Marc Freedman

Marc Freedman is a pioneering voice in the movement to bridge generations and reimagine the second half of life. As the Co-CEO of CoGenerate and author of multiple bestsellers, he’s spent decades helping people turn life experience into meaningful impact.

➥ Generational Movement Builder: Writes and speaks on the power of cross-generational connection, encore careers, and the untapped potential of midlife and beyond.

➥ Cross-Generational : Co-founded CoGenerate, a national initiative that unites older and younger changemakers to tackle urgent social challenges.

➥ Educator & Mentor: Teaches at Yale School of Management and co-leads the Yale Experienced Leaders Initiative for seasoned professionals.

➥ Recognized Visionary: Named a Social Entrepreneur of the Year by the World Economic Forum for his impact on aging and innovation.

In Marc’s workshop, you’ll explore what it truly means to live and lead in an age-diverse world. You’ll leave with fresh tools, big ideas, and a renewed belief that your experience can help shape a more connected, purposeful future – for yourself and for others.

Listen to Chip and Marc Freedman on the Midlife Chrysalis podcast:

Episode 15

August 27, 2025

How Intergenerational Living Creates Purpose & Joy

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Wisdom Well Blog

Reinventing the American University for a Multigenerational Future

August 16, 2024

In the penultimate episode of this season of Hacks, the Emmy-winning intergenerational comedy, the older comedian Deborah Vance returns to...

Midlife Transition Programs Come of Age. Here’s How to Make Them Better.

September 16, 2023

Written by David Brooks, the Atlantic article embraces the phrase “the encore years,” using the word “encore” (encore phase, encore...

It’s Time for the Generativity Revolution.

June 18, 2020

A central topic of their conversation: Erikson’s theory of generativity -- the drive to contribute what we’ve learned from life...

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Midlife Compass

How Music Can Bridge Generational Differences

July 17, 2025

With so much driving us apart, music offers opportunities for solace and bridge-building.Intergenerational duets are having a moment.Paul Simon, 83,...

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