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Lake Nona Impact Forum, 9801 Lake Nona Blvd, Orlando, FL (2025)

08/28/2025

AdventHealth Lake Nona is officially rising.

As a founding partner of the Lake Nona Impact Forum, we are proud to see AdventHealth contribute to innovation and community health in the heart of Lake Nona’s health ecosystem.

The structure is now complete, and interior walls are being placed as we prepare to open a truly next-generation medical center in one of the nation’s most innovative communities. More than just a hospital, this facility represents a leap forward in how healthcare is designed, delivered, and experienced.

August 7th marked a major milestone in this journey with a topping-out celebration, honoring the hard work, vision, and progress behind the build.

The moment celebrated what’s ahead and who we’re building for.

This is a commitment to proactive, personalized, whole-person care that meets our community where it’s going.

08/21/2025

"Art heals the wounds inflicted by reason."

In 2019, Alice L. Walton joined a panel at the Lake Nona Impact Forum to discuss how art can transform health and bring empathy to healing. Six years later, that vision became a reality.

The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) welcomed its first class of students in Bentonville, Arkansas. Walton is covering full tuition for the first five graduating classes, and her goal is to reimagine the medical education system by centering its learnings on whole person care through mental health, lifestyle, nutrition, environment, and preventive medicine.

The students are spending time in healing gardens, teaching farms, and art galleries alongside their traditional medical science training. The curriculum includes exercises in portrait drawing and art observation to strengthen empathy, attention, and communication skills.

🔗 Read the full article: https://time.com/7303692/alice-walton-school-of-medicine-new-medical-school/

08/20/2025

"The knowledge of death is so terrifying that we live most of our lives in denial of it"

At the 2025 Lake Nona Impact Forum, Nobel laureate Venki Ramakrishnan joined The Economist's Matt Kaplan for a conversation on aging, longevity, and the uncomfortable truth about our mortality.

The discussion built on Ramakrishnan's recent book, Why We Die, which takes a grounded, scientific perspective on what we really know about aging, and what is only speculation.

Readers are exposed to the current state of longevity science: caloric restriction, senescent cell therapies, stem cells, telomeres, and the role of AI in identifying new pathways. But he's clear about what's real.

So far, there is no proven intervention that directly extends human lifespan. But there are a few that consistently work: sleep, exercise, and diet.

Ramakrishnan's perspective is a blend of science, honesty, and humility. A timely reminder that science doesn't just move us forward, but helps us ask better questions.

🔗 Read the full article: https://www.theweek.in/health/cover/2025/07/26/venki-ramakrishnan-ageing-science-why-we-die.html

08/14/2025

The comeback queen of skiing is not done yet.

Lindsey Vonn’s career has always been defined by power, precision, and persistence. From her first turns on Buck Hill in Minnesota to 82 World Cup wins, four overall titles, and Olympic gold, she has shown what it means to push limits and rewrite what is possible.

After multiple surgeries and a 2019 retirement, Vonn returned to the slopes in 2024 with a titanium knee and something to prove. She earned top finishes in Super-G and downhill, showing the world that legacy is not only built on wins but on what it takes to come back.

Her recent return is not just about competition. It is a statement about aging, reinvention, and mental strength. At a time when most athletes are expected to step away quietly, Vonn is showing up stronger and more focused than ever.

A past Lake Nona Impact Forum speaker, her presence reflects many of the values that have shaped the Forum’s conversations over the years: resilience, longevity, mindset, and performance under pressure.

Lindsey Vonn continues to lead by example for not only skiers, but for anyone redefining their limits.

🔗 Read the full article: https://www.redbull.com/us-en/celebrating-lindsey-vonn

08/12/2025

"We go farther when we go together." - Dr. Astronaut Peggy Whitson

Peggy Whitson completed her fifth mission to space, commanding Axiom Space's Ax-4 mission and extending her record to 695 cumulative days in orbit; the most of any American astronaut.

Together, she & the crew conducted more than 60 experiments representing the scientific interests of over 30 nations. From studying how the brain adapts in microgravity to exploring crop growth in inhospitable conditions and managing diabetes in space, the work was groundbreaking.

To Peggy, this mission was a celebration of unity and national pride, a moment where people from entirely different paths worked side by side to do something extraordinary. As she said, “We trained across continents, across cultures and across time zones. But when it mattered most, we moved as one.”

That spirit was on full display earlier at the 2024 Lake Nona Impact Forum, where Peggy spoke about international collaboration, scientific progress, and what it means to lead with intention and humility. Her words then, and now, remind us that the future belongs to those willing to reach for it together.

Congratulations to Dr. Whitson and the Ax-4 crew on a mission that continues to inspire.

🔗 Read the full article: https://www.radioiowa.com/2025/08/01/astronaut-whitson-reflects-on-successes-of-axiom-4-mission/

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07/29/2025

In a recent episode of CNN’s Chasing Life podcast, Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Dr. Robert Montgomery dive into the transformative potential of psychedelics in mental health care, exploring how substances like psilocybin and M**A could help alleviate depression, PTSD, and more.

Both doctors brought this same spirit of innovation and vulnerability to the 2025 Lake Nona Impact Forum.

Dr. Montgomery took the stage for “From Pioneer to Patient: A Transplant Doctor’s Story,” reflecting on his groundbreaking work in xenotransplantation and his personal journey as a heart transplant recipient.

Dr. Gupta moderated two pivotal conversations: “Beyond the Emperor: Mukherjee’s Next Chapter in Medicine” and “Breaking Barriers with Brain Chips: A Conversation on Innovation and Impact.” His ability to translate complexity into clarity continues to inspire action across disciplines.

Together, their insights offer a profound look at what happens when cutting-edge science meets deep humanity.

🎧 Listen to their full conversation here:
https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/chasing-life/episodes/b4f63db0-37bb-11ef-8219-0fe61786c9aa

07/24/2025

Led by Vardit Ravitsky, PhD, President & CEO of The Hastings Center for Bioethics, a recent conference in partnership with Cedars-Sinai explored one of the most pressing questions in modern medicine: How do we build trust and ensure accountability in the age of AI?

""AI in Healthcare: Trust and Accountability"" brought together thought leaders to examine artificial intelligence's ethical, legal, and societal implications in medicine. Discussions ranged from AI's potential to reduce health inequities and detect disease earlier to the growing need for guardrails around privacy, voice biometrics, and deepfake risks.

Dr. Ravitsky also joined the 2025 Lake Nona Impact Forum as a featured speaker in the session ""The Bioethical Landscape: Balancing Innovation and Integrity in Biotechnology,"" advancing a crucial dialogue around responsible innovation at the highest levels.

As AI accelerates across healthcare, centering patient trust and ethical design has never been more important.

🔗 Read the full takeaways:
https://www.thehastingscenter.org/news/ai-in-healthcare-trust-and-accountability-takeaways-from-our-conference/

07/22/2025

In this episode of the My Legacy Podcast, former U.S. Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy and his wife, educator and mental health advocate Amy Kennedy share a deeply personal conversation about transforming pain into purpose. They discuss their journey through mental health challenges, addiction, and the power of vulnerability in building a legacy rooted in truth and healing. This candid dialogue offers insights into the importance of breaking generational silence and advocating for mental health parity.

We were pleased to host them both at the 2025 Lake Nona Impact Forum for the session ""Hope Ahead: A Vision for Positive Mental Health Transformation,"" where they discussed the intersection of mental health, corporate leadership, and education.

🔗 Listen to the full episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/patrick-kennedy-plus-one-building-a-new-kennedy/id1790190727?i=1000708290259

07/21/2025

As presenting sponsor of the 2025 Lake Nona Impact Forum, KPMG U.S. helped convene bold thinkers shaping the future of health, tech, and AI. Their leadership didn’t stop there.

By backing the 2025 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship with a record $12M purse, KPMG is setting a new standard for excellence and equity in women’s sports, a visible symbol of what it means to invest in all areas of potential.

From fairways to frameworks, KPMG is championing purpose-driven innovation, ensuring that the future we’re building in AI, business, and leadership is one where women rise alongside progress.

🎥 See how KPMG is advancing excellence in women’s golf with KPMG Deputy Chair and COO Newinski: https://www.nbcsports.com/watch/golf-central/how-kpmg-is-bringing-excellence-to-womens-pga-championship-womens-golf

07/15/2025

From Floor Mattress to Fortune

Mark Cuban’s journey from a “nasty” shared apartment to a $5.7 billion net worth is a masterclass in resilience, strength, and the long view on success.

At 24, recently fired and sleeping on the floor with five roommates, he didn’t take a single vacation for seven years while building his first company, MicroSolutions. Eventually selling it for $6 million, Mark has launched a career that’s redefined entrepreneurship and tech across the world.

His mindset hasn’t changed. Today, he's urging the next generation to double down on understanding AI inside and out.

“If I was 16, 18, 20, 21 starting today, I would spend every waking minute learning about AI,” he says.

Whether you're launching your first startup or reimagining a legacy industry, Cuban’s story is a reminder that breakthroughs are built one intense, intentional day at a time.

💡Check out the Fortune article:
https://fortune.com/2025/06/16/billionaire-mark-cuban-broke-no-vacation-roommates-work-ethic-fired/

07/10/2025

Dr. Deepak Chopra delves into the intersection of consciousness and artificial intelligence in this Bonus Drop from the My Legacy Podcast.

He explores how embracing the present moment, the ""now,"" can be a gateway to deeper awareness and how AI might serve as a bridge to ancient wisdom. This episode offers a compelling blend of spirituality and science, prompting listeners to consider the evolving relationship between humanity and technology.

We were enlightend by his guided mediatation sessions and his discussion on the ""The Awakened Life"" at the 2025 Lake Nona Impact Forum.

🔗 Tune in to this thought-provoking conversation recorded at the KPMG U.S. Lakehouse in Lake Nona: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-drop-deepak-chopra-on-consciousness-and-ai/id1790190727?i=1000705677105

07/08/2025

We’re celebrating a history-making launch as Astronaut Peggy Whitson, America’s most experienced astronaut and a past Lake Nona Impact Forum speaker, returned to space on June 25th as the commander of the international Ax-4 mission to the International Space Station.

Leading a crew from India, Poland, and Hungary, Dr. Whitson continues to expand the boundaries of human exploration. This is her fourth spaceflight and second with Axiom Space, holding the record for the most cumulative days in space by a U.S. astronaut – 675!

Peggy’s insights on the Lake Nona Forum stage were awe-inspiring, as she emphasized the advancing international science and education in orbit. Peggy exemplifies the spirit of bold, boundary-pushing innovation that drives meaningful impact. She named the spacecraft Grace, a reflection of her deep love for space and her belief in humanity’s potential to grow, thrive, and reach new frontiers together.

We are proud to celebrate her achievements and the global collaboration this mission represents. Join us in cheering on Peggy and the Ax-4 crew as they carry out critical research and educational outreach on behalf of 31 nations.

🔗 Read the CBS News article:
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/spacex-peggy-whitson-astronaut-axiom-space-station/

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