Max Zamkow
is the Managing Partner at Third
Act Ventures, an early-stage venture firm investing in AgeTech
- technology for older adults and their caregivers. Third Act
Ventures invests in founders revolutionizing aging, and is the only
firm investing across the entire spectrum of AgeTech.
A century ago we didn't expect to make it to 60, but now we're
surviving well into our 80's and beyond. Surviving, but not
thriving. Technology hasn't kept pace with the medical advancements
that gave us 20+ extra years of life leaving us directionless,
isolated, and alone. Third Act Ventures invests in companies that
recognize this massive opportunity to improve the lives of older
adults and their caregivers.
Topics Covered by Max Zamkow in this Episode
What AgeTech is
Why Third Act Ventures invests in the AgeTech ecosystem and how
it’s changing
The process of developing a thesis and overcoming the lack of
interest in AgeTech
Emerging models and how social determinants of health are
impacting AgeTech
How having a wide range of stakeholders has led to lack of
innovation in the industry
How Max screens for value and the importance of timing
The challenge of not being the end user for products he invests
in
One of the AgeTech companies Max is excited about
Third Act Ventures’ strategy as a follow fund and why they’re
shifting their approach
Max’s effort to expand investments in the AgeTech industry and
shift it from niche to mainstream
Justin’s thoughts on how to market yourself uniquely to stand
out