Unveiling the Finalists of the $10,000 AI Business Plan Competition at Longevity Venture Summit 2025

Exciting Finalists of the $10,000 Business Plan Competition

On June 3, 2025, in Lafayette, California, Mary Furlong Associates unveiled the five standout finalists competing for a $10,000 prize in this year’s business plan competition at the Longevity Venture Summit. The central theme binding these finalists is none other than Artificial Intelligence (AI), aimed specifically at improving the quality of life for older adults.

Among the 48 entrepreneurial entries submitted for consideration, these five finalists have been meticulously selected based on their innovative use of AI technologies to cater to seniors' healthcare and lifestyle needs. The culmination of this competition will be held during the What's Next Longevity Venture Summit on June 10-11 at the prestigious Claremont Resort in Berkeley, California.

Mary Furlong, the producer of the conference, emphasizes the ongoing challenge set for entrepreneurs, stating, "For over two decades, we have encouraged innovators to develop solutions that assist elderly individuals in managing the hurdles associated with aging into their 80s and beyond." This year’s focus is particularly on improving healthcare delivery, enhancing mobility, preventing falls, and more effective long-term care cost management. Many previous winners of this competition have further triumphed in national longevity challenges and have secured funding offers from multiple investors.

Meet the Finalists

1. Cairns (Sunnyvale, California) - Founded by Andrew Ritter, Cairns aims to enhance healthcare access through conversational AI. This innovative approach connects care teams and engages patients directly in their communities, providing critical support via remote monitoring, voice reminders, symptom assessments, and behavioral nudges. Ritter, with his extensive experience in healthcare technology, is well-equipped to lead this initiative.

2. CareAlly (Plano, Texas) - Co-founded by health tech veteran Ernie Ianace, CareAlly offers an AI-driven platform that automates care coordination in senior living environments. By streamlining documentation and providing staff support, this innovation not only improves outcomes for residents but also alleviates the operational burdens faced by care providers. Ianace’s background features multiple successful exits, showcasing his expertise in building impactful health technology ventures.

3. Kinis.ai (Richmond, Virginia) - At the helm of Kinis.ai is Vincent Vu, who has developed the world's first AI-powered balance health platform. This breakthrough integrates movement assessments with personalized care plans to enhance mobility and promote long-term wellness among adults over 50. Vu's rich experience in health tech and engineering positions him to make significant advancements in preventive healthcare.

4. Lexi (Boston, Massachusetts) - Lexi is pioneering real-time medical interpretation capabilities, allowing seamless communication between healthcare providers and patients across different languages. Founders Linh Pham and Siddharth UR, both of whom are associated with Harvard University, aim to bridge the language gap in medical settings, improving the care experience for non-English speaking patients.

5. Mindr (San Francisco Bay Area) - Ariana Myers co-founded Mindr, a digital platform that combines AI technology and human coaching to deliver tailored interventions for college lifestyles. The product is aimed at reducing the risk or delaying the onset of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Myers brings a wealth of knowledge from her health tech endeavors and a rigorous understanding of scientific market needs.

Expert Judging Panel

The judging for the competition includes an esteemed panel of industry experts: Mel Barsky from CABHI Ventures, Christine Brocato representing CommonSpirit Health, Tiffany Yu from 7wire Ventures, Dan Hermann of Zeigler, Aileen Lee of Cowboy Ventures, and Amelia Hay affiliated with the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP. Their combined experience and insights will ensure that the final decision is made with a comprehensive understanding of the longevity market's most pressing needs.

For anyone eager to witness the innovative solutions these finalists have to offer, registration for the Longevity Venture Summit is open. Explore the future of aging and healthcare at LongevityVentureSummit.com.