries.
Communicate Only When Ready
- Share information about organizational changes only when plans have solid footing to avoid raising premature expectations.
- Actively improve communication to provide hope and engagement, especially in nonprofit contexts.
Internal Team Improves Service
- Bringing core capabilities like recovery in-house improves speed, quality, and control over member services.
- Reliance on contractors limits responsiveness, necessitating team expansion and internal resources.