Helen Hirsh Spence

Helen Hirsh Spence – Keynote Speaker | Age Inclusion Advocate | Social Entrepreneur
“Age is not a barrier—it’s an asset. We must reimagine aging for the 21st century.”
Helen Hirsh Spence is a powerful voice at the intersection of longevity, leadership, and age inclusion. She draws on decades of executive leadership in the education sector.As the founder of Top Sixty Over Sixty, she leads a movement to challenge ageism and champion intergenerational equity—offering practical insights on age-inclusive strategies, the future of work, and how to harness the power of experience in a multigenerational world. Whether addressing corporate leaders, policymakers, or grassroots changemakers, Helen brings clarity, energy, and inspiration. Her style is equal parts visionary and grounded, backed by research, lived experience, and a lifelong commitment to equity and innovation
Her TEDx talk—"Embrace Age with a Longevity Mindset"—captivated audiences worldwide, garnering over 100,000 views in its first month and sparking international dialogue around how we perceive and vallue older adults.